The use of additional Liquid Moli additives improves engine performance and reduces negative effects in the system. When choosing a model, it is recommended to determine its composition and combine it with complementary oil.

Every driver is aware that engine oil should be changed regularly. It can not only prolong the operation of the motor, but also prevent its premature destruction, clean it from combustion products or harmful deposits.

Pure oil only provides timely lubrication of the pistons, and the functioning of the remaining elements is carried out thanks to special compositions - additives.

Modern formulations allow you to purchase oil containing additives, or buy liquids separately from each other. Such a procedure can be carried out not only in a car dealership, but also with your own hands - usually it does not require any technically complex actions.

The range of Liquid Moli additives today is very diverse: additives that restore the engine differ in composition and type of effect on the motor.

The effect of the work of such preparations is not long in coming: friction and wear are reduced by about 40%, the engine life is increased, noise is reduced and the temperature in the area of ​​friction zones is reduced.

An equally important factor is the reduction in fuel consumption and a significant improvement in ride comfort. To the listed benefits of Liquid Moli additives, you can add a general improvement in the performance of a diesel or gasoline engine. However, each supplement has its own characteristics that must be considered in order to obtain the desired effect. In addition, such compositions can affect different designs and materials of power units in different ways.

Consider the basic principles of operation of each of them.

Main characteristics

The correct choice of additives in oil for gasoline engines or a diesel version will ensure the reliable operation of the power unit, and therefore the selection process must be approached with great care. So, it is recommended to decide which group of liquids is required in your case.

According to the main characteristics, Liquid Moli additives can be divided into those that:

• increase the stability of the oil composition;
• improve temperature characteristics, in particular the pour point;
• increase the lubricating functionality of oils;
• clean the internal parts of the system;
• have an anti-corrosion effect;
• increase the stickiness of the oily liquid;
• reduce foaming.

There are also multifunctional varieties that have a complex effect. Sometimes the effect of one option can make it difficult for another, so it is very important to buy additives wisely: in some cases, additives that have a negative effect on each other can completely disable the engine.

How to choose the right composition?

Liqui Moly are the most popular types of engine additives worldwide. These German liquids are divided into special categories depending on what task they have to perform.

For example, the most effective options are the compositions:

• Oil Additiv - reduce the level of wear of the propulsion system;
• Visco-Stabil - an effective viscosity stabilizer;
• Oil-Schlamm-Spulung - a special flush for the engine;
• Oil-Verlust-Stop - a liquid that stops an oil leak;
• as well as Oil-Treatment - a composition that has a multifunctional effect.
• There is another interesting option - Engine Flush - the so-called five-minute flush.

When using any drug, it is important to follow all the steps strictly according to the instructions in order to avoid unwanted effects.

Their purpose

To understand the effect of Liqui Moly additives, you should dwell on their purpose in more detail:

• Oil additive. This anti-friction additive contains molybdenum disulphide and is targeted at older designs of power units, without turbocharging or other complex elements without any environmental restrictions. Such an additive has passed the test of time and has received the approval of a large number of consumers;
• Visco Stabil. Liquid Moli's special viscosity stabilizer is great for a used car whose engine has been running on cheap oil for a long time. It is able to help stabilize the viscosity of the oil substance and protect the engine components during heavy loads. In addition, the stabilizer helps prevent viscosity drop during frequent cold starts and reduces the noise of hydraulic lifters, while significantly increasing compression;
• Oil-Verlust-Stop– the perfect solution for stopping oil leaks: the stop leak works by restoring the elasticity of plastic and rubber gaskets. In addition, oil consumption for waste is reduced due to high-temperature stabilization on low-removable rings, the appearance of bluish exhausts is prevented and compression is restored;
• Hydro Stossel Additive helps to eliminate the knock of hydraulic lifters, which is manifested due to insufficient lubrication. Thanks to a special formula, oil channels are additionally cleaned during its application.

Conclusion

It is important to remember that high-quality and timely maintenance of your car is the key to its long and reliable operation. Using Liquid Moli additives, you can achieve significant improvements in engine performance, but you should not forget that a different type of additive is selected for each case.

original motor oil "Liqui Moly" provides reliable protection of the car engine under any conditions of its operation. However, many motorists are faced with two main problems - with the selection of oil for a particular engine and the presence of fakes on the market. In fact, it’s not so difficult to pick up Liquid Moli car oil if you know what rulers, tolerances, viscosities and other parameters of the lubricating fluid exist. The same applies to the definition of counterfeit. After reading the material to the end, you can easily pick up Liqui Moly engine oil for your car and find out the features of their canisters.

