{"id":9195,"date":"2026-03-20T16:34:02","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T15:34:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/consutil.com\/?p=9195"},"modified":"2026-04-27T20:52:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T18:52:46","slug":"errors-destroy-car-engine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/consutil.com\/en\/errori-distruggono-motore-auto\/","title":{"rendered":"17 Engine-Ruining Mistakes: What to Really Avoid"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"9195\" class=\"elementor elementor-9195\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-24fabf21 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"24fabf21\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5ddf9732 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5ddf9732\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0cfd7d8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0cfd7d8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><em>Reading time: 6 minutes<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-682f1553 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"682f1553\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1211\">If you ask a mechanic what is the most common reason why an engine breaks, the answer is almost always the same: <strong data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1208\">trivial mistakes repeated every day<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1331\">We&#039;re not talking about sudden breakdowns, but normal habits that, over time, wear out the engine until it breaks.<\/p><p data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1481\">The problem is that many of these errors <strong data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1410\">they don&#039;t give immediate signals<\/strong>. The car continues to run\u2026 until the damage is done.<\/p><p data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1561\">Here are the most common (and dangerous) ones that mechanics see every day.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-69a35ff9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"69a35ff9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4fe296b5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4fe296b5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a1dfffb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a1dfffb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Anyone who works on engines sees it often: damage almost never arises from a single mistake. Usually, it&#039;s the result of a series of small oversights.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-71e48eb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"71e48eb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-section-id=\"hj7mou\" data-start=\"4570\" data-end=\"4623\">What errors ruin the engine the fastest?<\/h2><blockquote data-start=\"4625\" data-end=\"4814\"><p data-start=\"4627\" data-end=\"4660\">The most dangerous mistakes are:<\/p><ul data-start=\"4663\" data-end=\"4814\"><li data-section-id=\"zgx5lx\" data-start=\"4663\" data-end=\"4686\">don&#039;t change the oil<\/li><li data-section-id=\"ywz0qm\" data-start=\"4689\" data-end=\"4712\">accelerate when cold<\/li><li data-section-id=\"te8uif\" data-start=\"4715\" data-end=\"4741\">ignore warning lights and noises<\/li><li data-section-id=\"126sxp8\" data-start=\"4744\" data-end=\"4773\">use bad fuel<\/li><li data-section-id=\"6t6vs3\" data-start=\"4776\" data-end=\"4814\">turn off immediately after intense driving<\/li><\/ul><p>They are also the ones that, if repeated over months or years, can do the most damage without being immediately noticed.<\/p><\/blockquote>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-562b56c5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"562b56c5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-section-id=\"164opsx\" data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"399\">Why the modern engine is more sensitive to errors<\/h2><p data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1950\">Today&#039;s engines consume less and go further, but there is a downside:<br data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1903\" \/><strong data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1947\">they are much less tolerant to errors<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"2115\">While you could once neglect maintenance without immediate consequences, today it takes very little to cause serious damage\u2014especially with turbos and direct injection.<\/p><p data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"2115\">In other words, what was once \u201cnegligible\u201d can now cost thousands of euros.<\/p><p data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"694\">A modern engine may include:<\/p><ul data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"910\"><li data-section-id=\"sjhnfj\" data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"734\">high pressure turbocharger<\/li><li data-section-id=\"d5nvum\" data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"767\">direct injection systems<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1s8xtpm\" data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"800\">variable timing valves<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1182qc2\" data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"827\">particulate filters<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1rxyuyf\" data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"860\">multiple electronic sensors<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1kp3lma\" data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"910\">Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems.<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"1051\">These elements improve performance and fuel economy, but make the engine more susceptible to improper maintenance and bad driving habits.<\/p><p data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1143\">The result is that small mistakes repeated over time can generate very costly damage.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"5vvi9s\" data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1191\">The key role of motor oil<\/h2><p data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2399\">If there&#039;s one thing that really destroys an engine, it&#039;s this: <strong data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2396\">old or insufficient oil<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2471\">In the workshop it is one of the most frequent causes of engines having to be thrown away.<\/p><p data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2471\">And we&#039;re often talking about engines with less than 150,000 km on the clock.