The Truth About Honda Engines and Oil Dilution Problems

When it comes to maintaining a high-performance engine like those found in turbocharged GDI engines, using the right oil can make all the difference. In this article, we'll explore the importance of using the correct oil for your engine, specifically for Honda engines. We'll also discuss some common issues that can arise with these engines and how to prevent them.

The Importance of Using the Right Oil

Oil is an essential component of any engine, providing lubrication and protecting moving parts from wear and tear. However, not all oils are created equal, and using the wrong one can lead to serious problems down the road. Honda engines, in particular, have been known to be prone to oil dilution, which can cause significant damage if left unchecked.

In my own experience with a 2018 Honda Civic Type R, I've seen firsthand how important it is to use the right oil for your engine. The car has over 80,000 miles on it and has only experienced minor issues, such as a slight clattering noise from the valves, which was easily fixed with an adjustment. However, this experience has taught me the importance of using high-quality oil that's specifically designed for GDI engines.

Using Zero W20 Oil: A Good Option?

So, what's the best oil to use in your Honda engine? I've been using Valvoline Zero W20 oil, which is a good option for many drivers. However, I've also learned about the GF6B oil, which is specifically designed for GDI engines like those found in Hondas. The GF6B oil comes in two types: GF6A and GF6B. The B type only comes in Zero W16 weight, making it a good option for engines that require this specific weight.

GF6A Oil: The New Standard

The GF6A oil is the new standard for GDI engines, and I highly recommend using it if your engine requires this weight. It's specifically designed to reduce wear on turbocharged GDI engines and prevent oil dilution. Using a lower weight oil, such as 0W-20, can lead to increased wear on the engine over time.

The Benefits of GF6A Oil

Using GF6A oil in your Honda engine can provide several benefits, including:

* Reduced wear on turbocharged GDI engines

* Prevention of oil dilution

* Improved engine performance and efficiency

* Extended engine life

How to Choose the Right Oil for Your Engine

So, how do you choose the right oil for your Honda engine? The most important thing is to make sure it's the correct weight. If your engine requires 0W-20 weight, then that's what you should use. However, if your engine requires a different weight, such as 5W-30 or 10W-40, then you'll need to choose an oil that matches those specifications.

Using Valvoline Oil: A Good Option?

While I've been using Valvoline Zero W20 oil in my Honda Civic Type R, I also recommend exploring other options. Some popular brands of engine oil include Mobil 1 and Castrol Edge. These oils are high-quality and can provide excellent performance and protection for your engine.

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Common Issues with Honda Engines

One common issue that can arise with Honda engines is oil dilution. This occurs when the engine becomes overheat or experiences excessive wear, causing some of the oil to break down and become less effective. If left unchecked, oil dilution can lead to serious problems, including engine failure.

How to Prevent Oil Dilution in Your Honda Engine

To prevent oil dilution in your Honda engine, make sure to:

* Use high-quality engine oil that's specifically designed for GDI engines

* Change your oil regularly (every 5,000 miles or as recommended by the manufacturer)