Production and types of motor oils "Liqui Moli"

A distinctive feature of the company is that Liquid Moli brand oils are produced exclusively in Germany, which, firstly, reduces the possibility of making fakes in other countries, and secondly, guarantees the high quality of the product. All Liqui Moly products are manufactured in the German city of Ulm.

Interestingly, the design of canisters by Liqui Moly was developed back in 1987, and has not changed much since then.

Liqui Moly produces its oils based on the requirements for a particular internal combustion engine, in particular, under the approvals of specific automakers. For example, this can be seen in the popular TOP TEC series, which will be discussed below.

Currently, there are four types of oils in the range of Liquid Moli oils - HC-synthetic (hydrocracking), synthetic, semi-synthetic and one brand of mineral (MoS2 Leichtlauf 15W-40 for old cars with high mileage) What is the difference between each type? There are special materials about and oils on our website, so we will not dwell on them. It is much more interesting to know what is the difference between hydrocracked and traditional PAO synthetics.

Oils created using hydrocracking technology are cheaper, but somewhat inferior in quality to the original synthetic compounds. The technology of their production is quite complex and multi-stage. Its essence boils down to what (which is essentially the residue from the processing of oil in the production of gasoline or other fuels and lubricants) is split using high-pressure hydrogen, thus creating the necessary basis. So, paraffins, nitrogen, sulfur are removed from it, and resistance to third-party chemical reactions is given. At the final stage, an additive package is added to the resulting base. They are chosen in accordance with what characteristics the manufacturer wants to give to a particular oil.

It is impossible to distinguish HC-synthetics from PAO-synthetics using organoleptic analysis, for this it is necessary to conduct a deep chemical analysis.

Real synthetics are made on the basis of polyalphaolefins (PAO). The technology consists in performing the synthesis of light hydrocarbons, as a result of which PAOs are obtained. Typically, the material for synthesis is a hydrocarbon gas. The production technology is also quite complicated, and some stages are completely kept secret. The result is an oil that has the highest performance properties, it can operate in a wide temperature range, has low volatility, and so on. By adding additives, you can achieve a variety of viscosities and other positive characteristics. The only disadvantage of PAO synthetic motor oil is its high price.

Assortment of oils "Liqui Moli"

As of the beginning of 2018, the range of Liquid Moli motor oils includes 33 varieties. This allows you to make a choice for any internal combustion engine currently in use. The entire catalog of these Liquid Moli products can be divided into three parts:

• special;
• universal;
• branded.

And each of them is divided into several lines.

There is another type of oil - refilling, currently it includes only one such brand - HC-synthetic motor oil Nachfull Oil 5W-40, and is sold in a 1 liter canister. This composition can be used to add oil to the desired level in the crankcase if it is not known what type and brand of oil is currently poured into the engine. Since Nachfull Oil is compatible with any engine oil.

Special oils

In turn, the special ones are divided into two lines - TOP TEC and SPECIAL TEC. They are made using NS-synthetic technology. A distinctive feature of the line TOP TEC is the fact that the oils are low-ash, that is, designed for "environmentally friendly" engines and high-quality fuel (with a low sulfur content). Despite the fact that they are made using hydrocracking technology, it is still distinguished by a low sulfate ash content. Suitable for any, even the most modern, engines.

The TOP TEK line first appeared on sale in 2004. The first product was 4100 oil, "sharpened" to the requirements of Mercedes. After that, 4200 were produced - for Volkswagen, AUDI and other brands belonging to the VAG concern. Brand 4300 is designed for the "Japanese" Honda and Toyota, as well as some European cars. Brand 4400 - for Renault with particulate filters. Mark 4500 - for Ford, Mitsubishi, Mazda. Well, the 4600 brand is intended for cars manufactured under the supervision of the General Motors concern, in particular, Opel and all Korean cars. Although at present each series listed has approvals from different automakers. You will find the relevant information on the canister label or in the description of the online store.

The listed grades have the following viscosities:

• 4100 5w-40. The article of the 4 liter canister is 7547.
• 4200 longlife III 5w-30. The article number of a similar container is 3715.
• 4300 5w-30. The article with a volume of 5 liters is 8031.
• 4400 5w-30. Art. nom. a similar canister - 2322.
• 4500 5w-30. The article of a similar canister is 2318.
• 4600 5w-30. The purchase number for the 5 liter canister is 8033.