<\/p><p data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1293\">Oil isn&#039;t just for lubrication. It&#039;s one of the things that keeps the engine running:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1533\"><li data-section-id=\"16e2uqu\" data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1345\">Reduction of friction between metal parts<\/li><li data-section-id=\"773qfx\" data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1387\">cooling of internal components<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1xwwsb6\" data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1426\">cleaning from combustion residues<\/li><li data-section-id=\"tkqsbe\" data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1458\">corrosion protection<\/li><li data-section-id=\"18axd7f\" data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1533\">Operation of hydraulic systems (such as tappets and phase shifters)<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1654\">When the oil degrades or falls below the minimum level, the engine can be damaged surprisingly quickly.<\/p><p data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1689\">In severe cases they occur:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1813\"><li data-section-id=\"1rszyzx\" data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1717\">piston seizure<\/li><li data-section-id=\"iv58jp\" data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1742\">bushing wear<\/li><li data-section-id=\"15jip0c\" data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1780\">damage to the crankshaft<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1g25vb2\" data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1813\">turbocharger failure<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a51d0ff elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a51d0ff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>\u00a0<\/h2><h2>1. Never check the oil level<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5f0b536 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5f0b536\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-56a8bc42 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget-mobile__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"56a8bc42\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cambio-olio-auto-motore-1024x683.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-9186\" alt=\"Car engine oil change with pouring new oil into the engine via funnel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cambio-olio-auto-motore-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cambio-olio-auto-motore-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cambio-olio-auto-motore-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cambio-olio-auto-motore.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6698eea9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6698eea9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"2012\"><strong>Why it&#039;s a problem<\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"2012\">Many drivers rely solely on dashboard warning lights, but these often come on when the level is already critical.<\/p><p data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2054\">Oil consumption may vary according to:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2160\"><li data-section-id=\"18uvdvg\" data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2074\">driving style<\/li><li data-section-id=\"w9fiqo\" data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2093\">mileage<\/li><li data-section-id=\"12w965l\" data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2112\">engine type<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1a0bsps\" data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2138\">environmental conditions<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1o3ky32\" data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2160\">any losses<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2263\">Some modern engines naturally consume a small amount of oil between servicing.<\/p><p data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2376\">Checking the dipstick periodically is one of the simplest and most important operations to prevent serious damage.<\/p><p data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2376\">\ud83d\udc49 Many people arrive at the workshop when the warning light comes on.<br data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2660\" \/>The problem? It&#039;s often already too late.<\/p><p data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"2899\">\ud83d\udc49 Many mechanics change oil every 10-15 thousand miles on their cars.<\/p><p data-section-id=\"1154vd3\" data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2915\"><strong>Real Case<\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"2916\" data-end=\"3028\">In company fleets, performing oil changes earlier than the maximum limit often helps reduce wear and tear and breakdowns, especially on diesel engines used every day.<\/p><p data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1161\"><strong data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1159\">What happens over time<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1212\"><li data-section-id=\"lawair\" data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1179\">internal wear<\/li><li data-section-id=\"vo587e\" data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1212\">insufficient lubrication<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1307\"><strong data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1236\">What to do (right now)<\/strong><br data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1239\" \/>Check the oil at least once a month and before long trips.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"rjf948\" data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2450\">2. Delaying oil changes beyond recommended limits.<\/h2><p data-start=\"2452\" data-end=\"2618\">Driving with old or degraded oil dramatically increases internal wear and tear. Over time, the oil loses viscosity and cleaning ability, accumulating residue and sludge.<\/p><p data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2639\">This can cause:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2790\"><li data-section-id=\"oprmv6\" data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2676\">obstruction of internal passages<\/li><li data-section-id=\"vo587e\" data-start=\"2677\" data-end=\"2709\">insufficient lubrication<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1e1rux5\" data-start=\"2710\" data-end=\"2739\">rising temperatures<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1go4coi\" data-start=\"2740\" data-end=\"2790\">Irregular operation of variable systems<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2887\">In turbocharged engines, degraded oil is a major cause of turbocharger failure.<\/p><p data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2887\">\ud83d\udc49 In practice: you save \u20ac100 today, risk \u20ac1,000\u20132,000 tomorrow.<\/p><p data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2887\"><strong data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1532\">Most expensive mistake:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1535\" \/>Driving with degraded oil is a major cause of engine and turbo failure.<br data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1630\" \/>It is also one of the most expensive damages to repair.