Several factors come into play when deciding when to change your truck's oil. Some people suggest a default interval of 7,500 to 10,000 km. This seems quite low to me because it only considers the oil quality chosen. As we mentioned in the previous article, most of the oil sold to us is of poor quality, and therefore doesn't guarantee longer oil change intervals. Secondly, we must recognize the impact of climate on the need for oil changes. Our environment is dusty, and particles still manage to pass through the air filter and other components to end up in the engine. This also affects the quality of engine oil. We mustn't forget that the filters Poor-quality oil filters fail to purify contaminated oil, and this contaminants can return to the engine, potentially causing unexpected damage. Out of curiosity, I invite you to cut an oil filter in half to see the filtration layers for yourselves. Some of you will be surprised to see firsthand the poor quality of filters on the market.
Many oil changes are limited to just the oil and oil filter. We always recommend changing both the oil and fuel filters. It's also important to check the air filter, clean it, and replace it if necessary. We've also seen mechanics drain the engine oil and put it back in the differentials. This is unacceptable, even if requested by the customer. Oil that has lost all its properties should never be used in another component. It simply wouldn't function properly. Finally, it's important to know that one liter of engine oil spilled in the environment can contaminate up to 1000 square meters of land. This is a clear call to collect used oil and store it. In many countries, collection companies already exist.
For all your needs for high-quality filters for the following brands: MERCEDES ACTROS, ATEGO, AXOR, MAN, please do not hesitate to contact us at +237670355298 / 6540012664. For any purchase exceeding 40,000 FCFA, Kas Trucks We organize free delivery in the city of Douala. You can also pay us via Orange Money. Let me conclude with these words of Willy Lado "Maintenance for equipment is to a person what medicine is to a human being.".
A word to the wise!
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