Interestingly, TOP TEK series oils are excellent for Russian, not always high-quality fuel, which may contain a large amount of sulfur or other harmful impurities. They can be used in almost any engine, including uprated and diesel engines with direct fuel injection, Common Rail system, complex exhaust gas purification systems, and so on. They help save fuel, prolong engine life, withstand high engine speeds and loads, and extend catalyst life.

Series SPECIAL TEC also made using NS-synthetic technology. It is a "simplified" version of TOP TEC. So, they have nominal approvals of individual automakers, but they are no longer low-ash, and do not have environmental restrictions. Therefore, they are more suitable for domestic cars and domestic fuel.

Asia America 5W-30

Sold in gray canisters. As for tolerances, 0W-30 oil is approved by Volvo, 5W-30 is approved for Ford and cars from General Motors. A little apart in this series are the notorious oils called "Asia-America", designed for new and used (3 years and older) cars from Asian countries and the United States, used in the domestic markets of these countries. Oils are presented in four - 0W-20, 5W-20, 5W-30 and 10W-30. These four types of oils are made according to the well-known ILSAC standard. According to the European standard ACEA has a class C5.

Oils with a viscosity of 0W-20 and 5W-20 are designed for Honda cars, as well as American cars with a large engine capacity (up to 4 ... 5 liters). As for the lubricant with a viscosity of 5W-30, it is, in fact, universal, and can be used in any Japanese and American cars, if allowed by their manufacturer. Oil with a viscosity of 10W-30 is designed for used Asian and American cars.

Articles of Liquid Moli oils of the Special Tek series:

• AA 0w-20. A 4 liter canister has an article number - 8066.
• V 0w-30. A 5 liter canister has an article number - 2853.
• F 5w-30. A similar canister has an article number - 8064.

Universal oils

As for universal ones, they are presented in three lines - LIQUI MOLY OPTIMAL, LEICHTLAUF, SYNTHOIL.

Series Optimal refers to the average price range, but the oils themselves are more premium. They are presented as HC-synthetic oils (with viscosities of 5W-30 and 5W-40) and semi-synthetic (with a viscosity of 10W-40, including those specifically for diesel engines). Differs in a good ratio of the price and quality. It is noted that it is great for the Russian market. There are synthetic and semi-synthetic compounds.

There are oils with the following viscosities:

• Synth 5w-30. A 4 liter canister has an article number - 39001.
• Synth 5w-40. A similar canister has an article number - 3926.
• Semi synth 10w-40. A 4 liter canister is sold under the number - 3930.
• Diesel 10w-40. The article of the four-liter canister is 3934.

Line name LEICHTLAUF translates literally as "easy-running oils". They are synthetic based on hydrocracking (HC). They are considered premium oils, offered at affordable prices. Meet the highest requirements of API and ACEA (in particular, Leichtlauf High Tech LL 5W-30 complies with ACEA A3/B4, API SL/CF).

The range includes the following viscosities:

• Super 10w-40. The article of the five-liter canister is 1929.
• Leichtlauf 10w-40. A 4 liter canister has an article number - 1318.
• Special AA 10w-30. A 4 liter canister has an article number - 7524.
• Special AA 5w-20. The article of the four-liter canister is 7621.
• Special AA 5w-30. A 4 liter canister has an article number - 7516.
• Special 5w-30. The article of the canister with a volume of 5 liters is 1164.
• Special LL 5w-30. A 4 liter canister has an article number - 7654.
• High-tech 5w-40. The article of the 4 liter canister is 2595.
• Diesel 10w-40. The article of the five-liter canister is 8034.

Oils in the series SYNTHOIL- fully synthetic (PAO). They can be used in the most modern motors. Depending on the specific brand, they are suitable for multi-valve engines, for engines with particulate filters, with modern exhaust aftertreatment systems, and so on. One of the highest quality, but also expensive oils.

Here the Liquid Moli Synthetics brand oil catalog represents the following range:

• Diesel synthoil 5w-40. The article of the popular 5 liter canister is 1927.
• Energy 0w-40. The canister has a volume of 4 liters, its article number is 7536.
• High Tech 5w-40. The volume of the canister is 4 liters, its article number is 1915.
• High tech 5w-50. A 4 liter canister has an article number - 9067.
• Race Tech GT 10w-60. The volume of the canister is 5 liters, the article is 1944.
• Longtime 0w-30. A 5 liter canister has an article number - 8977.

