Combustion Chamber Decarbonization + Engine Lubrication System Flushing + Piston Ring Deep Cleaning

Not Just for Oil-Burning Problems — Advanced Preventive Maintenance Before Problems Become More Serious

Is your Continental car consuming engine oil faster than usual? Has an inspection revealed severe carbon buildup, thick engine sludge, or minor scratches on the cylinder walls?

Many car owners assume that excessive engine oil consumption automatically means an expensive engine overhaul.

However, some oil consumption problems may be related to carbon deposits restricting piston ring movement rather than severe mechanical damage.

CYC’s Non-Dismantling Oil Burning Treatment Package serves two important purposes:

Advanced Preventive Maintenance — Helping address severe carbon deposits, stubborn sludge, and piston ring contamination before they contribute to further problems.

Targeted Oil Burning Treatment — Helping improve oil control in suitable engines where excessive oil consumption is associated with carbon-stuck piston rings.

By combining professional mechanized cleaning equipment, specialized cleaning products, Piston Ring Flush, and precision filtration, CYC provides comprehensive cleaning for the combustion chamber, engine lubrication system, and piston ring area.

Already consuming excessive engine oil? Identify the cause and consider appropriate treatment.

Not burning oil yet? Address significant deposits through preventive maintenance.

CYC — Caring For Your Car.

01 | What Is Engine Oil Burning?

Why does an engine consume oil?

Engine oil lubricates moving metal components, helping reduce friction, wear, and excessive heat.

Inside the engine, pistons move up and down within the cylinders. Each piston has piston rings that help seal the combustion chamber and regulate the amount of oil remaining on the cylinder wall.

One particularly important component is the Oil Control Ring.

Its job is to remove excess oil from the cylinder wall while leaving a thin lubricating film.

When excess oil is not properly controlled, some of it may enter the combustion chamber and burn together with the air-fuel mixture.

This is commonly known as engine oil burning or excessive engine oil consumption.

Common symptoms

• Engine oil level drops faster than usual.

• Frequent engine oil top-ups are required.

• Oil level becomes low before the next scheduled service.

• Blue exhaust smoke may appear.

• Spark plugs may become contaminated with engine oil.

• Carbon deposits may increase inside the combustion chamber.

• Severe cases may affect engine operation.

However, a decreasing engine oil level does not always mean the engine is burning oil. External oil leaks must also be considered.

What causes excessive engine oil consumption?

1. Carbon-Stuck Piston Rings

Carbon deposits accumulate around the piston rings and ring grooves, potentially restricting ring movement and affecting oil control.

2. Worn Piston Rings or Cylinder Walls

Mechanical wear may affect sealing and oil control.

3. Worn Valve Stem Seals

Engine oil may enter the combustion chamber through the valve stem area.

4. PCV System Problems

A faulty Positive Crankcase Ventilation system may allow excessive oil to enter the intake system.

5. Turbocharger-Related Problems

In some turbocharged engines, turbocharger faults may allow engine oil to enter the intake or exhaust system.

Not every oil-burning engine requires an immediate overhaul, but not every oil-burning problem can be solved through cleaning.

At CYC, we assess the vehicle’s condition before recommending a suitable maintenance or treatment procedure.

02 | What Is Non-Dismantling Oil Burning Treatment?

Comprehensive engine cleaning without a complete engine overhaul

When a Continental vehicle begins consuming excessive engine oil, many owners worry about having to dismantle the engine.

However, some cases may be associated with carbon deposits restricting normal piston ring movement.

For suitable engines, CYC uses professional cleaning equipment and specialized treatment products to address carbon deposits, engine sludge, and related contaminants without completely dismantling the engine’s major internal mechanical components.

Three main cleaning areas

1. Combustion Chamber

Helps remove carbon deposits from the combustion chamber and piston crown.

2. Engine Lubrication System

Uses mechanized oil circulation and precision filtration to help reduce sludge and contaminants.

3. Piston Rings & Ring Grooves

Uses Piston Ring Flush together with machine-assisted circulation cleaning to help soften and clean accessible deposits around the piston rings and ring grooves.

This process also provides additional treatment for thick, sticky engine sludge.

The service is completed by draining residual used oil and replacing the engine oil and oil filter.

More than cleaning one component — CYC provides comprehensive cleaning and maintenance for three important areas of the engine.

03 | Why Do Piston Rings Affect Engine Oil Consumption?

