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Anthony Alaniz

Here's What the Inside of Your Engine Looks Like When It's Overfilled With Oil

Combustion engines require oil to keep things lubricated and cooled. But what happens if you pour in too much? A few extra drops won't dissolve the crankshaft or blow out the spark plugs, but adding three or four times the recommended amount can lead to serious problems, including hindering the lubricant's effectiveness. A new video from the Garage 54 YouTube channel shows what happens to the liquid inside an overfilled engine with a transparent oil pan. It's not good.

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