After discovering coolant is leaking into the engine oil, Technician A says the leak will rapidly accelerate cylinder wall wear. Technician B says the coolant leak is likely casue more damage to engine bearings first. Who is correct?
A)Technician A
B)Technician B
C)Both A and B
D)Neither A nor B

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Coolant leaking into the engine oil will cause the oil to become contaminated and lose its lubricating properties. This will lead to increased wear on the engine bearings, which are responsible for supporting the crankshaft. The cylinder walls are also lubricated by the oil, but they are not as susceptible to wear as the bearings.

After Discovering Coolant Is Leaking into the Engine Oil, Technician