After a while, your engine may start accumulating sludge and deposits that can adversely affect your vehicle’s power and performance. These contaminants can clog oil passages, restrict oil flow, cause ...

Hello Paul, my Mercedes C200 has been parked for four years and I have been advised to flush the engine. Apparently the oil has become thick and lumpy. Can I flush it at a petrol station? George Hello ...

Yours truly has a neutral opinion regarding engine flushes: I believe engine flushes are only necessary when the engine has sludge buildup. Sludge is a dark and thick substance from contaminated oil, ...

Adding an engine flush to your oil change routine can help remove sludge and buildup. Photo credit: David Traver Adolphus / ...

Engine flush is a process performed to remove fine metallic particles that result from the wear and tear of metal components inside an engine The friction between metal parts causes wear and tear.

Hello George, I have my reservations about the traditional flushing of engines. Before I share my concerns, let us understand why flushing of the engine is done. Engine flushing is the cleaning of ...

Anyone remotely familiar with diesel engines understands the importance of oil and coolant, as they are the lifeblood of the powerplant. Oil lubricates, water cools—and one without the other typically ...

Car enthusiasts often refer to two types of engine degreasers, which often come neatly packaged in aerosol cans, pump spray bottles, or degreasing wipes. Solvent-based engine degreasers contain ...

Q. I own a 2001 Dodge Intrepid with the 2.7-liter engine. A friend just alerted me about serious problems with this engine regarding sludge build-up. I have had no problems yet with 80,000 miles but ...