Piston rings help control the oil inside your engine

Piston rings perform several important functions:

• Help seal the combustion chamber.

• Help regulate engine oil.

• Help transfer heat from the piston to the cylinder wall.

The Oil Control Ring removes excess engine oil from the cylinder wall during piston movement.

Under normal conditions, a thin lubricating oil film remains between the piston and cylinder wall.

What happens when piston rings become stuck with carbon?

Over time, carbon deposits and contaminants may accumulate around the piston rings and inside the ring grooves.

As deposits increase, normal ring movement may become restricted.

When the Oil Control Ring cannot function properly, excess oil may remain on the cylinder wall and enter the combustion chamber.

This can contribute to increased engine oil consumption.

How does Piston Ring Flush help?

CYC uses professional Piston Ring Flush, together with mechanized engine lubrication system circulation cleaning, to help soften and clean accessible deposits around the piston rings and ring grooves.

The treatment is intended to:

• Help reduce carbon deposits around piston rings.

• Help improve ring movement affected by carbon buildup.

• Support proper oil control where deposits are a contributing factor.

• Provide additional cleaning for thick, sticky engine sludge.

• Support a cleaner lubrication environment after fresh engine oil replacement.

When excessive oil consumption is mainly associated with carbon-stuck piston rings, appropriate cleaning may help improve oil control and reduce oil consumption.

Piston Ring Flush cannot repair severely worn piston rings or damaged cylinder walls.

04 | Can This Package Be Used Before an Engine Starts Burning Oil?

Advanced Preventive Maintenance

Yes. Preventive deep cleaning is also an important purpose of this package.

At CYC, preventive maintenance means identifying and addressing suitable maintenance concerns before they become more serious.

This package is not exclusively intended for engines that are already burning oil.

It may also be considered for suitable vehicles where inspections reveal significant carbon deposits, sludge, or suspected piston ring contamination.

When should further inspection be considered?

1. Severe Combustion Chamber Carbon Buildup

Heavy carbon deposits are visible on the piston crown or inside the combustion chamber.

2. Excessive Engine Sludge

Thick sludge has accumulated inside the engine and may affect the lubrication system’s cleanliness.

3. Suspected Piston Ring Deposits

Deposits may be restricting normal piston ring movement.

4. Minor Cylinder Wall Scratches

Further assessment is required to determine the severity of wear and whether cleaning is suitable.

5. Preventive Piston Ring Deep Cleaning

Engines with confirmed deposit-related concerns may benefit from a more comprehensive cleaning assessment.

Why consider preventive deep cleaning?

Long-term accumulation of carbon and sludge may affect piston ring movement, oil control, and the lubrication environment.

Appropriate cleaning may help reduce the effects of these deposits.

Already burning oil? Focus on identifying and treating suitable deposit-related causes.

Not burning oil yet? Consider preventive cleaning when significant deposits are detected.

Preventive cleaning cannot guarantee that oil burning will never occur or repair existing mechanical wear.

05 | Why Is Combustion Chamber Decarbonization Important?

Combustion Chamber Decarbonization

The combustion chamber is where the air-fuel mixture burns to generate the energy that drives the piston.

Over time, carbon deposits may accumulate on the piston crown and inside the combustion chamber.

Excessive carbon buildup may affect combustion conditions and contribute to:

• Rough idling

• Sluggish throttle response

• Reduced engine performance

• Increased fuel consumption

How does CYC clean the combustion chamber?

CYC uses a professional Combustion Chamber Blaster, together with Carbon Deposit Treatment Fluid, to help soften and remove carbon deposits from the combustion chamber and piston crown.

Where accessible, actual before-and-after borescope images can be used to show visible cleaning results.

It’s not simply about making the piston crown look cleaner — it’s about helping reduce carbon deposits in the combustion area.

06 | Why Is Engine Lubrication System Flushing Necessary?

Engine Lubricant Oil Flushing

An engine can contain both carbon deposits and sludge

Combustion chamber carbon deposits and engine sludge are different types of contamination.

Carbon deposits commonly develop in the combustion area.

Engine sludge may accumulate in the lubrication system, oil pan, and other internal engine areas.

During combustion chamber and piston ring cleaning, some cleaning fluid and loosened contaminants may enter the crankcase and mix with the existing engine oil.

This is why CYC includes mechanized engine lubrication system flushing as part of the comprehensive package.

