Flashcard 10

Front

What would be an example of an SAE rating?

Back

5W-20

Front

What would be an example of an API rating?

Back

SN

Front

What does the W after a rating in 5W-20 signify?

Back

The oil was tested for winter weather temperatures at 0ºF (-18 ºC)

Front

Which of the following is considered a common multigrade engine oil?
Options:
SAE 30,
75W-140,
5W-30,
SAE 50

Back

5W-30

Front

Lubrication ___________ friction.

Back

reduces

Front

What is the term used to describe the process when gas escapes past the piston rings and into the crankcase?

Back

blow-by

Front

What type of oil results in low levels of impurities, increases lubricating abilities, reduces sludge from forming, and protects at extremely high temperatures?

Back

synthetic

Front

Which of the following ratings would be a manufacturer specification? SAE, API, ILSAC, dexos1

Back

dexos1

Front

What type of engine oil additive keeps contaminants suspended to help prevent sludge from forming?

Back

dispersants

Front

What type of engine oil additive helps prevent high temperature oil from becoming too thin?

Back

viscosity modifiers