Today we will look at an interesting question - what additives can be used to increase oil pressure in the engine? Over time, every owner of his car is faced with the fact that the engine in his car begins to wear out, gradually using up its engine life. At this time, first minor and then quite serious problems with the engine begin to occur en masse. One of these negative symptoms of the condition of the unit is problems with engine oil pressure.
And here the car owner becomes faced with a dilemma: should he carry out a major overhaul of the unit or postpone this moment for a while?
If a motorist does not have the necessary amount to repair the engine or he does not have enough time for this, then there is only one way out - to extend the engine’s performance for some time using various additives.
Additives for increasing engine oil pressure
Today we will look at an interesting question - what additives can be used to increase oil pressure in the engine? Over time, every owner of his car is faced with the fact that the engine in his car begins to wear out, gradually using up its engine life. At this time, first minor and then quite serious problems with the engine begin to occur en masse. One of these negative symptoms of the condition of the unit is problems with engine oil pressure.
And here the car owner becomes faced with a dilemma: should he carry out a major overhaul of the unit or postpone this moment for a while?
If a motorist does not have the necessary amount to repair the engine or he does not have enough time for this, then there is only one way out - to extend the engine’s performance for some time using various additives.
Further diagnostic tests
Some common problems associated with low and high oil pressure are discussed here. As you might expect, knowing the exact cause of the problem will help you make better repair decisions and avoid unnecessary repair costs.
While it's not as common as the reasons listed above, don't forget that a failed oil pump can also compromise system pressure. A faulty pump may leak internally, or its relief valve may become clogged or weak. If necessary, you can install a new or refurbished one.
If the oil pump in your car fails, make sure that the problem is only in the pump itself. A worn pump is rare and may indicate, especially on high mileage engines, also worn engine bearings.
Sometimes more than one test, including a lubricant flow test, may be required to determine the cause of a lubrication system problem.
Some car owners seem to have found a practical way to deal with a clogged oil pump. Watch the video below for tips on how to clean this unit without removing the oil pan. These tips can help you quite a lot.
The main causes of low engine oil pressure
Reduced engine oil pressure in the engine can be caused by the following reasons:
- The engine was filled with low-viscosity engine oil that was not suitable for long-term use. A product of this quality in most cases is a fake of poor quality.
- Engine wear, which manifests itself in increased gaps between the bearings and the engine crankpins.
- Wear of the internal surface of the pump and, in connection with this, the inability of such a pump to create the necessary engine oil pressure.
- Significant wear of the cylinder-piston sector, where significant gaps appear between the piston and cylinder. In view of this, oil flows from the walls at a higher speed, which leads to a decrease in oil pressure.
Possible Consequences of Ignoring Warning Light Signals
Experienced specialists do not recommend ignoring the problem that the pressure of the lubricant has begun to decrease. If there is no oil pressure in the engine, this can be the beginning of “oil starvation” and serious damage to the power unit.
An insufficient amount of lubricant on the rubbing metal surfaces of the engine's working elements causes them to heat up to ultra-high temperatures, which can increase friction forces. The parts begin to press against each other with enormous force, which leads to the motor jamming.
Principles of action of additives
The automotive market now has a huge selection of different additives based on their properties and operating principles. But before purchasing them, you need to clearly know that most of them can combat the consequences of certain problems:
- changes the physical and chemical structure of the oil;
- modifies and transforms worn surfaces of parts to reduce their level of friction;
- increases oil pressure for a while;
- prevent the formation of varnish and soot deposits;
- reduces thickening of automobile oil;
Application of additives
The car owner needs to know the reasons why this or that malfunction occurs. The oil pressure in the engine drops if the internal combustion engine is clogged with sediment and varnish. If the channels through which engine oil is supplied to the engine become dirty, the contacting parts are poorly lubricated and subject to severe wear. The way out of the situation is special additives. However, you should not pour the first additive you come across into your car oil, which, according to the manufacturer, has various beneficial properties. It is necessary to understand that any supplement has both positive and negative qualities. Of course, these means increase the pressure in the engine. However, they contain toxic components. When adding additives to car oil, you need to find out what components they contain. When evaporated, certain elements can act like poison and cause you to feel unwell (at best).
When poisoned by toxins contained in supplements, a person experiences dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. Hallucinations and muscle spasms begin. Severe poisoning can be fatal. Detergents are not dangerous, but they reduce the antioxidant properties of the lubricant.
When using such products, the corrosive effect on the internal combustion engine increases. A reasonable solution is to use anti-corrosion inhibitors together with additives. At the same time, the amount of precipitation will increase. It is better to consult a specialist. Today you can purchase special products that combine all the necessary properties. They are used to increase oil compression and are not dangerous to the engine or to humans.
The most common types of additives
Metal nano-optimizer – Atonium.
This substance perfectly optimizes the friction of the surfaces of contacting parts. The substance has the ability to penetrate into all parts by 1-1.5 mm. This changes the chemical properties of the vapor. A multifunctional layer is formed on the surface of the parts, providing reliable protection and increased strength of the parts. Regular use of Atonium helps increase engine power and reduce fuel consumption.
Fuel additives
These substances increase engine performance and are divided into oil and oxygen-containing substances.
