ABOUT LUBRICANTS
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Motor oils are derived from both petroleum-based sources and non-petroleum-synthesized chemical compounds, ensuring a variety of options to suit different engine types and performance needs.
Proper lubrication is crucial in maintaining engine efficiency, reducing maintenance costs, and extending the lifespan of machinery. |
The concept of lubrication can be credited to nature's ingenious design in vertebrates. In the human body, bones that move against each other are protected from damage by cartilage, which minimizes friction — much like lubricants do in machines. For instance, the cartilage between the jaw and skull prevents wear and tear during movement.
What Are Lubricants? Lubricants are specially formulated oils used to reduce friction between moving parts in internal combustion engines. Their primary role is to ensure smooth operation, but they also provide several additional benefits:
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Motor Oil - It is the oil being changed in "change oil" service. The functions of this oil is to lubricate the motor to reduce friction on the machine's parts; and clean up residue and regulate heat on the engine. Impurities build up on the oil, so it is recommended to change it once every 3000 kilometer mileage. If you ever wonder why drivers pull out a stick from the engine, it is because he wants to check this oil.
Gear/Transmission Oil - It lubricates the transmission gears, failure to keep this oil up in vehicles destroys its clutch. It differs from motor oil due to a higher viscosity (liquid's ability to resist force). It is used on manual transmissions. The difference between this oil and the former (motor oil) is that this oil does not have to deal with heat.
Transmission Fluid - A brightly colored oil used to lubricate the transmission of A/T (automatic transmission) vehicles. Usually comes with a dipstick just behind the engine. It is lighter and more refined than gear oil.
Wheel bearing and chassis grease - Oil referred to in the service "greasing". This oil is found in the suspension and steering joints. If you hear squeaking sounds while turning the wheel, you need this.
Gear/Transmission Oil - It lubricates the transmission gears, failure to keep this oil up in vehicles destroys its clutch. It differs from motor oil due to a higher viscosity (liquid's ability to resist force). It is used on manual transmissions. The difference between this oil and the former (motor oil) is that this oil does not have to deal with heat.
Transmission Fluid - A brightly colored oil used to lubricate the transmission of A/T (automatic transmission) vehicles. Usually comes with a dipstick just behind the engine. It is lighter and more refined than gear oil.
Wheel bearing and chassis grease - Oil referred to in the service "greasing". This oil is found in the suspension and steering joints. If you hear squeaking sounds while turning the wheel, you need this.
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