Changing the Car Fluids

Changing liquids Car
Changing the Car Fluids

The car contains many fluids, the purpose of its presence in the car varies according to the function assigned to the fluid in the car. Special fluids used as a power source, fluids used to transmit motion and force, fluids used for cooling, fluids used for lubrication, and cleaning fluids.
Power Source Fluids (Fuel)#:

•         Gasoline
•         Diesel
•         Compressed natural gas (CNG)
•         Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)
•         Biodiesel
•         Alcohols (Methanol, Ethanol, Butanol)
•         Hydrogen

* Cars usually use one type of fuel that is stored in a tank in the car individually, or special tanks in which the liquid is stored under pressure, or a tank in which two types of fuel can be added together E85 (flexible-fuel vehicle (FFV) or dual-fuel vehicle , flex-fuel vehicle), or in two separate tanks (bi-fuel vehicles) for alternative fuels with conventional fuels (petrol or diesel with CNG, LPG or hydrogen).
Power and transmission fluids:

•         Brake fluid
•         Hydraulic clutch fluid

Lubricating fluids+:

•         Gear oil
•         Auxiliary gearbox fluid (Transfer case).

Fluids (Transmission and Power) and Lubrication:

•         Automatic Transmission Fluid (AFT), (operates the valves, belt brakes, torque converter and gears) (valve operation, brake band friction and the torque converter as well as gear lubrication).
•         Power steering fluid

Cooling fluids:

•         Coolant

Cleaning fluids:

•         Windshield washer fluid

# Fluids used as a power source are used in the engine to convert the chemical energy in the fluid into thermal energy that is converted into mechanical energy to drive the car. And you only need to supply as often as needed (no need to change). The car has a gauge to show the amount of fuel in the car, in addition to a warning lamp on the instrument panel when the fuel level is low.
+ Most fluids used for lubrication perform several functions in addition to lubrication, such as cooling, cleaning, sheathing, and protection.

Other fluids in the car are detected on the fluid level, and fluid is supplied when the fluid drops. Some of these fluids are changed periodically as per a preventive maintenance schedule. Likewise, it is changed in the event of its examination and a change in its properties, which necessitates changing it, and the fluid is also changed in the event of a change or replacement of parts of the system.

http://livingstingy.blogspot.com/2010/06/fluid-changes.html  Fluid change

Routine Maintenance:
A recent study conducted by the Car Care Council, which examined the state of car systems, and concluded the following:

•        25% of cars have low or polluted brake fluid levels
•        13% has low or polluted brake fluid
•        18% has a clogged air filter
•        17% have inadequate protection against overheating or low coolant level
•        16% of cars need wiper lashes, 27% have low windshield wiper fluid
•        18% of cars need new belts

And about 89% of cars need at least one service or repair.

Preventive/scheduled maintenance:
The attached table is an indicative table that gives an example of this type of service in general (it is recommended to refer to the car owner’s manual, for maintenance in particular), which helps you to follow up on the service and maintenance of the car, which can be followed with little effort and cost. Most importantly, it is fast and easy to perform. Following the regular maintenance schedule helps to maintain the performance and parts of the car in good condition.
Learn more about your car’s systems in our  vehicle systems overview

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motor_oil  Motor oil
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waste_oil  Waste oil
http://www.carcare.org/car-care-service-schedules/general- service-schedule/  General service schedule For
any fluid change operation in the car, the person performing it needs to know the following*:

•         Requirements for the need for a fluid change procedure (the period of time for the fluid in the car, changing the color of the fluid, the presence of sediments in it, a change in the properties)
•         Safety precautions to take (car working precautions, liquid handling precautions)
•         Tools and tools used (oil drainer, hand tools, levers)
•         Work steps
•         The properties of the liquid additive
•         Detection and verification of the correctness of the process
•         Dispose of the waste of changing and replacing the fluid in accordance with the instructions to preserve the environment)

* You should refer to the car  owner’s manual , to learn how to change the fluids in the car.
http://www.autotap.com/techlibrary/preventive_maintenance_fluids_filters.asp  Preventive maintenance fluids filters
http://www.carhelpcanada.com/12622/Long-Term-Maintenance-Schedule.htm  ***
http://driving.ca /auto-news/news/to-flush-or-not-to-flush-car-fluids-you-should-actually-replace  To flush or not to flush car fluids you should actually replace

