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titcharoony
28-07-2007, 15:56
on every car ive had, when servicing, ive used the oil flush stuff u get from any auto place. chuck it in with oil, checks all crap out. but in my clio book, it insists on not using any oil flush stuff...anyone know why? or if i shud ignore n just throw some in on next service?

MatBrown
28-07-2007, 16:45
The reason why it tells you not to use it is because of the hydraulic lifters (tappets), these work by filling with oil and could trap some of the flushing solution.


Mat.

titcharoony
28-07-2007, 16:49
so im to do as it says and not flush?

MatBrown
28-07-2007, 16:51
Yes, my advice for anyone wanting to flush the engine is change the oil for some cheap stuff, run for a few minutes and then swap the oil and filter for the good stuff.


Mat.