Can a car engine be left idling for days?
Can a car engine be left idling for days? In many repair shops or reconditioning companies, a damaging approach to engine running-in is used. Following installation, the engine is left idling for several hours or often even days. There is often a misconception that this running-in method is particularly gentle, as the engine is not stressed, which helps to prevent damage. What causes a car to start but not idle? Engine mechanical issues of many types. Also a lock up converter on an automatic transmission, a clutch disc rusted/stuck to flywheel or clutch pressure plate. If that is start but...