2. Engine oil keeps your
engine running smoothly
by lubricating its parts and
keeping it cool.

3. Over time, however,
pollutants and heat can
turn the liquid into a thick
gel.

4. Unaddressed sludge can be
the death of your engine.

5. There are steps you can
take to prevent oil sludge
buildup in your Porsche.

6. The best way to find out
how often you should be
changing your oil is by
looking in your Porsche's
manual.

7. It should outline the
maximum mileage or time
between oil changes and
the type of oil your vehicle
requires.

8. A wrong oil may hinder
your engine's performance
and worsen buildup.

9. When the "check engine"
light is on, it's time to bring
your Porsche in for
inspection.

10. You also want to be on the
lookout for the "oil
change" light.

11. There could be a problem
with the sensor, or the light
may indicate that your
vehicle has low oil pressure.

12. While motor oil is a see-
through yellowish liquid,
engine sludge is a dark
brown or black viscous
goop.

13. If you can make out the
metallic walls of the oil
pan, you're likely fine, even
if the walls are covered in
oil.

14. If the gunk is so thick that
you can't see the shininess
of the metal, you have
sludge.

15. If your car idles for long
periods of time, the oil does
not have a chance to heat
and circulate properly.

16. People who do mostly city
driving or live within 15
minutes of work are more
likely to see engine sludge.

17. Consider getting your oil
changed more often to
lessen the likelihood of
your oil turning sludgy.

18. By removing sludge, you
may be re-opening broken
rubber seals that were
sealed causing further
problems.

19. When it comes to your
engine, it's a good idea to
play it safe and bring your
Porsche in for professional
maintenance.

20. The technician can
ascertain the extent of the
sludge buildup and
determine the health of
your engine.

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