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2134f050 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2134f050\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-67978e45 e-con-full annuncio-card e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"67978e45\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ed76682 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"7ed76682\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bH8eqF\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Olio-motore-sintetico--1024x683.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-9190\" alt=\"Premium Synthetic Engine Oil\" srcset=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Olio-motore-sintetico--1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Olio-motore-sintetico--300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Olio-motore-sintetico--768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Olio-motore-sintetico-.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-631341cc elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"631341cc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bH8eqF\" target=\"_blank\">Recommended engine oil (to reduce wear and consumption) A good synthetic oil helps protect turbos and internal components, especially in modern engines.<\/a><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4541a2f1 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4541a2f1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3da7b6b5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3da7b6b5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-59b5613a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"59b5613a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>3. Accelerate hard as soon as you start the car.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a9e531a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5a9e531a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4560bfc6 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget-mobile__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4560bfc6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/contagiri-a-freddo-motore-auto-1024x683.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-9199\" alt=\"Car tachometer with cold engine and low RPM indicator during starting\" srcset=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/contagiri-a-freddo-motore-auto-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/contagiri-a-freddo-motore-auto-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/contagiri-a-freddo-motore-auto-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/contagiri-a-freddo-motore-auto.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7db66355 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7db66355\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2931\" data-end=\"3069\">When the engine is cold, the tolerances between mechanical parts are not yet optimal and the oil has not reached the ideal temperature.<\/p><p data-start=\"2931\" data-end=\"3069\">It&#039;s one of those mistakes that <strong data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"2858\">it doesn&#039;t break the engine right away<\/strong>, but it consumes it every day without you realizing it.<\/p><p data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3126\">Abrupt acceleration at this stage can cause:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3128\" data-end=\"3224\"><li data-section-id=\"ir5q6s\" data-start=\"3128\" data-end=\"3148\">increased friction<\/li><li data-section-id=\"gvsnoz\" data-start=\"3149\" data-end=\"3179\">premature cylinder wear<\/li><li data-section-id=\"13f0i5u\" data-start=\"3180\" data-end=\"3205\">stress on bushings<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1aeesif\" data-start=\"3206\" data-end=\"3224\">turbo damage<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3226\" data-end=\"3299\">The warm-up phase is one of the most delicate for engine life.<\/p><p data-start=\"3301\" data-end=\"3385\"><strong><em>\ud83d\udc49 It is advisable to drive in moderation for the first few minutes, avoiding high revs.<\/em><\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3569\"><strong><em>\ud83d\udc49 The damage is invisible-but cumulative.<\/em><\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3569\"><strong data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1818\">Most underrated mistake:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1821\" \/>Accelerating when cold doesn&#039;t cause immediate problems, but it is one of the factors that most reduces engine life in the long run.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-59c1d31b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"59c1d31b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-782f5d31 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"782f5d31\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ecae04b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1ecae04b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-section-id=\"1e6k9dg\" data-start=\"3576\" data-end=\"3622\">4. Turn off the engine immediately after hard driving<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c8e31b3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1c8e31b3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b9bb1e3 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget-mobile__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3b9bb1e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/turbina-auto-incandescente-turbo-surriscaldato-1024x683.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-9203\" alt=\"Red glowing car turbo turbine for engine overheating\" srcset=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/turbina-auto-incandescente-turbo-surriscaldato-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/turbina-auto-incandescente-turbo-surriscaldato-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/turbina-auto-incandescente-turbo-surriscaldato-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/turbina-auto-incandescente-turbo-surriscaldato.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-29dbe72a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"29dbe72a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"3462\" data-end=\"3599\">After a highway trip or sports driving, especially on turbocharged cars, the turbocharger can be extremely hot.<\/p><p data-start=\"3601\" data-end=\"3749\">Turning off the engine immediately cuts off oil circulation, leaving the turbo without lubrication while it is still at high temperature.<\/p><p data-start=\"3751\" data-end=\"3772\">This can cause:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3774\" data-end=\"3865\"><li data-section-id=\"1x8pbjt\" data-start=\"3774\" data-end=\"3803\">carbonization of oil<\/li><li data-section-id=\"93ebfx\" data-start=\"3804\" data-end=\"3828\">bearing wear<\/li><li data-section-id=\"wr2moh\" data-start=\"3829\" data-end=\"3865\">reduction of turbo duration<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3867\" data-end=\"3956\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/> Simple rule: After highway or fast driving, wait at least 30\u201360 seconds before turning off.<br data-start=\"3190\" data-end=\"3193\" \/>It&#039;s one of the easiest ways to save your turbo.