Performance Additives - Automotive Lubricants

 
Additive Type Pour Point Depressant
Purpose Enable lubricant to flow at low temperatures
   
Additive Type Viscosity Modifier
Purpose Reduce the rate of viscosity change with temperature
   
Additive Type Antifoamant
Purpose Prevent lubricant from forming a persistent foam
   
Additive Type Antioxidant
Purpose Retard oxidative decomposition
   
Additive Type Antiwear and EP Agent
Purpose Reduce friction and wear and prevent scoring and seizure
   
Additive Type Corrision and Rust Inhibitor
Purpose Prevent corrosion and rusting of metal parts in contact with the lubricant
   
Additive Type Detergent
Purpose Keep surfaces free of deposits
   
Additive Type Dispersant
Purpose Keep insoluble contaiminants dispersed in the lubricant
   
Additive Type Friction Modifier
Purpose Alter coefficient of friction