Motor Oil Motor
oil is one of the most important fluids in the car. The function of the oil is to lubricate, as well as cool, clean, and protect. But the oil doesn’t do this on its own, as there are many additives added to the engine oil to improve the oil’s ability to withstand: resist heat, friction, oxidation, and contamination.
Driving for short distances has a negative effect on the oil, as the engine never reaches a warm up state to evaporate the moisture that collects inside the crankcase. Moisture comes from the combustion gases that escape from the piston rings (as the engine ages, the amount of blow up gasses increases). Most of these gases are removed from the Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) system. But in cold engines, most of the vapors/moisture condenses and ends up mixing with the oil. Water reacts with oil to form sludge and acidic acids. It also lowers the oil’s boiling point, causing dry friction and accelerating engine wear.
The only way to get rid of the buildup of fumes/moisture, acids, and sludge is to change both the oil and filter. The filter gets rid of suspended solids such as dust, carbon, and metal particles, not moisture, acids, or slime.
The intervals between oil and filter changes vary based on the recommendations of the car manufacturers, depending on the climate in which the car is operating and the way it is driven. For normal service (which often means driving on the highway, rather than short “stop-and-traffic” distances), scheduled maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil and filter are between 3,000 and 7,500 miles, and may be up to a year. Also, there are some car manufacturers that recommend changing the oil filter once for every two oil changes, and not every time the oil is changed.
Looking closely at maintenance recommendations, all cars follow the severe service schedule, which requires an oil and filter change every 3,000 miles or six months, whichever comes first (the same recommendations from aftermarket experts). Heavy duty is for short driving distances (7 miles “11 km” or less, especially in cold weather), towing a trailer, and driving in dusty conditions.
On newer engines with lower highway mileage, long maintenance intervals can be followed without problems. But as the engine’s mileage increases, it suffers from gas leaks that add moisture and fuel to the contents of the crankcase oils. For this reason, a motor over 70,000 miles (110,000 km) must follow the short range of service regardless of how the vehicle is driven. Some engines, such as diesels, suffer from gas leakage more than others and require higher oil and filter changes. For passenger cars and light diesel trucks, 3,000 miles is the recommended range for all types of service.
Turbocharged engines also require a more frequent oil change due to the high temperatures that turbocharged engines are exposed to. Turbo engines can run at high speeds (more than 100,000 rpm in many cases). This, in addition to the heat of the exhaust gases passing through the cavity, creates an environment that accelerates the oxidation of the oil. When the engine is idled, the heat inside the pomegranate can burn the oil, creating a black crust that can damage the turbo. Because of this, the recommended oil change intervals for most turbocharged engines is 3,000 miles or six months. Engine oil used with turbocharged engines must be compatible with turbo-approved applications.
* During the process of making an oil change, do not try to run the engine, some may think that this will help in speeding up the oil discharge, and this is a terrible mistake, only seconds after starting the car without oil, the engine will stop (complete damage). “This is what happened to a colleague who has good experience with cars, when he was emptying the engine oil, he thought of gaining time and doing maintenance for the cooling system by adding coolant to the car, so he started the engine to add coolant, and it was only seconds until the engine stopped. This cost him the purchase of a new engine.”

http://motorist.org/articles/how-often-should-i-replace-my-oil  How often should I replace my oil
http://www.edmunds.com/car-care/when-should-you- change-your-oil.html  When you should change your oil
http://www.edmunds.com/car-care/stop-changing-your-oil.html  Stop changing your oil
http://www.edmunds.com/ how-to/how-to-change-your-oil-the-real-down-and-dirty.html  How to change your oil the real down and dirty
http://www.napafilters.com/do-it-yourself /step-by-step-filter-maintenance/what-you-need-to-know-about-changing-your-oil-and-oil-filter/  What you need to know about changing your oil and oil filter

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Recommended Engine Oil Oil Recommendations
What type of oil should you use in your vehicle? Follow the viscosity characteristic of the oil recommended in the vehicle’s owner’s manual. Most of today’s cars that use mineral oils, are filled with 5W-30 oil because it improves cold starting, improves fuel economy, and facilitates oil access to the top part of the overhead camshaft engines faster than oils with a higher viscosity. Many car manufacturers also recommend 10W-30 for year-round use.
Oil grades can be upgraded with synthetic motor oil or synthetic blend. Synthetic oils are more expensive, but outperform in hot and cold temperatures compared to conventional petroleum-based oils. It is especially good for turbocharged and high-powered engines. Synthetic oils experience less viscosity breakdown over time. Even so, users should stick to their regular oil change intervals to provide maximum engine protection.
There are also additives that are added to engine oil. Some of these additives are designed to reduce oil consumption in older engines with high mileage. Some, such as Teflon-based crankcase additives, are designed to reduce engine wear.