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"3mkkz\" data-start=\"3963\" data-end=\"4015\">5. Ignore abnormal noises or vibrations<\/h2><p><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">Metal knocking, ticking or unusual vibrations should never be ignored. They often indicate problems with lubrication, detonation, or wear of internal components.<\/span><\/p><p data-start=\"4193\" data-end=\"4216\">Possible causes include:<\/p><ul data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4365\"><li data-section-id=\"8f2e57\" data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4251\">faulty hydraulic tappets<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1qq3hjl\" data-start=\"4252\" data-end=\"4286\">valve clearance out of tolerance<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1uxb82v\" data-start=\"4287\" data-end=\"4313\">bushings problems<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1u2mobv\" data-start=\"4314\" data-end=\"4337\">abnormal detonation<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1qdyg4d\" data-start=\"4338\" data-end=\"4365\">worn engine mounts<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"4367\" data-end=\"4427\">Early intervention can prevent irreversible damage.<\/p><p data-start=\"4277\" data-end=\"4303\">Mechanics often say:<\/p><p data-start=\"4305\" data-end=\"4366\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: bolder;\">\u201cIf the customer had come right away, it would have cost little.\u201d<\/span><\/em><\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"ld5toe\" data-start=\"3955\" data-end=\"3990\">6. Never check oil and fluids<\/h2><p data-start=\"3992\" data-end=\"4060\">Many drivers open the hood only when the car is already broken down.<\/p><p data-start=\"4062\" data-end=\"4110\">Yet it only takes 2 minutes a month to check:<\/p><ul data-start=\"4112\" data-end=\"4177\"><li data-section-id=\"192iwdp\" data-start=\"4112\" data-end=\"4120\"><p data-start=\"4114\" data-end=\"4120\">oil<\/p><\/li><li data-section-id=\"8dvga7\" data-start=\"4121\" data-end=\"4145\"><p data-start=\"4123\" data-end=\"4145\">coolant<\/p><\/li><li data-section-id=\"vcd49p\" data-start=\"4146\" data-end=\"4163\"><p data-start=\"4148\" data-end=\"4163\">brake fluid<\/p><\/li><li data-section-id=\"fv8nse\" data-start=\"4164\" data-end=\"4177\"><p data-start=\"4166\" data-end=\"4177\">window washer<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>It&#039;s one of those things that seems pointless\u2026 until you find yourself with an overheated engine.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"g2bdta\" data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2094\">Quick check (2 minutes per month)<\/h2><blockquote data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2192\"><ul data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2192\"><li data-section-id=\"1oh0aac\" data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2114\">oil level<\/li><li data-section-id=\"8dvga7\" data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2141\">coolant<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1o3ky32\" data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2165\">any losses<\/li><li data-section-id=\"131av0l\" data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2192\">lights on or strange<\/li><\/ul><\/blockquote><p data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2263\">\ud83d\udc49 This simple check prevents most serious failures.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"e1dsiq\" data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"269\">7. Use fuel of poor quality<\/h2><p data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"428\">Fuel is not only used to run the engine, but directly affects combustion, emissions, and cleanliness of internal components.<\/p><p data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"537\">Low quality gasoline or diesel fuel may contain impurities or insufficient additives, causing over time:<\/p><ul data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"687\"><li data-section-id=\"1o4h4hj\" data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"572\">fouling on injectors<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1poq27n\" data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"613\">deposits in the combustion chamber<\/li><li data-section-id=\"emz31w\" data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"640\">irregular detonation<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1mf5rhd\" data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"663\">power loss<\/li><li data-section-id=\"15y9009\" data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"687\">increased consumption<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"838\">In modern diesel engines, poor fuel can also compromise high-pressure pump and injection system, resulting in very expensive repairs.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"xw5fvy\" data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"904\">8. Driving often with the tank almost empty<\/h2><p data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"1086\">Many drivers put off refueling until the last moment. However, sediment and impurities accumulate in the bottom of the tank and can be sucked up by the pump.<\/p><p data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1291\">In addition, in modern vehicles, the fuel pump is immersed in the fuel itself, which also acts as a coolant. Levels that are too low can cause the pump to overheat and reduce its service life.<\/p><p data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1291\">\ud83d\udc49 Common habit, but in the long run it can shorten the life of the fuel pump.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"1swhnxy\" data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1353\">9. Neglecting the cooling system<\/h2><p data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1427\">Overheating is one of the fastest ways to destroy an engine. And also one of the most underestimated.<\/p><p data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1468\">The cooling system includes:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1570\"><li data-section-id=\"1fi3p97\" data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1483\">radiator<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1y1g7hw\" data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1504\">water pump<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1ih5tw4\" data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1519\">thermostat<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1ljfy1z\" data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1531\">fans<\/li><li data-section-id=\"8dvga7\" data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1556\">coolant<\/li><li data-section-id=\"4q546p\" data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1570\">piping<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1657\">A leak or malfunction can quickly lead to critical temperatures.