Does my ipsum need an oil additive?

Hello Zahir, I have seen Motor Honey oil treatment products from different parts of the world.
These engine oil treatment products are said to reduce oil burning, prevent smoking, improve viscosity, coat engine parts as well as make noisy engines quiet.
When you service your Toyota petrol engine with Shell Helix HX5 you do not need to use any motor oil treatment products.

The Shell engine lubricants such as Helix HX5 are composed of special additives that provide more than the above stated benefits of motor honey oil treatment products, all packaged for your car engine at no extra cost.
Shell Helix HX5 is a premium multi grade engine oil which works well to protect your car engine in both cold and hot temperature climates (-15 degrees to 40 degrees centigrade).
Shell Helix HX5 is blended with additives that coat the surface of internal engine metallic components to protect them against early frictional wear.
HX5 is blended with heat and corrosion inhibitors which cool down metallic parts and neutralise corrosive combustion acids to protect internal engine metallic parts from expensive overheating or corrosion damage.
Helix HX5 is designed with a special active cleansing technology which uses chemical detergents to prevent destructive after combustion deposit and ash build up. Active cleansing removes and prevents sludge build up while keeping the Helix HX5 engine oil in suspension.
Additives with viscosity improvers are blended with HX5 engine oil to maintain its ability to flow freely and remain in suspension for the duration of the service interval.
The innovations in Shell Helix HX5 will run your engine economically as well as protect it from premature damage.

Hi Paul, Thank you for the advise. I have a manual Peugeot 405 GL 1.6cc Injection.
I recently had a major engine over haul which a complete piston sleeve kit, water pump, clutch kit, high tension leads, drive shafts, radiator and high tension leads among others were replaced with new parts.
However, the engine misfires and goes off. The mechanic says both the ignition coil and central injection need to be replaced as well. Please advise on the next course of action. Jim

Jim, engine misfire is often caused by restriction of spark or fuel supply. In this case if your mechanic has identified a faulty ignition coil and central injection system which fall in line with supply of spark and fuel.
The fuel injectors should also be checked to confirm that they are all working well and the fuel filter replaced.
The engine timing may need to be revisited in case it was not done properly after the engine overhaul, this could cause the frequent engine stalling. A computer diagnosis would quickly pinpoint the cause of misfire.

Hi Paul, My car has an Automatic transmission and has a problem. When I engage the Drive gear and accelerate in order to change to gear number 2 I have to press the accelerator more so that it changes to gear 2 but it moves a little distance of 30 metres. The gearbox oil is there to its maximum. What could be the problem because everything is fine on the car? Kaddu Muhammad

Hello Muhammad, automatic transmission shifting quality is usually affected by transmission fluid (ATF) flow pressure.
This is affected by ATF quantity, quality or a breakdown of the hydro electrical delivery system. You have indicated that the ATF quality and probably quantity are okay. Then you need a technical person to establish whether your auto gearbox has a solenoid valve failure affecting gear no.2 gear.
Solenoids are electrically controlled hydraulic oil gate valves. When one fails it affects the response of the gear it’s assigned to engage by fluid pressure. A computer diagnosis will quickly confirm or rule out this possibility.

Hi Paul, I intend to buy a second hand car from Japan. Some of the options I hav in mind are; a Kluger V4 or a Kluger L but I am at a crossroad making a decision regarding the following:
1. Whether the spares are available and affordable.
2. Whether it is the year of make or the odometre reading (milage reading) that matters!
3. Whether an engine that has an odometre reading above 150,000kms are still worth buying!
4. Which of the two drive options (a 2wheel or a 4wheel drive) is better!
5. The size of the ream in inches (because it has s direct relation to the amount spent on tyres). Maxwell

Hello Maxwell, if you are looking at the first generation Toyota Kluger introduced in 2000 it comes with sturdier looks and more space than its cousin the Harrier.
The Kluger ‘L’ interior and accessories specifications are higher than the ‘V’ spec which was eventually dropped. Kluger comes with two engine variants the more thrilling to drive and responsive 220 horse power V6 3.0 litre or the modest and leisurely 160 horse power 4 in line 2.4 litre engine.
The 3.0 litre engine is more efficient in terms of power, torque and weight distribution however that comes at a negligible higher maintenance cost.
The 2.4 litre’s promise of better fuel economy is negated by the higher engine revs you need to get the smaller engine to carry the same weight.
This errodes the smaller maintenance cost benefit. Regular maintenance parts are readily available both with the main Toyota dealer and independent parts dealers.
The odometer reading or mileage is more crucial than the year of make (age) when considering wear and tear. Whereas a car parked for a long time suffers from some degree of wear, mileage causes more wear and tear.
When you buy a vehicle with a mileage over 100,000 kilometres you should expect to carry out the pricy mandatory 100,000 kilometre timing belt and fuel filter change.
At 150,000 kilometers you are probably going to replace the suspension parts soon. The other important challenge is how to determine whether the mileage displayed on the clock or declared on the paper work is not tampered with. You ought to insist on viewing the auction and export certification to help determine mileage.
The Kluger is either 2 wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The latter makes more sense to buy as it gives you multi terrain access ability. Go for the16 inch wheels which provide a comfortable and secure ride.

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