Dealing with Cold Weather: Protecting Your Vehicle
Preparing your vehicle for the winter months is crucial. The harsh cold temperatures can lead to breakdowns and even more severe consequences. Let's explore the impact of cold weather on conventional lubricants and how to combat its effects.
Motor Oil
Engine wear is most pronounced at startup, and cold temperatures can exacerbate this issue. Conventional oil tends to become thick in the cold, hindering its ability to flow through narrow passageways and protect vital components. This results in increased wear. Furthermore, the natural paraffin wax in conventional oil solidifies quickly in freezing temperatures, compounding the problem.
The solution lies in AMSOIL synthetic motor oils. These oils contain no paraffins and remain fluid even in frigid temperatures, as low as -63°F. This ensures easier starting, improved oil flow, and excellent engine protection throughout the year.
When you use AMSOIL synthetic motor oils, you're not only safeguarding your engine's well-being but also potentially extending its lifespan. In extreme cold conditions, the advantages become even more apparent, as your engine starts more smoothly, and critical components receive the protection they need from the very beginning. This means that even on the coldest winter mornings, your engine will perform optimally, reducing the risk of damage and ensuring a longer-lasting, more reliable vehicle.
Transmission Fluid
Transmission fluids can also be affected by cold temperatures. While it may not directly impact a vehicle's ability to start, it can affect performance and wear. Cold temperatures can cause automatic transmissions to shift harder. However, this effect is more pronounced in manual transmissions. The thickening of transmission fluid in the cold can impede the synchronizers' ability to spin quickly, affecting the driver's ability to shift gears.
AMSOIL transmission fluids, which are wax-free, exhibit outstanding cold-flow properties. They help enhance shift response, energy efficiency, and overall cold-weather performance.
With AMSOIL transmission fluids, the difference is palpable. Your vehicle's transmission will respond smoothly and efficiently, whether it's an automatic or manual. No more struggling with stubborn gear shifts or harsh transitions. Even in the chilliest weather, your vehicle's transmission will function as if it were a warm, summer day.
Gear Oil
High-viscosity gear oils in cold temperatures are less efficient, as they require more energy to turn gears, resulting in reduced fuel economy. Thick gear lubricants can deprive internal components of lubrication, potentially causing gear failure.
AMSOIL synthetic gear oil stands out with its exceptional cold-flow properties, ensuring maximum fuel economy and smooth cold-weather gear operation.
Diesel Fuel
As temperatures drop, the wax in diesel fuel starts to crystallize, clogging the fuel filter and starving the engine of fuel. This can prevent your vehicle from starting. AMSOIL Diesel Cold Flow comes to the rescue, lowering the cold filter-plugging point by up to 20°F in ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel. It also inhibits wax crystal formation, improving diesel engine reliability in cold weather.
For those facing gelled diesel fuel, there's AMSOIL Diesel Recovery, which quickly liquefies gelled diesel fuel and thaws frozen fuel filters, getting you back on the road.
When you're out on the road in frigid conditions, having AMSOIL Diesel Cold Flow and Diesel Recovery on hand can make all the difference. Picture this: you're in the middle of a winter journey, and your diesel fuel begins to gel. Without the right treatment, you could be stranded in the cold, unable to move. That's where AMSOIL Diesel Cold Flow and Diesel Recovery step in. These products are like a lifeline for your diesel engine, ensuring that it runs smoothly and reliably even when the temperatures drop to extreme lows.
Bonus Tip
Did you know that AMSOIL Dominator Coolant Boost can significantly reduce engine warm-up times in cold weather? Adding Coolant Boost to the radiator will ensure you get warm air from your vehicle's heater faster on those chilly winter days.
Vehicle maintenance in cold weather can be a pain. In cold weather, waiting for your vehicle to warm up can be a tedious and uncomfortable experience. With AMSOIL Dominator Coolant Boost, you won't have to endure those bone-chilling moments for long. Your engine will reach its optimal operating temperature more quickly, allowing you to enjoy warm air from your vehicle's heater almost immediately. This small addition can make your winter driving experience significantly more comfortable.
In the face of cold weather, vehicle maintenance becomes more critical than ever. By using high-quality, cold-weather-tested lubricants like those offered by AMSOIL, you can combat the negative effects of extreme temperatures and keep your vehicle running smoothly throughout the winter. Stay safe on the road and protect your investment by being prepared for the cold. Your vehicle, your wallet, and your peace of mind will thank you.