<\/p><p data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1713\">The consequences of severe overheating include:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1837\"><li data-section-id=\"1etmp4b\" data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1745\">header deformation<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1uqlpp1\" data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1782\">blown head gasket<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1rszyzx\" data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1809\">piston seizure<\/li><li data-section-id=\"jyeg26\" data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1837\">cracks in the engine block<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1928\">Checking the coolant level and condition periodically is essential.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"1ohfuzg\" data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"1998\">10. Ignoring the temperature or engine light<\/h2><p data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2175\">Dashboard warning lights are designed to alert you to potentially serious problems. Continuing to drive while ignoring them can turn a minor fault into a complete breakdown.<\/p><p data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2276\">In particular, the temperature light indicates a situation that can worsen in a few minutes.<\/p><p data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2292\">If it comes on:<\/p><p data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2394\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/> stop as soon as it is safe to do so<br data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2338\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/> turn off the engine<br data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2362\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/> wait for it to cool down<\/p><p data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2449\">Continuing the march may cause irreversible damage.<\/p><p data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2449\">\ud83d\udc49 Many continue to drive \u201cas long as it goes\u201d.<br data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2210\" \/>This is exactly how a small problem becomes an engine that needs to be rebuilt.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-da4beae elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"da4beae\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1404\"><em>Read also:\u00a0<\/em> \u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1404\"><em><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>\ud83d\udc49\u00a0\u00a0<span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/en\/engine-temperature-light-what-to-do\/\">Temperature warning light on: what it really means and what to do immediately to avoid engine damage<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-77662631 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"77662631\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-521d5f88 e-con-full annuncio-card e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"521d5f88\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-66ca3d66 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"66ca3d66\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4rFHHQr\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/additivo-carburante-bestseller-pulizia-iniettori-1024x683.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-9205\" alt=\"Bottle of bestselling fuel additive for injector cleaning and engine performance improvement\" srcset=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/additivo-carburante-bestseller-pulizia-iniettori-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/additivo-carburante-bestseller-pulizia-iniettori-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/additivo-carburante-bestseller-pulizia-iniettori-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/additivo-carburante-bestseller-pulizia-iniettori.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-353e090 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"353e090\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4rFHHQr\" target=\"_blank\">A best-selling fuel additive used to clean injectors, reduce fuel consumption and improve engine efficiency.<\/a><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e87a69e e-con-full annuncio-card e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e87a69e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d76516f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d76516f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Nj63l8\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/liquido-raffreddamento-auto-rabbocco-1024x683.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-9370\" alt=\"Car coolant bottle on white background.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/liquido-raffreddamento-auto-rabbocco-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/liquido-raffreddamento-auto-rabbocco-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/liquido-raffreddamento-auto-rabbocco-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/liquido-raffreddamento-auto-rabbocco.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7654e50 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7654e50\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Nj63l8\" target=\"_blank\">Low or stale fluid is among the most common causes of overheating.<\/a><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-261a2925 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"261a2925\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-59c994d0 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"59c994d0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eaaa269 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"eaaa269\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-section-id=\"1r92n7h\" data-start=\"2456\" data-end=\"2509\">11. Do not replace filters regularly<\/h2><p data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2595\">Filters protect the engine from contamination and ensure optimal performance.<\/p><p data-start=\"2597\" data-end=\"2615\">The main ones are:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2717\"><li data-section-id=\"qkdiah\" data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2632\">air filter<\/li><li data-section-id=\"z41tdz\" data-start=\"2633\" data-end=\"2648\">oil filter<\/li><li data-section-id=\"ud54ix\" data-start=\"2649\" data-end=\"2670\">fuel filter<\/li><li data-section-id=\"tr1g26\" data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2717\">cabin filter (indirect but important)<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2902\">A clogged air filter reduces oxygen supply, worsening combustion and efficiency. A dirty fuel filter can cause pressure drops and damage to the fuel injection system.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e0db5d4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2e0db5d4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-section-id=\"1hmmk0m\" data-start=\"4937\" data-end=\"4967\">12. Urban use only with very short commutes<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b29e30c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3b29e30c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-34755c5c elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget-mobile__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"34755c5c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/traffico-cittadino-ora-di-punta-1024x683.