Oil Filter
The first line of defense against wear and premature wear is the oil filter. The function of the filter is to remove solid contaminants such as dirt, carbon, and mineral particles from the oil before they damage the bearings, bushings and cylinder walls of the engine. On today’s engines, all the oil that is drawn in and pumped in by the oil pump passes through the filter before it goes to the crankshaft bearings, camshaft bearings, and valve train. This is called “full-flow filtration”. Over time, dirt and particles build up in the filter and block the flow of the oil. Therefore, the filter must be changed before it reaches this stage, because in this case the bypass valve will be forced to remain open, and accordingly the oil is pushed directly from the pump to the engine parts without passing through the filter, and without purification.
Although car owner’s manuals state that changing the oil filter once for every two oil changes is acceptable, most professional technicians recommend changing the filter with each oil change.
Be sure to get the correct engine filter. See the recommended filter specifications for your vehicle. Some filters have SAE threads, others have metric threads. Many overhead cam engines require an “anti-drinback” to prevent oil from draining from the filter when the engine is stopped. This allows oil pressure to reach sensitive areas of the engine at a higher speed than restarting the engine. Engine-side filters usually require an anti-filter valve.
Some oil drains have Magnetic Oil Drain Plugs to attract iron filings deposited into the oil, and they are wiped clean when doing an oil change. Many people do not see the benefit of having it.
https://mobiloil.com/en/article/car-maintenance/car-maintenance-archive/how-to-change-your-cars-motor-oil-and-filter  How to change your cars motor oil and filter
http: //www.pennzoil.com/en_us/education/know-your-oil/changing-your-own-oil.html  Changing your own oil
http://www.wikihow.com/Change-the-Oil-in-Your -Car  Change the oil in your car

Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid is
rarely changed in preventive maintenance, but it is often the cause of early transmission failure. By comparing the price of transmission fluid to the price of the transmission itself, we find that it is safer and cheaper to change the fluid to preserve the transmission.
Most vehicle owner’s manuals do not specify intervals for changing the transmission fluid unless the vehicle is being used for towing/towing. But most transmission experts recommend changing the transmission filter (which is located inside the transmission) every 25,000 to 30,000 miles, which can extend the life of the transmission. But in the event that the transmission has run long distances and has not been changed, they are advised to leave the transmission fluid in its condition. Why? Changing the transmission fluid can loosen the build-up of varnish that may cause the control valve to stick to the valve body.
Steps to replace the automatic transmission fluid:
But at the very least, the power transmission fluid level should be checked periodically. In most cars, this should be done after the vehicle has been driven and the fluid is hot. Detected on a dipstick, the engine is running at idle load speed and the transmission is in park. If the fluid level is low, fluid should be added to gradually reach the full mark and not exceed it (overfilling causes the liquid to contain air and foam). In the event of a leaking gasket, oil pan or rear interlock, these parts are not difficult or expensive to replace.
It is very important to use the correct type of transmission fluid for your vehicle. Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automatic_transmission_fluid  Automatic transmission fluid
https://mobiloil.com/en/article/car-maintenance/advanced-car-maintenance-tips/how-to-change-transmission-fluid- and-filter How to change transmission fluid and filter
http://www.wikihow.com/Change-Transmission-Fluid  Change transmission fluid
http://www.groz-tools.com/india/index.cfm?md=Content&sd=Product&ProductID=155  “An infrared pyrometer to monitor the temperature of the fluid.”
Gear Oil:
https://mobiloil.com/en/article/car-maintenance/car-maintenance-archive/six-steps-to-changing-rear-differential -fluid  Six steps
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gear_oil  Gear oil
http://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/how-to/g1140/how-to-care-for-your-cars-differential /  How to care for your cars differential

