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  • Metal shaving in oil: Symptoms and what causes it

    Metal shaving in oil: Symptoms and what causes it

    It is common to detect a tiny amount of metal shaving in oil, particles, chippings, or flakes in motor oil due to wear and tear, especially if your car (or the engine) is brand new. However, until a significant number have accumulated to a magnetized object, like the drain stop, these shouldn’t be apparent to…