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-9213\" alt=\"Heavy city traffic with cars queuing up during rush hour\" srcset=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/traffico-cittadino-ora-di-punta-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/traffico-cittadino-ora-di-punta-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/traffico-cittadino-ora-di-punta-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/traffico-cittadino-ora-di-punta.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a3e4409 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a3e4409\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"3089\">Short runs prevent the engine from reaching the ideal operating temperature. This favors:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3091\" data-end=\"3227\"><li data-section-id=\"1c8ha0y\" data-start=\"3091\" data-end=\"3125\">condensate accumulation in the oil<\/li><li data-section-id=\"i0k4c2\" data-start=\"3126\" data-end=\"3151\">sludge formation<\/li><li data-section-id=\"7yp2h1\" data-start=\"3152\" data-end=\"3179\">increase in emissions<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1vyrklt\" data-start=\"3180\" data-end=\"3227\">clogging of EGR and particulate filter<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3304\">In the long run, wear and tear may be higher than with mixed use.<\/p><p data-start=\"3306\" data-end=\"3417\">From time to time it is useful to drive longer stretches to allow the engine to work in the optimal conditions.<\/p><p data-start=\"3306\" data-end=\"3417\">This is why many modern diesels have problems even after a few kilometers.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"a1gqgg\" data-start=\"5241\" data-end=\"5286\"><span style=\"color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 2rem;\">13. Always drive at too low an engine speed<\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"3479\" data-end=\"3606\">Driving \u201cunder-torque\u201d (high gears at low speed) may seem economical, but it strains the engine and generates harmful vibrations.<\/p><p data-start=\"3479\" data-end=\"3606\">It seems like \u201cdriving economically,\u201d but in reality it\u2019s the opposite in the long run.<\/p><p data-start=\"3608\" data-end=\"3719\">In modern diesels, this style promotes soot accumulation and clogging of particulate systems.<\/p><p data-start=\"3721\" data-end=\"3799\">A slightly higher but stable speed is often healthier for the engine.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"1gck1gm\" data-start=\"3889\" data-end=\"3950\">14. Always put off scheduled maintenance<\/h2><p data-start=\"3952\" data-end=\"4082\">Periodic coupons and checks are not just formalities. They serve to detect wear and tear and abnormalities before they become serious problems.<\/p><p data-start=\"4084\" data-end=\"4223\">Components such as belts, belt tensioners, pumps and seals have a limited service life and must be replaced according to precise intervals.<\/p><p data-start=\"4225\" data-end=\"4298\">Ignoring these deadlines can lead to sudden and very costly breakdowns.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-10c9f1e e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"10c9f1e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-689f2434 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"689f2434\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-section-id=\"rny9c3\" data-start=\"4305\" data-end=\"4372\">15. Neglecting the timing belt or timing chain.<\/h2><p data-start=\"4374\" data-end=\"4491\">The timing system synchronizes the movement of pistons and valves. If it breaks down, the engine can suffer catastrophic damage.<\/p><p data-start=\"4493\" data-end=\"4513\">In the case of belting:<\/p><ul data-start=\"4515\" data-end=\"4585\"><li data-section-id=\"rhhvan\" data-start=\"4515\" data-end=\"4554\">mandatory periodic replacement<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1dexvla\" data-start=\"4555\" data-end=\"4585\">high risk if worn<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"4587\" data-end=\"4606\">In the case of chain:<\/p><ul data-start=\"4608\" data-end=\"4682\"><li data-section-id=\"1hxabbt\" data-start=\"4608\" data-end=\"4637\">generally more durable<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1w7air2\" data-start=\"4638\" data-end=\"4682\">however subject to wear and tear and elongation<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"4684\" data-end=\"4773\">Metallic noises or starting difficulties may indicate problems with the distribution.<\/p><p data-start=\"4684\" data-end=\"4773\">\u00a0<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"mnfaar\" data-start=\"4780\" data-end=\"4855\">16. Continue driving with the engine in \u201cemergency mode\u201d<\/h2><p data-start=\"4857\" data-end=\"5056\">When the ECU detects a serious fault, it may limit power and speed to protect the engine. Ignoring this condition and continuing to use the car without diagnosis can aggravate the problem.<\/p><p data-start=\"5058\" data-end=\"5134\">Emergency mode is a clear signal that requires technical control.<\/p><p data-start=\"6061\" data-end=\"6075\">Many people think:<\/p><p data-start=\"6077\" data-end=\"6108\"><em><strong>\u201cIf the car goes, it's not serious.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p data-start=\"6110\" data-end=\"6129\"><em><strong>Often, however, it is.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aa3d2bc e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"aa3d2bc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-82cd4d9 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"82cd4d9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1404\"><em>Read also:\u00a0<\/em> \u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1404\"><em><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>\ud83d\udc49\u00a0 <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/en\/car-dashboard-warning-lights-meaning-colors\/\">Car dashboard warning lights: meanings, colors, and what to do right away to avoid breakdowns (and hefty expenses)<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b29991 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4b29991\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-section-id=\"182o48k\" data-start=\"6458\" data-end=\"6487\">17. Always putting everything off<\/h2><p data-start=\"6489\" data-end=\"6515\">The real engine killer.<\/p><p data-start=\"6517\" data-end=\"6596\"><em><strong>\u00a0Preventive maintenance is inexpensive.<\/strong><\/em><br data-start=\"6558\" data-end=\"6561\" \/><em><strong>\u00a0 It costs so much to repair.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9d1b504 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9d1b504\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f9ea34c e-con-full annuncio-card e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f9ea34c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4a83bff5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4a83bff5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/41gYChp\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/kit-manutenzione-auto-attrezzi-emergenza-1024x683.