[Smart Tips] How To Flush Your Vehicle’s Engine

In the previous article we talked about engine flushes, why they’re sometimes necessary, and how to tell if your car needs one. Now we’ll look at how to flush your car’s engine and what precautions you need to take if you do.

First of all, if you decide to flush your engine, we recommend talking advice from a professional mechanic. But if you’re very knowledgeable and you prefer to do it yourself, here are the steps to follow.

How To Flush Your Vehicle’s Engine Allowing Car To Idle

Step 1

Drain the old engine oil, keeping the used oil filter in place.

Drain the engine oil, keeping the used oil filter.

Step 2

Fill your oil system with engine flushing oil until it’s at least 3/4 full.

Fill your oil system with engine flushing oil.

Step 3

Start the engine and allow it to idle for 20 minutes.

Start the engine and allow it to idle.

Step 4

Drain out the flushing oil, making sure that none is left behind. Then change the oil filter, and fill the system with new engine oil.

Drain out the flushing oil, making sure that none is left behind.

What Precautions Do I Need To Take?

When doing an engine flush, there are a few precautions to keep in mind.

• This isn’t something you should do with every oil change. As discussed earlier, it’s only necessary when there’s a buildup of sludge and debris. For many cars, it shouldn’t be needed at all as long as the oil is changed regularly.
• Every bit of flushing oil needs to be removed after the flush is complete. If any flushing oil mixes with the new engine oil, it can interfere with the oil’s performance.
• Used flushing oil contains pollutants and must be discharged separately to protect the environment. A professional mechanic will know how to dispose of all waste products safely and responsibly.
• Make sure to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations when performing an engine flush. Select a product that is recommended for your engine type, or talk to your mechanic.

Does Kixx offer flushing oil?

Kixx Engine Oil is a highly effective flushing oil that is designed to clean the oil systems of all types of gasoline and diesel engines.

Yes, it does. Kixx Engine Clean, a highly effective flushing oil, is a good choice if your car needs an engine flush. It restores the mobility of piston rings, prevents hydrojacks from becoming clogged, and is specially helpful if you’re transitioning from mineral oils to synthetic or semi-synthetic oils.

To learn more about engine flushes, check out our previous article, What’s an Engine Flush, and Does Your Car Need One?

Or you can read What Happens If You Don’t Change Your Car Engine Oil to learn more about how lubricants protect your car’s engine and prevent sludge buildup.