Application Notes:
 

oil dilution


is the dilution of the lubricating oil by fuel or partially combusted fuel, which can find its way past the piston rings into the crankcase, particularly during cold starting. The lighter portions of the fuel are evaporated off as the oil heats up, but the remaining material can reduce lubricating performance and, hence, increase wear.

 

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