Engine Flush

[paddy6789]

Howdy! Before I started modifying my Cupra, I took it to Seat for its first service and oil change and they said for me to always have an engine flush with an oil change.

Not sure if this was them just trying to make a bit more money, but now I've started modifying it, and it's due another oil change, it's in the back of my mind whether to get it done or not.

What do others do in regards to flush or not to flush?

I'm going to change the oil myself - Is it something I can do when changing the oil? Or is it just a pointless/hard task to do without a ramp?

Also - how does one flush an engine??


Seat Leon Cupra 290 DSG Black Edition (Alor Blue)
Performance: Racingline OEM+ Stage One Mapping | Racingline R600 Intake | Racingline Turbo Inlet Pipe | Racingline Turbo Elbow | Racingline Muffler Delete | OEM NGK Audi RS7 Spark Plugs | 034 Motorsport Dogbone Mount | GFB DV+
Interior: Koonlung K1S Dash Cam with BlackVue Power Magic Pro
Exterior: TRC Front Splitter | Foliatec Exhaust Paint Gloss Black

 

[G.P]

Howdy! Before I started modifying my Cupra, I took it to Seat for its first service and oil change and they said for me to always have an engine flush with an oil change.

Not sure if this was them just trying to make a bit more money, but now I've started modifying it, and it's due another oil change, it's in the back of my mind whether to get it done or not.

What do others do in regards to flush or not to flush?

I'm going to change the oil myself - Is it something I can do when changing the oil? Or is it just a pointless/hard task to do without a ramp?

Also - how does one flush an engine??


Seat Leon Cupra 290 DSG Black Edition (Alor Blue)
Performance: Racingline OEM+ Stage One Mapping | Racingline R600 Intake | Racingline Turbo Inlet Pipe | Racingline Turbo Elbow | Racingline Muffler Delete | OEM NGK Audi RS7 Spark Plugs | 034 Motorsport Dogbone Mount | GFB DV+
Interior: Koonlung K1S Dash Cam with BlackVue Power Magic Pro
Exterior: TRC Front Splitter | Foliatec Exhaust Paint Gloss Black

For me it's a pointless process that can cause more damage.

If oil is changed regularly then there is just no need for a flush.

The flush is added to the oil before its drained, engine run (for however long recommended, may need to be added at running temp.) and then drained. Question here is how many oil changes and filters is required to fully removed a none lubrication chemical from the engines internals.

If an older engine, thats not had many oil services, a flush could loosen but not remove build up, of which could then come loose into fresh oil, of which hopefully finds its way into the filter and stays there..

 

[Pinky]

Agree with G.P.

Flush out what ? If it were an old car maybe.

 

[Big Col]

the only thing they are flushing is more money out your wallet. Total con IMO

They add a pint of snake oil to your oil, let it idle for 5 mins and then drain it all out.

 

[kiddo]

I agree. Waste of money on a new car with low miles. Which dealer was this?

 

[paddy6789]

I agree. Waste of money on a new car with low miles. Which dealer was this?

Seat in Preston - won't be using them now the car is modified. Had it just over a year and it wants its second oil change! Has done 22k miles though.


Seat Leon Cupra 290 DSG Black Edition (Alor Blue)
Performance: Racingline OEM+ Stage One Mapping | Racingline R600 Intake | Racingline Turbo Inlet Pipe | Racingline Turbo Elbow | Racingline Muffler Delete | OEM NGK Audi RS7 Spark Plugs | 034 Motorsport Dogbone Mount | GFB DV+
Interior: Koonlung K1S Dash Cam with BlackVue Power Magic Pro
Exterior: TRC Front Splitter | Foliatec Exhaust Paint Gloss Black

 

[kiddo]

I live closest to Preston seat but don't take my car to them for servicing after I had a poor experience when looking to buy. I travel over to Blackpool seat for servicing. A little further afield but can't fault the staff and service.