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-9214\" alt=\"Car maintenance kit with emergency tools and vehicle care accessories\" srcset=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/kit-manutenzione-auto-attrezzi-emergenza-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/kit-manutenzione-auto-attrezzi-emergenza-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/kit-manutenzione-auto-attrezzi-emergenza-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/kit-manutenzione-auto-attrezzi-emergenza.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b8be79 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1b8be79\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/41gYChp\" target=\"_blank\">With a few tools you can check levels and prevent problems without going to the shop.<\/a><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3fa8c15 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3fa8c15\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-section-id=\"11xvq6i\" data-start=\"5141\" data-end=\"5186\">Signs indicating an engine in distress<\/h2><p>The engine almost never breaks down \u201csuddenly\u201d.<br data-start=\"3413\" data-end=\"3416\" \/>First, it sends out warnings\u2014the problem is, many ignore them. And by the time they become evident, the damage is often already advanced.<\/p><p data-start=\"5188\" data-end=\"5272\">Paying attention to early symptoms can save the engine from irreversible damage.<\/p><p data-start=\"5274\" data-end=\"5291\">Among the most common:<\/p><ul data-start=\"5293\" data-end=\"5475\"><li data-section-id=\"1mf5rhd\" data-start=\"5293\" data-end=\"5315\">power loss<\/li><li data-section-id=\"15y9009\" data-start=\"5316\" data-end=\"5339\">increased consumption<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1so1xay\" data-start=\"5340\" data-end=\"5370\">abnormal smoke from the exhaust<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1hzixm7\" data-start=\"5371\" data-end=\"5392\">burning smells<\/li><li data-section-id=\"15ps6eq\" data-start=\"5393\" data-end=\"5416\">unusual vibrations<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1tcavvl\" data-start=\"5417\" data-end=\"5445\">start-up difficulties<\/li><li data-section-id=\"pvh6t2\" data-start=\"5446\" data-end=\"5475\">excessive oil consumption<\/li><\/ul><p>\ud83d\udc49 If you notice even one of these signs, don&#039;t wait: early diagnosis can prevent very costly damage.<\/p><p data-start=\"5477\" data-end=\"5565\">Even seemingly small changes can be indicators of hidden problems.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"1swfa9e\" data-start=\"5572\" data-end=\"5610\">How long can a modern engine last<\/h2><p data-start=\"5612\" data-end=\"5692\">A modern engine can easily exceed 300,000 km\u2026<br data-start=\"3664\" data-end=\"3667\" \/><strong data-start=\"3669\" data-end=\"3721\">but only if you avoid the mistakes you read above.<\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"5694\" data-end=\"5719\">\ud83d\udc49 250,000 - 400,000 km<\/p><p data-start=\"5694\" data-end=\"5719\">(some even more, if well maintained)<\/p><p data-start=\"5694\" data-end=\"5719\">In the workshop it is not uncommon to see destroyed engines under 150,000 km... and others perfect over 300,000.<br data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2719\" \/>Habits make the difference.<\/p><p data-start=\"5721\" data-end=\"5759\">Determinants of longevity:<\/p><ul data-start=\"5761\" data-end=\"5914\"><li data-section-id=\"1hoe2w3\" data-start=\"5761\" data-end=\"5791\">quality of maintenance<\/li><li data-section-id=\"18uvdvg\" data-start=\"5792\" data-end=\"5810\">driving style<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1wgdwyb\" data-start=\"5811\" data-end=\"5837\">conditions of use<\/li><li data-section-id=\"secsbs\" data-start=\"5838\" data-end=\"5879\">quality of lubricants and fuels<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1x0m3uq\" data-start=\"5880\" data-end=\"5914\">timeliness of repairs<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1x0m3uq\" data-start=\"5880\" data-end=\"5914\">\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"zh4pz4\" data-start=\"5921\" data-end=\"5975\">Practical tips for preserving the engine over time<\/h2><p data-start=\"5977\" data-end=\"6037\">No need for anything complicated.<br data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3168\" \/>Just avoid the most common mistakes and follow these habits:<\/p><p data-start=\"6039\" data-end=\"6289\">\u2714\ufe0f check oil and fluids regularly<br data-start=\"6081\" data-end=\"6084\" \/>\u2714\ufe0f adhere to maintenance intervals<br data-start=\"6128\" data-end=\"6131\" \/>\u2714\ufe0f avoid cold acceleration<br data-start=\"6164\" data-end=\"6167\" \/>\u2714\ufe0f use quality fuel<br data-start=\"6202\" data-end=\"6205\" \/>\u2714\ufe0f monitor any anomalies<br data-start=\"6237\" data-end=\"6240\" \/>\u2714\ufe0f intervene promptly at the first signs<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-48a9410 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"48a9410\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-004da20 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"004da20\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-section-id=\"hn0tbm\" data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"366\">Gasoline vs. Diesel: which mistakes hurt them most?<\/h2><p data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"555\">Not all engines react the same way to driving and maintenance errors. Gasoline and diesel have different technical characteristics and, consequently, specific vulnerabilities.<\/p><h3 data-section-id=\"18rhnao\" data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"577\">Gasoline engines<\/h3><p data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"692\">Gasoline engines are generally more tolerant of urban use and short trips, but they suffer more:<\/p><ul data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"926\"><li data-section-id=\"o1r3dm\" data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"755\">Use of fuel with insufficient octane rating<\/li><li data-section-id=\"qhqpws\" data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"811\">Detonation (head knock) under high load<\/li><li data-section-id=\"150uy1y\" data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"874\">Overheating in case of incorrect air-fuel mixture<\/li><li data-section-id=\"irnsyj\" data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"926\">Excessive oil consumption in older engines<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"1088\">In modern turbocharged gasoline, harsh cold acceleration and immediate shutdown after heavy driving can significantly reduce turbocharger life.<\/p><h3 data-section-id=\"19apmra\" data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1112\">Diesel engines<\/h3><p data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1225\">Modern diesels are extremely efficient but more susceptible to misuse, especially in urban areas.