How to put oil to a car

The oil has a very important role in the operation of the engine, for this reason it is essential that you control the oil levels of your car, and in case you are near or under minimum levels you must oil your car . Remember that the oil loses its properties and becomes contaminated by use, which is why every few kilometers you must change it completely. The main functions of the oil in an engine are; Lubricate the moving parts, cool the motor, seal the space between the pistons and the rings and clean the motor eliminating carbon residues that can form inside it.

You will need to:
  • Car oil
Steps to follow:

one

You must let your car cool down, because with the hot engine you could suffer burns. Think that the engines get to take very high temperatures, so it is very important that you do this process with the engine of your car very cold.

two

Lift the cap of your car and look for the oil plug, normally it has written OIL or OIL and even in some brands of cars there is a well identified drawing.

3

Once you have found the oil plug you must uncover it and you have to pour oil into the hole. Be careful, do this process slowly and try to pour half a liter of oil first.

4

Once you have poured the first half liter, cover the hole with the cap and let your car rest for 5 minutes.

5

After this time, you have to check the oil level . So you can see if your car needs more oil or not. Always try to leave the oil level near the maximum line.

6

If you see that your car needs more oil, you have to repeat the instructions 2, 3, 4, and 5 until you see that the oil level of your car is correct.

Tips
  • Keep in mind that for your safety this operation must be carried out with the engine of your car very cold, otherwise, if the engine is hot hot oil, when opening the plug, it can go off and burn.
  • Try adding the same type of oil that your car carries, so you have to go to your mechanic and ask what type of oil I use, especially ask the following information; Brand, type of additive and viscosity level