Oil Basics
This is the main purpose of engine oil in reducing wear between moving parts.
What is lubrication (reduces friction)?
This type of oil has a consistent molecular structure and high durability.
What is synthetic oil?
0W-20 is an example of this type of oil rating system.
What is SAE rating?
EVs have this compared to ICE vehicles in terms of moving parts.
What is fewer moving parts?
This system tells drivers when it’s time to change oil.
What is an oil life monitoring system?
This term describes gas leaking past piston rings into the crankcase.
What is blow-by?
This oil type is a blend of synthetic and conventional oils.
What is semi-synthetic or synthetic-blend oil?
SP is an example of this oil classification system.
What is API rating?
EV fluids are typically made with this type of base oil.
What is synthetic base?
Normal oil change intervals typically fall within this mileage range.
What is 7,500–10,000 miles (normal service)?
This is one major function of oil besides lubrication (hint: temperature control).
What is cooling (heat dissipation)?
These additives keep contaminants suspended to prevent sludge.
What are dispersants?
The “W” in 0W-20 stands for this condition.
What is winter (cold temperature rating)?
This property prevents electrical current leakage in e-fluids.
What are dielectric properties?
After the oil filter gasket contacts the engine, it should be tightened this much.
What is 3/4 to 1 full turn?
This happens when oil helps remove contaminants from engine components.
What is cleaning?
These additives prevent oil from thinning at high temperatures.
What are viscosity modifiers?
dexos1 is an example of this type of specification.
What is manufacturer specification?
This type of lubricant is used for EV wheel bearings under extreme conditions.
What is e-grease?
Oil labeled “Resource Conserving” is designed to improve this.
What is improved fuel economy?
This engine condition occurs when oil pressure is low and requires immediate shutdown.
What is low/no oil pressure condition (engine damage risk)?
This type of oil is refined directly from crude oil.
What is conventional (mineral) oil?
These organizations develop and identify standards for engine oils (two answers).
What are ILSAC and API?
These specialized EV fluids are used for managing temperature instead of traditional coolant.
What are e-thermal fluids?
This is the first action you should take if the oil warning light indicates no pressure.
What is shut off the engine immediately?