Coolant The
antifreeze in the coolant performs three important functions: it prevents the fluid from freezing during cold weather, it raises the boiling point of the coolant to prevent engine overheating in hot weather, and it prevents corrosion.
In addition to routinely checking the coolant level to ensure it is not low (which usually indicates a leak), the strength and condition of the antifreeze should also be checked. Most car manufacturers recommend a 50/50 mixture of water and antifreeze, but pure water or pure antifreeze should not be used in a car’s cooling system.
Recognizing the state of the coolant is difficult to judge by sight. But if it turns brown, it clearly needs a change. But if its color is still green, it is not possible to know the amount of rust protection still in the coolant without measuring the amount of reserve alkalinity in the liquid. This can be done by chemical test slide, which gives the state of quality and weakness of the liquid by changing the color of the slide.
Most auto manufacturers recommend changing the coolant every 30,000 miles to replenish the rust inhibitors in the antifreeze. Beginning in 1996, all new General Motors vehicles were filled from the factory with a coolant with a service life of 5 years, 150,000 miles called Dex-Cool. The fluid is tinted orange to distinguish it from regular antifreeze. The different types should not be confused. In the case of mixing it with the normal liquid, the protection period is reduced to the normal liquid (2 to 3 years or 30,000 miles).
For the environment lovers, there is also a propylene glycol-based liquid antifreeze that is less toxic than ethylene glycol antifreeze.
* When adding coolant, the type used must be adhered to (50% liquid, 50% water) and it is not recommended to mix between different types.
* Hands must be washed well after handling the coolant, and the floor should be cleaned of traces of leaking or spilled coolant during the addition process, because the coolant is toxic and harmful to humans and pets if it reaches the hollow. Safety instructions must be followed in handling and disposal of waste liquid and its cans.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coolant  Coolant
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antifreeze  Antifreeze
http://www.wikihow.com/Change-Radiator-Fluid  Change radiator fluid
http:// www.elf.com/en/advice-corner/coolant-and-antifreeze-faqs/how-to-change-antifreeze.html  How to change antifreeze
Brake Fluid
Brake fluid is another type of car fluid that is unfortunately neglected. The only time the brake fluid is changed is when the brake circuit is being repaired. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture over time. After two or more years of service, any can become heavily contaminated with moisture. This lowers its boiling point to 25% (which causes the brakes to degrade as the brakes heat up). It also increases internal rust and corrosion that can damage the saddle, wheel pistons, and antilock system parts. Although there are no requirements from car manufacturers to change the fluid, many brake experts recommend changing the fluid every two years as a preventive maintenance to increase the life of the hydraulic parts of the brake system and improve safety.
The brake fluid level must be checked periodically to ensure that it is not low. The fluid level in the master cylinder will drop with wear on the friction linings, but a sudden drop means there is a leak and possible hydraulic pressure loss.
Make sure you use the correct type of brake fluid for your vehicle. Most domestic (US) and Japanese passenger cars and light trucks use DOT 3 fluid, but most European cars and some domestic (US) sports cars require the use of DOT 4 higher temperature fluid. Anti-lock brake brakes, and it has a purple color to distinguish it from traditional brake fluid. One type of brake should not be confused with other types.
Maintenance done on brake fluid:

•         Check brake fluid level
•         Add brake fluid Refill brake fluid
•         Take the air out of the circuit Brake bleeding
•         Eject brake fluid

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brake_bleeding  Brake bleeding
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brake_fluid  Brake fluid
http://www.wikihow.com/Refill-Brake-Fluid  Refill brake fluid
http: //www.doityourself.com/stry/how-to-perform-a-brake-fluid-flush  How to perform a brake fluid flush
https://www.automd.com/16/how-to-flush-brake- fluid/  How to flush brake fluid
http://www.dmv.org/how-to-guides/brake-fluid.php  Brake fluid

Power Steering Fluid
Like brake fluid, power steering fluid is not changed unless the hose is damaged or the steering gear needs to be changed. There is no time period for change in preventive maintenance, but fluid must be changed if the power steering pump or steering gear is damaged and changed. It is important to check the fluid level in the pump reservoir periodically (low fluid level usually indicates a leaky hose or interlock somewhere). system.
in the case of the need for a means should refer to the owner ‘s manual to find out the type of fluid recommended. some of them require a special type of means of servo steering and other uses transmission means of self -the ATF.
Http://www.ebay.com/gds/How-to -Change-Your-Power-Steering-Fluid-/10000000178630427/g.html  How to change your power steering fluid
http://www.wikihow.com/Flush-Power-Steering-Fluid Flush power steering fluid
https://mobiloil.com/en/article/car-maintenance/car-maintenance-archive/how-to-flush-and-bleed-power-steering-systems  How to flush and bleed power steering systems
3 Ways to Flush Power Steering Fluid – wikiHow  3 ways to Flush Power Steering Fluid

Clutch fluid
http://www.doityourself.com/stry/how-to-change-clutch-fluid  How to change clutch fluid

Disposing of Automotive Chemicals:
Disposing of automotive chemicals | Mobil™ Motor Oils  Disposing of automotive chemicals
https://mobiloil.com/en/article/car-maintenance/car-maintenance-archive/disposing-of-automotive-chemicals  Disposing of automotive chemicals
http://www.gearheaddiva.com /4138/how-to-dispose-of-automotive-fluids-the-right-way/  How to dispose of automotive fluids the right way
http://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/how-to/a329/2063646/  How To Dispose Of Hazardous Waste
https://www.epa.gov/uic/motor-vehicle-waste-disposal-wells  Motor vehicle waste disposal wells