Branded oils

As for branded anti-friction oils, they are represented by two lines - MOS2 LEICHTLAUF and LIQUI MOLY MOLYGEN New Generation. The latter in 2013 replaced the previously known line of Liquid Moli Moligen. New oils are made on the basis of a tungsten-molybdenum additive that implements Molecular Friction Control technology - molecular friction control. The development of the additive lasted almost five years! LIQUI MOLY MOLYGEN New Generation are HC-synthetic oils, and MOS2 LEICHTLAUF are semi-synthetic.

As for the new generation LIQUI MOLY MOLYGEN oils, the specified tungsten-molybdenum additive perfectly reduces friction between engine parts. Each product is designed for specific car brands. So, oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is intended for Japanese and American cars. 5W-40 - more suitable for the European market. 10W-40 - for the premium segment for light commercial vehicles (vans, minibuses).

Viscosities and articles of the Liquid Moli Moligen series in popular trade volumes (4 l.):

• 5w-30 - 9042.
• 5w-40-9054.
• 10w-40 - 9060.

The MOS2 LEICHTLAUF series are engine oils for older generations of cars. It can be used under severe operating conditions of the motor. Suitable for gasoline and diesel engines, including those with a turbine.

Articles of 4-liter canisters of the molybdenum series for easy work:

• 15w-40-1949.
• 10w-40 - 1917.

Temperature tests conducted by the initiative group in frost -20 degrees Celsius showed that almost all original Liqui Moly oils with dynamic viscosity from 0W to 10W have good fluidity, so they can be used in winter.

Selection of engine oil "Liquid Moli"

The selection of oil by brand must be carried out so that the final product is ideal in all respects for a particular engine. In fact, when choosing, you need to be guided by many characteristics, including viscosity values, API and ACEA standards, automaker tolerances, and so on.

What oil is better to fill in the engine

The choice of engine oil should be based on viscosity, API specification, ACEA, tolerances and those important parameters that you never pay attention to. You need to choose according to 4 main parameters.

More than one motorist is interested in the question of what is the best Liquid Moli oil? In fact, there is no universal answer to it, since the engine manufacturer provides for a certain viscosity (usually two or three values ​​are allowed), standards and types.

In the latter case, we are talking about the so-called "synthetics" and "semi-synthetics". If you are the owner of a budget car whose engine is not whimsical and does not require the use of special lubricants, then semi-synthetic compounds are quite suitable for you. For expensive cars, including premium class, sports cars, it is better to fill in "synthetics", and the highest quality, made from gas. It all depends on the price of Liquid Moli oil and.

Best Liqui Moly Oil

The choice of one or another oil must be carried out according to various performance parameters, one of which is the base number (TBN). Its value shows how much the oil is able to resist oxidative processes and aging. The higher it is, the longer the oil retains its basic properties. So, the base number of the TOP TEC and Special TEC lines is 6.63. This is a low value, however, such lubricating fluids can extend the life of the catalyst. It is perfect for engines with high mileage, and reduce the replacement interval (especially if low-quality fuel is used).

The group of universal oils (Optimal, Leichtlauf, Synthoil) has a base number in the range of 8.91...9.15. This allows you to extend the aging process of the lubricant. They are best used in cars that do not have particulate filters or with engines with low mileage (up to 100 thousand kilometers).

Lines of branded oils (MOS2 Leichtlauf, Molygen New Generation) are the result of 5 years of work by Liquid Moli. Their base number is 11.17. This is the best indicator for neutralizing the processes of oxidation and the effects of sulfur. Laboratory analyzes have shown that Molygen New Generation oil contains 91 mg of molybdenum per 1 kg of oil. Therefore, it can be argued that such oils have excellent detergent and anti-friction properties, improve the anti-corrosion resistance of the engine. Such lubricants can be used in vehicles with a catalyst. However such oils are not recommended if the engine has problems with, and filter elements are installed in the exhaust system. In this case, from the first group (in particular, TOP TEC).

However, the easiest method for selecting Liqui Moly oil is use the official website of the company where there is a corresponding page. On it you need to select the category of the car (car, van, truck), indicate the make and model of the car, the year of production, the engine used, and so on. After all the clarifying procedures, a list of Liquid Moli oils that can be used in this machine will appear on the screen. And among the options presented, you need to choose yourself. considering viscosity, oil base, engine condition and so on.

