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Before going into detail, it's important to note that "milky oil" typically indicates the presence of coolant in the oil, which usually points to a serious problem such as a blown head gasket, a cracked head or block, or a failing intake manifold gasket. It is recommended to take your car to a mechanic for an assessment if you see milky oil. However, if you still want to proceed by yourself, here's a general procedure to flush milky oil from an engine:
Materials needed:
- A suitable oil drain pan
- New oil filter
- The correct amount and type of engine oil for your vehicle
- Engine oil flush additive (optional)
- Basic hand tools: socket set, wrenches, filter wrench, etc.
- Funnel
- Shop rags
- Rubber gloves
- Safety glasses
Method:
1. Start by placing the oil drain pan under the oil drain plug.
2. Loosen the oil drain plug using a wrench or socket and allow the milky oil to drain into the pan. Be sure to wear rubber gloves and safety glasses to protect your hands and eyes from hot oil.
3. Once all the oil is drained, replace the plug and move the drain pan under the oil filter.
4. Next, remove the oil filter. This could require a filter wrench if it's too tight to unscrew by hand. Be careful here as well: the filter will have oil in it that can spill.
5. Before installing the new filter, apply a small amount of fresh oil to the gasket on the top of the filter. This helps it seal better and makes it easier to remove at the next oil change. Then screw the new filter onto its mount on the engine.
6. Now you will fill the engine with fresh oil. Your vehicle's owner's manual will specify how much oil the engine requires. Use a funnel to avoid spills and pour the oil into the engine via the oil filler cap on the top of the engine.
7. Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes. This allows the new oil to circulate through the engine and pick up any remaining contaminants.
8. Turn off the engine and let it sit for a couple of minutes, then check the oil level with the dipstick. If it's not at the "full" mark, add more oil a little at a time until it is.
Optional: Using engine flush products.
There are products available that are designed to flush out an engine. These can help remove more of the milky oil and other contaminants, but they are not without risk. Some older engines with lots of miles and plenty of wear may not respond well to an engine flush, with the potential for the flush to cause more problems than it solves.
If you decide to use an engine flush product, follow the instructions on the can. This generally involves adding the product to the old oil, running the engine for a specified amount of time, then proceeding with the oil change as described above.
Dispose of the old oil responsibly by taking it to a proper recycling facility or service station.
Bear in mind that flushing the engine will not fix the problem that caused the oil to become milky in the first place. That will likely require more extensive repairs. This is where an experienced mechanic can really help.