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What Kinds Of Fluids Does Your Car Have

What Kinds Of Fluids Does Your Car Have

Everyone knows that your vehicle has fluids running through it. They keep it working smoothly and keep it at a certain temperature. But what kinds of fluids are there? If you continue reading, you will find exactly that. We have put together a list of the main fluids your vehicle has and what they do exactly. Engine Oil The first, and probably the most well-known item on the list, is engine oil. It is vital for the work of your engine. That is because it lubricates and cools the engine because of the special way engine blocks are made. They have a lot of holes and crevasses, which are filled by the oil. Transmission Oil Transmission oil is very similar to engine oil. The main difference you see at first is the color (most of the time, it is red). It should be changed at certain intervals, as provided by the manufacturer in the owner's manual. Brake Fluid Most of the time, the fluid that is in the brake lines is forgotten or s ... read more