Screenshot of the Liquid Moli oil selection page from the official website

How to distinguish an original from a fake

Due to the wide popularity of lubricants from the Liquid Moli company, unscrupulous organizations are engaged in the manufacture of counterfeit products, which, although outwardly similar to the original, are significantly inferior to it in terms of performance (often this is the cheapest domestic one, which is not enough in the original reused canisters). Consider how you can distinguish the original Liqui Moly oils.

The first thing you should pay attention to is the cleaning of the canister, the integrity of the label and lid for minor defects and dents.

There is a widespread myth on the Internet that supposedly Liquid Moli oil, which is sold in a soft canister, is a fake. Actually it is not! The fact is that Liqui Moly has contracts with three different suppliers of canisters, respectively, and packs its products in different containers, with different quality of both plastic and embossed production dates. For example, soft canisters are supplied by a manufacturer called Dienes. The company logo can be seen at the bottom of the canister. There are also canisters from the STP company and the company marked on the canister with the letter A. The last two will just be pressed through with a finger, and this despite the fact that the production date of the canister is of better quality than in Dines.

Another misconception about checking the originality of Liquid Moli oil is that a fake can be distinguished by a sticker on the back of the canister. In fact, Liqui Moly directly sticks various reverse stickers. Their first type is the performance characteristics of oils in two or three languages ​​(usually English and German are required, and the third depends on the specific country). On such canisters, there is usually another small sticker on top of the handle with a description, including in Russian. The second type of stickers are the so-called books. If you open it, the description will be in several languages. Moreover, it is interesting that the design of the stickers may differ from batch to batch. The main thing here is to look at the fact that her print is of high quality (without blurring and color distortion).

Different handle lengths on old and new canisters

The length of the vertical handles on large (4-5 liter) canisters can also be different. So if you have already come across with a modified design, then you should not think that this is a fake. An update to the size of the canister handle took place in mid-2017. new Liqui Moly oil packs have slightly shorter handles than they used to. This made it possible to reduce the depth of the canister itself. In addition, stiffening ribs are reinforced on the new canisters.

The most important difference between the original and the fake (if it is not a reused container) is hidden on their lids. The inscriptions are made with a toner that glows under ultraviolet light. Having an appropriate flashlight is easy to verify authenticity.

But such features are powerless in front of those companies that sell counterfeit, and contrive to give you a fake instead of the original German product. Since often they do not try to fake empty containers at all. Most often, Liquid Moli oil is packaged in branded canisters, which were carefully opened at service stations with which deals have a certain agreement.

Therefore, the first thing you should pay attention to is the condition of the canister. If the store has a “shabby” look, then this should raise doubts about the originality of the proposed oil. The second is the quality of labels sticking to its walls. Make sure that the small sticker located in the upper left corner on the front of the canister is in place. Check the integrity of the cover! "Counterfeit specialists" in order to open the canister without damage break the lid inside. After that, traces of mechanical damage remain on the lower rim (from the impact of a screwdriver or similar tool).

On some counterfeit oil canisters, the lid unscrews with minimal mechanical effort. After it is unscrewed, you can see that all the antennae are broken out from the inside. On the original packaging, it takes a lot of effort to open the canister lid. Such Liqui Moly's trick was deliberately done so that when opened, the canister is damaged as much as possible, and accordingly, the original container cannot be reused.

Sample Liqui Moly Official Certificate

How to protect yourself from buying a fake? The first and basic rule is that you can buy guaranteed original Liqui Moly oil at official retail outlets. On the official website of the company there is a list of official representative offices in all countries of the world. In addition, such centers have official partners who sell not only Liquid Moli products, but also other brands. However, official partners must have a certificate from Liqui Moly with the obligatory seal and signature of a representative (that is, a specific outlet purchases products from official representatives).

Feel free to ask sellers about it. If there are no such documents, it is better to refrain from buying! Refrain if you are offered oil at a price significantly below the market price. Very often, it is the cost that bribes.

Conclusion

The Liquid Moli motor oil catalog has a wide range to meet the needs of owners of passenger cars and commercial vehicles (vans, minibuses). The selection of the line and type is carried out according to the standard algorithm - taking into account the viscosity, standards and tolerances of automakers. As for fakes, using simple verification techniques, you will minimize the risk of buying counterfeit goods. In addition, always buy oil in trusted and reliable (“reputable”) stores.

