{"id":105255,"date":"2024-04-20T03:49:44","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T10:49:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=105255"},"modified":"2024-07-14T17:40:05","modified_gmt":"2024-07-15T00:40:05","slug":"what-is-an-engine-oil-cleaner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-is-an-engine-oil-cleaner\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is An Engine Oil Cleaner?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 6<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_fd82a8-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_fd82a8-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_fd82a8-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_fd82a8-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_fd82a8-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_fd82a8-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_fd82a8-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_fd82a8-f5{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_fd82a8-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_fd82a8-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_fd82a8-f5 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-64b731  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-4afb14\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6f651d-6c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6f651d-6c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_6f651d-6c\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6f651d-6c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6f651d-6c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_6f651d-6c\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6f651d-6c img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6f651d-6c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_6f651d-6c\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_6f651d-6c summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_6f651d-6c\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Oil cleaners are products that dissolve sludge, carbon deposits, and other contaminants inside an engine.<\/li><li>An engine flush refers to the process of using an engine oil cleaner to, as thoroughly as possible without a teardown, clean the inside of an engine.<\/li><li>Engine flushes improve fuel efficiency, prevent the engine from overheating, purge engine contaminants, and are better for the environment. But no matter how it&rsquo;s done apart from a full teardown, there&rsquo;s only so much that can be done with an &ldquo;engine flush.&rdquo;<\/li><li>One of the best ways to take care of your engine is to always warm the engine completely and do regular oil changes using the right kind of oil and a good filter (not all oil filters are created equal).<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Gunk and debris buildup inside the engine is a common problem in older engines, particularly those &ldquo;grandma&rdquo; cars that make frequent short trips without being allowed to reach operating temperature. It happens as well &nbsp;with newer vehicles that don&rsquo;t get regular oil changes or use the wrong kind of oil. If left unaddressed, the oil sludge and contaminants may cause a blockage inside the engine, which leads nowhere good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, engine cleaners are here to help &ndash; in as much as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what exactly are engine cleaners and why are they so important?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"617\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gunk-and-debris-buildup-inside-an-engine.jpg\" alt=\"gunk and debris buildup inside an engine\" class=\"wp-image-105992\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gunk-and-debris-buildup-inside-an-engine.jpg 559w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gunk-and-debris-buildup-inside-an-engine-272x300.jpg 272w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gunk-and-debris-buildup-inside-an-engine-150x166.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\"><figcaption>Gunk and debris buildup inside an engine | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is an Engine Oil Cleaner and Do They Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/engine-oil-flush\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Engine oil cleaners\">Engine oil cleaners<\/a> are designed to clean engines by dissolving sludge and carbon deposits throughout the system. The chemicals used to create the solution vary from product to product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Engine Sludging or Blockage?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To better understand why engine cleaners are important, let us take a closer look at why engines get clogged in the first place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the reasons why engines may get clogged over time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bad Oil Filter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A bad <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/oil-filter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"oil filter\">oil filter<\/a> accumulates dirt and debris at a faster rate, slowing down the circulation of oil throughout the engine. Contaminants may mix with the oil to create sludge, clogging the engine further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to deal with this problem is to follow the manufacturer&rsquo;s recommended oil change intervals and replace the oil filter regularly. Also, always use the recommended oil with preferably the OEM filter brand that came on the car when it was new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/old-engine-oil-filter-removed-for-replacement-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"old engine oil filter removed for replacement\" class=\"wp-image-105261\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/old-engine-oil-filter-removed-for-replacement-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/old-engine-oil-filter-removed-for-replacement-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/old-engine-oil-filter-removed-for-replacement-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/old-engine-oil-filter-removed-for-replacement-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/old-engine-oil-filter-removed-for-replacement-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/old-engine-oil-filter-removed-for-replacement-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/old-engine-oil-filter-removed-for-replacement-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/old-engine-oil-filter-removed-for-replacement.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>A bad oil filter accumulates dirt and debris at a faster rate, slowing down the circulation of oil throughout the engine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequent Short Journeys<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid driving short distances if you can. Driving short distances means your engine is forced to operate at low temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The engine creates a gallon of water for every gallon of fuel burned, and if it&rsquo;s not allowed to completely warm up, some of the water will bypass the compression rings as blowby and mix with the oil in the crankcase before the PCV system can sufficiently remove it. This process makes sludge in a big way. Once again, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound (or a ton) of cure. Put out the match before it starts a fire.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column_ddec96-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_ddec96-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_ddec96-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_ddec96-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_ddec96-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_ddec96-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_ddec96-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_ddec96-4a{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_ddec96-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_ddec96-4a > 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.kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:px;}#kt-layout-id_899837-cb .