Cottonwood Auto Repair

Driving in extreme temperatures can be uncomfortable for you, but it’s even tougher on your engine. In a hot climate like Arizona’s, one of the first components affected is your engine oil. Heat changes how oil behaves inside your engine, and if it's not up to the task, it can lead to accelerated wear and long-term damage. Engine Oil Needs to Stay Stable Under Stress Motor oil has a specific job. It lubricates moving parts, reduces friction, carries away heat, and keeps contaminants suspended so the oil filter can trap them. But when temperatures rise, oil becomes thinner. If it gets too thin, it may not provide enough protection between metal surfaces. On the flip side, if oil thickens from oxidation in high heat, it becomes sluggish and doesn’t flow well through small channels. In either case, your engine suffers. Parts start to wear faster, oil pressure may drop, and heat builds up more than it should. Without the right oil, your engine coul ... read more