In the article we will discuss an interesting topic: engine oil additives. I will try to explain to you all the subtleties of the operation of these drugs. This article was created in collaboration with Liquid Moli. If you want to keep abreast of the latest automotive chemistry news, then read this article to the end. Once you do that, you can proudly say, "Now I know all about oil additives."

The set of oil additives is divided into three groups.

1. Anti-friction protective additives

2. Additives to solve operational problems.

3. Additives for trucks.

Anti-friction and protective agents

Liquid Moli started out with anti-friction additives that are still on the market today. One of the founders of the company, Hans Henle, bought a patent for the production of this liquid. The history of the company began.

The main task is to protect the engine, make the engine work easier. As a bonus, here you can get protection against breaking the oil film. In this case, the addition will be superfluous. Due to the fact that we get a lighter stroke of the engine, we also achieve less energy. Fuel consumption optimization may appear - it will decrease.

Molygen Motor Protect or Ceratec

There are three drugs in this line. Opens a list of these products. Long-term anti-friction additive for engine protection. The additive has been in service for about 3-4 years. Purpose of means — use in new cars with diesel and gasoline engines. The product is designed for use in low-viscosity, easy-to-pump oils. Plus in this case - a low ash content, that is, it can be used on diesel engines with a particulate filter.

The Germans use tungsten compounds as the basis here. On this basis, all drivers put this additive on a par with the Moligen line of oils. In fact, there are differences, at least because the oils of this line are not used in diesel engines. If you transfer to the Liquid Moth stand, then take any Top Tek, add Motor Protect there, and you will get something like .

Has a long-term effect. The Germans ask to change every 50,000 km. Everyone knows what conditions are in Russia: eternal traffic jams and large temperature fluctuations, so you will have to change it long before a run of 50,000 km. Approximately changes every three replacements. Best of all, the additive shows itself on low-viscosity grades.

The second product is .
Here, two components are already used as protection: molybdenum and boron nitrite (microceramics). Molybdenum creates a heat-resistant, long-erased protective layer on friction pairs. Boron nitrite will additionally form a more slippery surface. This product is similar to the previous one. According to the recommendation of the use of additives - full-viscosity oils.

Product number three is .

It was with this drug that the history of the company began. But the modern drug is very different from its ancestor. Now the composition of this product has been adapted to completely different conditions. Now everyone needs the product and is not going to disappear anywhere. This drug does not have a long-term protection effect - it will work from replacement to replacement. However, the drug is available.

The task of this additive is to eliminate roughness on the surface of the contacting parts.

Troubleshooting with additives is real

Additives to solve operational problems.
Means aimed at eliminating any problem: here and now. These funds will help in the event that you do not have the opportunity to immediately go to the service. What problems can these products solve?

As a rule, these are used cars.
- engine oil leaks through seals and seals.

Our seals are not permanent and will need to be replaced periodically. However, situations are different: constant contact with hot oil, cooling of parts, increased pressure - all this first leads to small oil leaks and increased fuel consumption. In this case, we will be helped by a stop-leak of engine oil.

- emergency pressure drop,

- increased wear of the piston group, which will lead to undesirable consequences. This is where a viscosity stabilizer comes in handy.

— Noise of hydraulic lifters. For this problem, a drug called: "stop noise" is suitable.

Engine pressure drops what to do

The situation occurs infrequently, especially on cars with low mileage. This product will find application during the holidays, when everyone leaves en masse in cars. You are eating and the oil system is losing pressure in the system. Often the settlements between which you eat are far from each other. And the pressure becomes so low that it is dangerous for the engine to go further. And in this case, it will help us. The product restores the working viscosity of engine oil, and only at high temperatures. The drug does not affect the start-up of engine oil through the system - therefore, low-temperature viscosity remains intact. Some manage to use this drug as a preventive measure: pour it into new oil and operate until the next replacement. Accordingly, it increases the working viscosity, allows you to protect the engine from wear for a short time. Performance is not fully restored.

Additive in the engine CeraTec oil from Liqui Moly reviews users about their properties more than once received very good. Should they believe, what principle underlies the work of the additive, what it affects, and how often it should be used - that's what will be told in the material.