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:%;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-rowlayout alignnone pro-tip-wrap\"><div id=\"kt-layout-id_899837-cb\" class=\"kt-row-layout-inner kt-layout-id_899837-cb\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-gutter-none kt-v-gutter-default kt-row-valign-top kt-row-layout-right-golden kt-tab-layout-right-golden kt-m-colapse-left-to-right kt-mobile-layout-right-golden  kt-custom-first-width-10  kt-custom-second-width-90\"><style>.kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{display:flex;}.kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{min-height:45px;border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;}.kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}.kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_aebdb1-3f{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;}}@media all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column_aebdb1-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col > 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.kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:45px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image_b79960-fa.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image_b79960-fa .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image_b79960-fa figure{max-width:45px;}.kb-image_b79960-fa .image-is-svg, .kb-image_b79960-fa .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image_b79960-fa .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_b79960-fa\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/f_auto,dpr_auto,q_auto,c_pad\/carparts\/blog\/widgets\/protip\/services-icon\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\"><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column_0f6709-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_0f6709-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_0f6709-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_0f6709-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_0f6709-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_0f6709-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_0f6709-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_0f6709-57{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_0f6709-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_0f6709-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-2 kadence-column_0f6709-57 pro-tip-item2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"protip-desc\">\n\t<div class=\"help-tip\">\n\t\t<p><strong>Pro Tips<\/strong> are nuggets of information direct from ASE-certified automobile technicians working with CarParts.com, which may include unique, personal insights based on their years of experience working in the automotive industry. These can help you make more informed decisions about your car.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n    <div class=\"help-caption\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\nIf you&rsquo;re forced to make frequent short trips, particularly in the winter, carefully watch your temperature gauge and make sure it&rsquo;s in the center of the normal range before you kill the engine. If it never reaches the center of the normal range, you might consider a cooling system service and a thermostat replacement to get it there. Let the engine run longer if you must, but make sure it&rsquo;s always warm before you shut it down.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Incompatible or Low-Quality Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Engines are designed to work with specific kinds of oil. Using oil of a different <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/engine-oil-basics-sae-ratings-viscosity-additives-and-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"viscosity\">viscosity<\/a> than what your automaker recommends can lead to increased friction and poor lubrication inside the engine. It&rsquo;s important to use engine oil compatible with your vehicle, so check your vehicle owner&rsquo;s manual before purchasing engine oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s also a good idea to avoid low-quality oil, which may have impurities that linger long after the oil decomposes, clogging and contaminating the engine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Water Leaks and Contamination<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Water occasionally seeps in and mixes with engine oil through cracks and leaks, contaminating it and creating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-is-engine-sludge-harmful-for-your-vehicle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"sludge\">sludge<\/a>. Once again, moisture created during combustion will make its way into the crankcase as blowby if the engine is running too cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is an Engine Flush and Is It Necessary?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If there&rsquo;s engine blockage or too many contaminants in the oil, it might be time to conduct an engine flush. This is accomplished by using engine cleaner to flush out contaminants from the engine and replacing the engine oil entirely to let an engine run as if it were new again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Engine flushes are important because they help drivers get rid of carbon deposits, sludge, and other contaminants that can potentially clog the engine. This is done for many reasons, boosting performance and helping lubricating oil circulate to prevent overheating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, engine flushes can sometimes do more harm than good. This is especially true for older engines subjected to wear and tear over the years. Sludge and carbon deposits can clog an engine but they can also cover up cracks and tears. This means that flushing the engine could expose those cracks once more, leading to oil leaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of this, it&rsquo;s important to consider both the advantages and disadvantages before conducting an engine flush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Flush Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the benefits of flushing your engine clean before an oil change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Better for the Environment<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Engine flushing is good for the environment because it helps reduce emissions by freeing stuck piston rings. Sludge and other contaminants can potentially jam <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/piston-ring-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"piston rings\">piston rings<\/a> and keep them open, letting engine oil leak into the combustion chamber. This oil produces toxic fumes when burned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clears Contaminants from the Engine<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Arguably, the biggest advantage of engine flushing is being able to purge your engine of unwanted sludge and carbon deposits, letting it run almost as if it were brand-new. Clearing contaminants also means you can maximize the longevity and efficacy of the new engine oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Increases Fuel Efficiency<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Because contaminants make oil more viscous and less effective at lubricating the various parts of the engine, purging them improves the engine&rsquo;s performance by letting parts move quickly and efficiently. This increases your vehicle&rsquo;s fuel efficiency since less power will be needed to keep the engine functional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can Help Prevent Overheating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Oil minimizes friction, which tends to helps prevent engine overheating. Many engines have engine oil coolers for the specific purpose of helping cool the engine. 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