* Check your oil level regularly and top it off as needed

* Avoid overloading your engine with excessive load or towing

In conclusion, using the right oil for your Honda engine is crucial to preventing oil dilution and extending its lifespan. By choosing a high-quality oil like GF6A, you can provide your engine with the protection and performance it needs to run at its best. Remember to check your owner's manual and consult with a mechanic if you're unsure about what type of oil to use in your Honda engine.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enrev up your engines now lately people have been worried about oil dilution of problems occurring in hondas i'm going to explain the whole situation here so you can understand what's really going on now oil dilution occurs when too much pressure is created inside the engine then raw gasoline gets by the piston rings and gets into the engine oil and dilutes the engine oil with gasoline and as you can imagine gasoline that's diluted with engine oil it becomes lighter it does not lubricate correctly it can cause damage to the piston rings the crankshaft bearings the timing chain it's a very bad thing and then honda's the main reason it occurs is because of too much excess pressure the biggest problem i had were in the 1.5 liter four-cylinder engine because they had both gasoline direct injection that pumps a whole bunch of extra pressure into the cylinder sometimes over a thousand psi where the old fuel injection system was only like 50 60 psi and combines that with the spinning turbo charger yeah not one this big this is just for demonstration purposes but the exhaust gases spin the turbocharger and ram more air into the engine which increases the pressure inside the engine even more as i've been telling people for years i'm not a fan of gdi turbocharged fuel injection system ford's had them for a while in the ecoboost they have history of failures the turbocharged failures the engines wear out faster the more you strain an engine with extra pressure the shorter the lifespan of the engine that's just a fact and of course this early wearing out is even worse for a smaller engine take a 1.5 liter four-cylinder honda engine that's a smaller engine now on this 2014 that is not a problem because honda doesn't have a turbo charger this is off an old race car it does have an earth dreams technology ivtech engine but it's a 2.4 liter engine there it is it's a bigger engine of course than a 1.5 but and this is a crucial but here this has gasoline direct injection with extra pressure but no turbocharger and interestingly enough honda's first big turbocharged four-cylinder cars they came in they're acura same company just different name for the fancy cars right and those turbocharged four-cylinder engines they didn't have an oil dilution problem at all i got a customer with one of those acuras got 190 000 miles and runs fine doesn't burn any oil it's just turbocharged and in this case of this 2014 honda accord it is a 2.4 liter engine that has gasoline direct injection and it doesn't have oil burning or oil dilution problems it only has gdi it doesn't have gdi and a turbocharger so the honda engine seemed to work fine with either gasoline direct injection or turbocharging but when they combined the two it seemed to be too much pressure and it caused oil dilution now the engineers in honda aren't idiots so i'm sure they'll figure a way to change the software so they won't have oil dilution problems but as it stands today if you want to buy one of these hondas realize that the 2.4 liter earth drains engine with direct injection but no turbocharger are great engines have no qualm at buying one of these the gasoline direct engine seems to cause less wear than a turbocharger anyways i am not a fan of turbochargers because they put more power out of smaller engines but they definitely lower the lifespan if you ask any engineer they'll tell you the same thing they'll say you take a honda engine that doesn't have a turbo charger they regularly go three four hundred thousand miles but the ones that have turbo chargers on them they don't go three or four hundred thousand they claim you'll probably get 160 or 180 before the engine starts wearing out here you just have to use common sense low pressure good high pressure bad over the long run look at people the doctors are saying your blood pressure's too high you got to bring it down well if you got gdi and a turbocharger on a modern engine especially a small one like a 1.5 to some of them are 1.0 liter four-cylinder engines all that extra pressure you can't lower it that's how the machine works you can't give it a pill to lower its pressure like you can with people or tell the car to change its diet it's still going to be running on gasoline now back in the day a few decades ago most turbocharged cars would say must use premium fuel the extra pressure they said it needed premium fuel some of the modern ones say you can run on whatever you want but take scotty's advice on this one you got a turbocharged car and when you accelerate hard you hear it pinging and if you put high test gas in the expensive premium gas and it stops pinging my advice is stick to the high test gas because not only does the pinging hurt the engine with engine knock it will also make the engine less efficient and you can end up having more oil dilution from that so even off they say well you can run on anything you want the computers are theoretically set up that way but if they wear or get carbon build up and they ping with the turbo when you accelerate my advice is up it to the premium gas or at least try the mid-range one anything that stops the ping and it's perfectly fine now don't get me wrong honda makes great engines they make more internal combustion engines than any other company on the planet but if you want the longest life possible don't get one that is both turbocharged then gasoline direct injected as they presently stand but let's say you already bought a gdi turbocharged engine car or you don't want to listen to scotty well listen to this this is the new gf6b oil it's 0w16 when you turn it back that explains the whole thing here ilsac gf6b now you don't have to buy valvoline all companies make it these days i'm just showing valvoline because that's what they sold at walmart but this gf6b oil was made to stop the extra wear of turbocharged gdi engine and if i ever owned a turbocharged gdi engine which i doubt i ever will i wouldn't even go by the listings i would still use this stuff and change it every 5 000 miles i would not go 10 000 miles oil is pretty cheap compared to a four or five thousand dollar or more engine i would still change it every five thousand miles on those just to keep any possibility of oil dilution or wear down as low as possible but this honda it only has gdi you can hear it now it has 80 000 miles on it and other than a little clattering meaning the valves needed adjustment it's running smooth as can be no shaking at all like i said it's got 80 000 miles on it and when we put it in gear no shaking smooth as can be and as you can see here it says to use zero w20 oil now you can still use the gf6 oil the gf6 oil consists of two types gf6a and gf6b the b only comes in zero w16 it's only for those engines you can get gf6a oil for engines like this and i would advise doing it especially since it has gdi injection just make sure that when you get the gf6a oil it's the same weight as it says 0 20. they do make it in 0 20. as i say you can buy whatever brand you want you don't have to buy valvoline sure it's a good odd but there's plenty of good oils you just want to look at the back and make sure it says gf6a because the only ones that say gf6b are the zero w16 so you won't get confused if your engine says zero w16 you use that if not use the normal weight just check the back of the can make sure it says gf6a that means it's the new standard and it's the best oil possible for your engine so now you know the truth about honda engines and oil dilution problems no more's giving away free information here well today i'm going to give away a case of this gf6a oil for modern engines to have a chance to win place a clean non-offensive comment on the youtube comments below and the winner will be chosen randomly by computer to get a case of this marvelous gf6a oil so your engine can last as long as possible and here's some bonus questions and answers mikahoxas i got a 2010 toyota matrix 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the crud off that's there some of them don't even have gaskets they've been glued on but if you want to do it the best way and it'll never leak again is scrape everything off get one of those wire brushes on a drill and make it smooth and shiny then get the stuff that's called permatex the right stuff it's expensive sealer it's 20 something bucks but it really works then you make a bead on the pan and when you bolt it on that permatex will never ever leak i have fixed hundreds of cars with that stuff and none of them ever leaked after i use it it's the most amazing sealant it's outrageously expensive and you get a can of it and you'll have a bunch left over but unless you use it quickly it hardens in the can too so you can't i tried using it you know a month later it'd be hard in the can of my clap but for 20 something bucks and it's gonna seal it it's worth it so if you never want to miss another one of my new car repair videos remember to ring that bell you\n"