Properties of CeraTec Liqui Moly

According to the manufacturer, this additive has the following set of properties:

• Forms a homogeneous mixture with oils, both Liquid Moli and other manufacturers;
• Reduces friction;
• It freely penetrates through filtration systems and does not settle;
• Allows you to save fuel;
• Increases the life of the engine;
• Reduces the likelihood of damage to the motor in any extreme cases;
• Leaves a stable share of sulfur and phosphorus in the original product;

Application of CeraTec Liqui Moly

KeraTek is added to fresh oil, 300 grams of additive is required for five liters of lubricant. It has a long-term declared effect, several times longer than the period of regular replacement of engine oil.

Manufacturer's technical data for the additive

• Basis: boron nitride + active substances, base oil;
• Colour: yellowish white
• Ceramic particle size: most< 0,5 µm
• Thermal stability of particles: up to +1200°C
• Density at +20°C: 0.89 – 0.90 g/cm³ DIN 51757
• Viscosity at +20 °C: ~300 mPa*s DIN 51398
• Flash point: 200 °C DIN ISO 2592
• Yield strength: -20 °C DIN ISO 3016

Independent examination and reviews of Liqui Moly CeraTec

To understand how true the manufacturer's statements are, you should understand the composition and properties of the KeraTek additive. Liquid Moli is not the kind of manufacturer that can release a frankly useless product, so CeraTec should be taken with due seriousness.

Hexagonal boron nitride - the main active ingredient of KeraTek, is a controversial product in motor oil, it is called "white graphite" or micro- or even nano-ceramics. In its structure, it resembles the same graphite, which means that in a car engine it should work on the principle of graphite lubrication, reducing friction and, accordingly, wear of engine parts. Theoretically, boron nitride is able to create such conditions under which the friction of metal parts will not be accompanied by wear at all. The only condition for the quality work of this substance in the engine is the degree of its grinding, otherwise those hard particles of ceramics that worked like small bearings between friction pairs will turn into a kind of emery. The manufacturer states that the size of most of the ceramic particles in Liqui Moly CeraTec additive is< 0,5 µm, что составляет половину микрометра. Величина достаточно небольшая, чтобы приставка нано- себя оправдала.

An independent examination of the KeraTek additive from Liquid Moli itself was not carried out, since the result would not be too clear to users, but the experts tested motor oils several times, with the additive already added. An expert review of Liquid Moli Keratek was as follows: there will be no harm from its use, in addition to boron nitride, molybdenum is most likely present in the additive, Keratek did not increase the content of sulfur and ash, but left it exactly the same as in oil without it.

Feedback on CeraTec from users is very good, when used, engine noise is reduced, fuel consumption is reduced. More than 80% of the number of users would recommend Liquid Moli KeraTek. Negative reviews of KeraTek mentioned a possible decrease in the properties of the additive after several thousand kilometers.

Should I use CeraTec Liqui Moly?

Judging by the reviews of CeraTec Liqui Moly from motor oil experts, there will be nothing wrong with using the additive, so if you wish, then of course you can use this product. Another thing is that in the new engine everything works well without additional additives, and in the old one problems come out that cannot be fixed by any additives.

Today, the fuel used contains an insufficient amount of cleaning agents, which negatively affects the operation of the engine in urban mode. In addition, the design of modern power units continues to be modified, so there are new requirements for fuel quality.

It is not uncommon for motorists to think about purchasing special fuel additives only at the time of a power unit breakdown. It is not right. They must be applied on an ongoing basis in order to initially eliminate the malfunction of the car's internal combustion engine.

The German company Liqui Moly has developed a whole range of additives for gasoline and diesel fuel, including active cleaning compounds. They allow you to qualitatively clean any contaminated system and they can be used as measures to prevent unwanted processes.

The additive line includes:

• compositions that clean the fuel mass;
• modifiers that perform a protective function;
• special-purpose complexes, for example, diesel anti-gels.

The use of fuel additives, why is it required?

The use of low-quality fuel by a car engine very often becomes a determining factor in a breakdown. This is caused by soot clogging the nozzles and valves of the power device. A similar phenomenon does not allow the motor to function normally. To avoid the appearance of soot and soot in the internal combustion chamber and on the working elements of the engine, special fuel additives are used.

The problem of the car engine is indicated by the presence of many determining factors:

• the motor is difficult to crank;
• violation of dynamic characteristics in the operation of the power unit;
• power reduction;
• increased fuel consumption;
• lack of compression;
• high toxicity.

