Engine flushing

Is flushing chemistry safe for the engine?

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“Since we’re changing the engine oil anyway, we really ought to wash the inside of the engine too” — that’s exactly what the vast majority of car owners think. Except manufacturers, for some reason, keep “forgetting” to put requirements for regular engine flushing in their owner’s manuals. Have you ever wondered why that is? It’s very simple — under normal use and proper servicing, the inside of an engine stays clean without any extra procedures or chemistry, and no manufacturer can foresee (or allow for) improper servicing.

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