Oxygen-containing additives are oxidized by oxygen and stimulate an increase in the octane number of the fuel. In connection with such processes, compression increases and the volume of harmful emissions decreases.
Oil-based additives work more effectively, although they are quite expensive. They are more profitable to use on heavily worn engines, as they create a dense ceramic layer on the surface of the rubbing elements. This layer is quite resistant to high temperature changes.
This type of additive removes all irregularities at the molecular level and therefore increases the level of compression in the cylinders. The effect of such additives lasts for 60-70 thousand km. mileage
When using such additives, the following transformations occur:
- the amount of exhaust is reduced;
- octane number increases;
- the quality of fuel ignition improves.
The active ingredients of such additives are alcohols and ethereal elements.
The most popular additives for increasing oil pressure
Many motorists use compression additives from Hado. The specialists of this company have created a whole line of fairly efficient additives that can effectively combat the causes of low compression of the unit. Here are the characteristics of several of them.
Atomic metal conditioner (Xado Maximum)
Recommended for use to restore engine compression. The active ingredient is a three-component product consisting of a complex metal conditioner with the addition of revitalizant (3rd generation).
The product has the following features:
- localizes and subsequently restores the worn surface of moving parts;
- compression increases and stabilizes;
- in the oil system, the engine oil pressure increases to the optimal level;
- protects parts from excessive overloads and overheating;
- improves the quality of engine oil and reduces fuel use;
- Ideally compatible with all existing types of oils.
Gel-Revitalizant (Stage Magnum)
The gel is recommended for cars with high load capacity and diesel engines. The latest development using the latest generation (3rd) revitalizant, which is distinguished by its single-stage nature and increased protective properties.
It has the following positive features:
- restoration of the worn surface of engine rubbing mechanisms;
- creation of a protective system for parts of the unit that protects them from premature wear, as well as overloads;
- increasing engine compression to optimal parameters;
- reduction in fuel consumption rates;
- increasing the power and service life of the unit;
- increase in the period of operation of parts by 2-3 times;
- compatibility with all types of oils.
Rational method of increasing pressure
If the compression in the engine has decreased, you need to use one of the methods to increase the pressure. There are high quality and effective enlargement supplements available. When using them, the compression of the oil in the engine rises and is maintained at an optimal level.
What additives are most common today?
- Atonium. It is a metal nano-optimizer. This tool optimizes the contacting parts to the maximum. It penetrates metal parts by one and a half millimeters. The properties of friction pairs change. The formed layer is multifunctional, provides increased protection and high strength to spare parts. Use Atonium constantly to increase engine power and reduce fuel costs.
- Fuel additives. They are added to the fuel tank. This makes it possible to increase the performance of the power unit. They are divided into oxygen-containing and oil-based. The amount of emissions decreases, the octane number increases. This ensures good combustion. The bases are essential elements and alcohol.
Fuel additives
High-quality oil additives significantly reduce engine wear and increase pressure. They molecularly restore the surfaces of contacting parts. The ceramic layer is resistant to high temperatures. It performs microscopic alignment of worn parts and filling of cracks. The cylinder walls are leveled and remain sealed. Additives remain effective for approximately seventy thousand kilometers. During this time, the lubricant can be replaced several times.
It is possible to increase blood pressure using various methods. If the car owner finds it difficult to choose, you need to consult a specialist. You can measure your blood pressure yourself. You need to warm up the engine, open the air filter, unscrew the spark plugs. Failure usually occurs due to cracking, deformation of piston rings, and valve malfunctions.
Using a pressure gauge
If you suspect that the oil pressure has dropped, a pressure gauge is the best way to confirm or refute your suspicions. All products have certain features, but are similar in design and connection method.
How to use the pressure gauge:
- Unscrew the original sensor. Its location is checked according to the motor diagram.
- Select a suitable adapter and screw it into place of the sensor, attach the measuring device.
- Warm up the engine at idle speed.
- Take readings at idle and while driving.
If the characteristics are lower than those specified in the operating instructions, the indicator is increased by repairing and cleaning the system.
How to take measurements
If the customer has measured the indicator himself, it will be easier for the auto mechanic to check the system. This will save time.
Diagnostics are carried out on a hot engine. This is due to the fact that the oil must be driven through the system. This is the only way to notice the presence of leaks and smudges.
Operating procedure:
- Raise the hood and see if there are any fresh leaks or if the crankcase is damaged.
- Look under the car. If there is a leak in the crankcase, you need to temporarily seal it and immediately contact a car service center. Rubber gasket, hard welding, sealant, fabric are suitable for sealing.
- Inspect the oil filter. If there are oil leaks on the gasket, it is either worn out or poorly tightened. You should tighten the part, wipe it and wait. Perhaps this way it will be possible to increase the indicator.
- Check the oil level using the dipstick.
- Check the oil pressure sensor for serviceability. To do this, you will need a measuring device - a pressure gauge. It is connected to the system instead of the main sensor. What oil pressure should be is indicated in the operating instructions.
After the pressure increases, you need to contact a service center. During the time that you drove with a malfunction, the oil was used up and lost its properties. It's better to replace it. Otherwise, there is a chance that the indicator will fall again.