<\/p><p data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1283\">Among the most common problems caused by misuse:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1497\"><li data-section-id=\"f1yf1z\" data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1333\">clogging of the particulate filter (DPF)<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1fkipw\" data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1372\">EGR valve malfunction<\/li><li data-section-id=\"b1ogtd\" data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1413\">Soot accumulation in the collectors<\/li><li data-section-id=\"2khxbw\" data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1460\">difficulty in automatic regenerations<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1aco6n3\" data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1497\">accelerated wear of injectors<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3842\" data-end=\"3856\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"3842\" data-end=\"3856\">\ud83d\udc49 In short:<br data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1001\" \/>The wrong choice, in the long run, can cost you more than maintenance.<\/p><ul data-start=\"3859\" data-end=\"4005\"><li data-section-id=\"1wyynmw\" data-start=\"3859\" data-end=\"3901\">do a lot of city \u2192 avoid modern diesel<\/li><li data-section-id=\"yu0f0i\" data-start=\"3904\" data-end=\"3957\">you do a lot of km \u2192 diesel ok, but precise maintenance is needed<\/li><li data-section-id=\"14vokqb\" data-start=\"3960\" data-end=\"4005\">you want fewer problems \u2192 more forgiving gasoline<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1648\">Always driving short distances without allowing the engine to reach optimum temperature is one of the main causes of failures in diesels.<\/p><h3 data-section-id=\"i4elnn\" data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1689\">Which engine is more durable?<\/h3><p data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1771\">There is no universal answer. Much depends on the actual use of the car.<\/p><p data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1903\">\ud83d\udc49 Prevalent urban use \u2192 often better gasoline or hybrid<br data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1833\" \/>\ud83d\udc49 Long highway mileage \u2192 diesel more efficient and long-lived<\/p><p data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"2024\">In any case, engine life depends more on maintenance and driving style than on fuel type.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b8cea4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2b8cea4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-section-id=\"144r5hq\" data-start=\"2870\" data-end=\"2906\">The most common mistake ever<\/h2><blockquote data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"3051\"><p data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"2929\">Always put it off.<\/p><p data-start=\"2936\" data-end=\"3051\">Small problems ignored become serious failures.<br data-start=\"2984\" data-end=\"2987\" \/>And at that point the cost is no longer prevention\u2026 but repair.<\/p><\/blockquote>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-71a7d1d6 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"71a7d1d6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3f03cefb elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3f03cefb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"64\" height=\"64\" src=\"https:\/\/consutil.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/faq-64.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-4290\" alt=\"\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-34668c41 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"34668c41\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41df303a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"41df303a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-48955bf elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"48955bf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>How long can a modern engine really last?<\/h3><p>150,000-400,000 km depending on maintenance.<\/p><h3>Which is better for longevity, a diesel or petrol engine?<\/h3><p>It depends on use. Diesels hold up better on long trips.<\/p><h3>Do modern engines last less?<\/h3><p>Not necessarily: they just require more precise maintenance.<\/p><h3>Is synthetic oil really better?<\/h3><p>Yes, if it meets the manufacturer&#039;s specifications. It&#039;s not just &quot;synthetic&quot; that matters, it&#039;s using the right oil.<\/p><h3 data-section-id=\"1h5kz32\" data-start=\"3395\" data-end=\"3437\">What ruins an engine the fastest?<\/h3><p data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3550\">Old oil, cold acceleration and continuous urban use are among the main causes of premature wear.<\/p><h3 data-section-id=\"1wv68rs\" data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3608\">Can I extend the maintenance intervals?<\/h3><p data-start=\"3609\" data-end=\"3705\">Not recommended. Anticipating maintenance is one of the most effective ways to avoid costly breakdowns.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-29105e45 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"29105e45\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5df3e3a5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5df3e3a5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-60dabdbe elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"60dabdbe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-section-id=\"1inic9m\" data-start=\"6603\" data-end=\"6650\">How to make the engine last over 300,000 km<\/h4><p>To make your engine last longer, a few consistent habits are needed: regular oil changes, gentle driving when cold, periodic checks, preventative maintenance, and quality fuel.<\/p><p data-start=\"4118\" data-end=\"4184\">The truth is simple: the engine rarely breaks down due to bad luck.<\/p><p data-start=\"4191\" data-end=\"4279\">In most cases, it is the result of <strong data-start=\"4239\" data-end=\"4276\">small errors repeated over time<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"4286\" data-end=\"4348\">The good news?<br data-start=\"4303\" data-end=\"4306\" \/>Avoiding them is easy \u2014 and often free.<\/p><p data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"3276\">The engine doesn&#039;t suddenly break down.<br data-start=\"3235\" data-end=\"3238\" \/>It slowly deteriorates\u2026 every day.<\/p><p data-start=\"3283\" data-end=\"3299\">And you can avoid it.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6184264 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6184264\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d1f57ef elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d1f57ef\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\ud83d\udc49 If you want to avoid costly mistakes, save this article or check these points periodically.<br data-start=\"3891\" data-end=\"3894\" \/>It only takes a few minutes to make a difference.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tempo di lettura: 6 minuti Se chiedi a un meccanico qual \u00e8 il motivo pi\u00f9 comune per cui un motore si rompe, la risposta \u00e8 quasi sempre la stessa: errori banali ripetuti ogni giorno. Non parliamo di guasti improvvisi, ma di abitudini normali che, nel tempo, consumano il motore fino a romperlo. 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