Engine Oil and Lubrication

Reducing crankcase pressure

21-01-2023
Reducing crankcase pressure

Crankcase pressure is a common problem in several vehicles such as cars and tractors. The cause of crankcase pressure is stuck and/or worn piston rings. Because the piston rings no longer fill the space properly, the combustion gases are pressed past the pistons and blown into the crankcase, resulting in crankcase pressure. How you can prevent and remedy this yourself is explained here.

Prevent crankcase pressure

Due to environmental requirements, combustion gases may not escape into the environment. For this reason, the combustion engine has a crankcase ventilation system whereby the negative pressure in the intake manifold draws clean air through the air filter and circulates through the crankcase. The crankcase vapors are then discharged to the combustion chamber in the cylinders where it is burned. When the crankcase ventilation system no longer works black sludge, or while black sludge is formed with the risk of engine damage. The hot combustion gases cause the oil to evaporate, resulting in oil consumption! In addition, there is a risk of compression loss, resulting in reduced power.

Resolve crankcase pressure

The causes and effects of crankcase pressure are now clear, but how can it be remedied? Stuck piston rings are the problem of crankcase pressure and should be loosened with a cleaning additive. The Oil System Cleaner van Lindemann ensures that the caked-on oil is removed and the piston rings come loose. The Oil System Cleaner and Engine Performance Treatment are the perfect combination to resolve crankcase pressure and prevent it in the future!

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