Motor Flush?
03-26-2002, 08:27 PM
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Re: Motor Flush? (98GeeYes-Are)
An old mechanics trick is to run a quart of auto tranny fluid through the engine for a minute making sure not to rev the engine and keeping it at idle (or you'll damage the engine). Than drain it all out, maybe flush the engine with a quart of oil and then fill it back up.
03-27-2002, 10:35 AM
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Re: Motor Flush? (98GeeYes-Are)
I don't see it in the owners manual nor in the service coupons (e.g. 30k, 60k, etc. service specials)
As long as you don't add Slick 50 or some other ****, and change the oil often and while the oil is hot, flushing is probably not needed.
As long as you don't add Slick 50 or some other ****, and change the oil often and while the oil is hot, flushing is probably not needed.
03-28-2002, 06:13 AM
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Re: Motor Flush? (jl74)
I heard some motor flushes might contain some detergents that are too strong and harsh for our seals. I actually did GaryLube's ATF trick and my seals are just fine. Which reminds me I need to do another motor flush 
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Re: Motor Flush? (98GeeYes-Are)
I use stp engine flush at least twice a year. Pour in current oil, then start the car and run it at 2000 rpm for 10- 20 mins then drain the oil and change filters and replace with new oil. Trust me does no harm and you will be surprised what comes out.
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