The use of additives is due to factors in the production of gasoline. The composition of the fuel contains a high content of resinous compounds. Even in high quality gasoline, a significant tar content is found, over 10 milligrams per liter of fuel. This phenomenon is explained by the fact that low-quality raw materials are used in the production of fuel, excluding the necessary stages of oil product processing.

Why use it in a diesel?

As you know, the content of resins in diesel fuel is higher than in gasoline. Resinous compounds tend to be deposited in the channels of the fuel system. When substances enter the combustion chamber, unwanted soot is formed. It is impossible to completely get rid of it, but reducing its appearance is necessary for the normal operation of the motor.

Additives perform the following functions:

• protect the internal combustion engine from early wear;
• prevent rusting of metal surfaces;
• neutralize excess moisture;
• increase the flammability of diesel fuel;
• reduce fuel consumption;
• have a stabilizing effect on the viscosity of the technical solution;
• as a result, increase the life of the engine.

It also reduces the toxicity of exhaust gases.

How to choose the right composition, basic provisions

The German manufacturer of various additives Liquid Moli is considered a major player in the fuel and lubricants market. The entire manufactured range of technical fluids is divided into several groups, each of which performs certain functions. Among the most famous options are:

Oil additive. Reduce early wear of working engine parts.

Visco Stabil. Increase the stability of the viscosity of the oil product.

Oil-Schlamm-Spulung. Washing solutions for the motor.

Oil-Verlust-Stop. The main functional feature of such mixtures is to stop oil leakage.

oil-treatment. Multifunctional.

Engine Flush. Express flush designed to quickly remove the relevant contaminants.

When using technical compositions, it is necessary to follow the instructions for use in order to avoid misunderstandings.

To understand the functional feature of Liquid Moli additives, one should analyze the question of their purpose.

Oil additive

The composition includes the chemical compound molybdenum disulfide. This anti-friction additive has been specially developed for used and older power units that are not equipped with complex components, such as those without a turbocharger. Oil Additive has stood the test of time and is well known to drivers.

Visco Stabil

Technical formulations that stabilize viscosity are ideal for used cars that previously ran on a cheap type of lubricant. Visco Stabil helps to regenerate the viscosity of the oil, thereby protecting the working surfaces at the time of heavy loads. The Liqui Moly viscous stabilizer is able to maintain a decrease in the density of the engine fluid during frequent cold starts of the engine and reduce the noise properties of hydraulic lifters, but at the same time increase compression.

Oil-Verlust-Stop

The technical solution stops the leakage of lubricant in the system. The function of the stop-leak mixture restores the plasticity of the rubber bases. In addition, thanks to its use, there is a decrease in engine oil consumption for waste. This is due to the high thermal stability of the composition. The occurrence of gray smoke is reduced, compression is restored.

Hydro Stossel Additive

The additive package reduces the knock of hydraulic lifters resulting from insufficient lubrication. The active formula allows you to clean the oil channels, thereby creating conditions for the normal functioning of the mechanisms of the propulsion system. Can be used in all types of engines, including turbocharging and exhaust gas aftertreatment. The composition is combined with all motor oils.

The technical composition is added both to the new oil and to the already used one. After adding the additive, it is necessary to warm up the car engine to the optimum operating position. One can of 300 ml is enough for 6 liters of engine oil.

Liqui Moly CeraTec

The CeraTec complex developed by the Liquid Moli concern is a set of anti-friction additives based on molybdenum compounds and ceramic microparticles. Such chemical bonds reduce the contact between the working surfaces of engine parts. Liquid Moli Keratek helps to strengthen working metal surfaces, protecting the motor from harsh working conditions.

It is compatible with any type of engine running on gasoline or diesel fuel. The action of the additive is preserved from a single use over 50 thousand kilometers.

The CeraTec additive has a number of useful parameters:

• compatible with any type of automotive oil;
• reduces contact between metal surfaces due to ceramic trace elements;
• the microparticles of ceramics included in the additive do not settle on the filters;
• has thermal stability;
• reduces fuel consumption;
• increases the service life of the internal combustion engine;
• improves its overall performance.

It must be understood that timely maintenance of a vehicle is considered a backlog of its durable operation. By using Liquid Moli additives, you can achieve good engine performance on an ongoing basis, increasing the performance and life of the car as a whole. But we should not forget that the selection of additives should be carried out in accordance with the case for which it is required.