CYC Engine Lubricant Oil Flushing Machine

CYC’s professional flushing machine connects to the engine’s oil filter mounting location using a suitable adapter.

The engine’s own oil pump drives oil circulation through the connected cleaning and filtration system.

Together with specialized cleaning products and a 1μm Micron Filter, this process helps reduce sludge, deposits, and contaminants circulating in the lubrication system.

How is this different from a regular oil change?

A regular oil change mainly involves draining used engine oil and replacing it with fresh oil.

However, sludge and deposits attached to internal engine surfaces may not be fully removed through conventional oil draining alone.

CYC’s mechanized circulation cleaning and precision filtration provide an additional process for reducing contaminants within the lubrication system.

It’s not just about changing engine oil — it’s also about maintaining a cleaner lubrication system.

07 | How Can Piston Ring Flush Help With Thick Engine Sludge?

Piston Ring Flush + Machine Circulation Cleaning

More than piston ring cleaning — additional treatment for stubborn, sticky engine sludge

This is one of the key differences between CYC’s comprehensive treatment and conventional combustion chamber cleaning.

After the initial engine lubrication system flushing stage, CYC uses professional Piston Ring Flush together with the circulation cleaning machine for an additional deep-cleaning procedure.

Besides targeting deposits around the piston rings and ring grooves, this process is also used to help soften and clean thick, sticky sludge within suitable areas of the engine.

Why does CYC use a multi-stage cleaning process?

Not all engine deposits are equally easy to remove.

Ordinary sludge and long-standing, thick, sticky deposits may require different cleaning approaches.

Step 1 — Initial Lubrication System Flushing

Helps reduce existing sludge and contaminants.

Step 2 — Piston Ring Flush with Machine Circulation

Provides additional cleaning for accessible piston ring deposits and stubborn engine sludge.

Step 3 — Final Oil Drain and Replacement

Helps remove residual used oil and related contaminants before fresh oil is added.

The purpose is to improve the cleanliness of the engine’s internal lubrication environment.

Engines with heavily solidified sludge, abnormal oil pressure, or suspected oil passage blockage must be assessed before flushing, as mechanical cleaning or repair may be required.

08 | CYC Complete Treatment Procedure

Three Major Cleaning & Treatment Stages

Stage 1 | Combustion Chamber Decarbonization

Combustion Chamber Blaster + Carbon Deposit Treatment Fluid

CYC uses a professional Combustion Chamber Blaster and specialized carbon treatment fluid to help soften and remove deposits from the combustion chamber and piston crown.

Main Purpose: Reduce combustion chamber carbon deposits.

Stage 2 | Engine Lubrication System Flushing

Engine Lubricant Oil Flushing

A professional flushing machine is connected to the engine’s oil filter mounting location using a suitable adapter.

The engine’s original oil pump drives oil circulation through the cleaning and filtration system.

Specialized cleaning products and 1-micron precision filtration help reduce sludge and contaminants.

Main Purpose: Perform initial lubrication system cleaning before the next deep-cleaning stage.

Stage 3 | Piston Ring Deep Cleaning & Stubborn Sludge Treatment

Piston Ring Flush + Machine Circulation Cleaning + Oil Seal Activator

CYC uses Piston Ring Flush together with the engine lubrication system flushing machine.

This additional process helps soften and clean accessible deposits around the piston rings and ring grooves while providing further treatment for thick, sticky engine sludge.

An appropriate Oil Seal Activator is also used as part of the oil seal maintenance process.

Main Purpose: Provide additional cleaning for piston ring deposits and stubborn sludge as part of advanced preventive maintenance or targeted treatment.

Oil seal maintenance products cannot repair torn, severely damaged, or mechanically failed oil seals.

Final Stage | Residual Oil Drain & Fresh Engine Oil Replacement

Final Oil Drain & Engine Oil Replacement

After completing the cleaning procedures, residual used engine oil and related contaminants are drained.

For vehicles equipped with a steel oil pan, CYC’s service procedure requires oil pan removal and internal cleaning.

The process is completed by replacing the engine oil and oil filter with new products that meet the vehicle’s requirements.

Complete CYC Treatment Sequence

Combustion Chamber Decarbonization → Engine Lubrication System Flushing → Piston Ring Flush with Machine Circulation → Oil Seal Maintenance → Final Oil Drain → Fresh Engine Oil & Oil Filter Replacement

Not just about reducing oil consumption — it’s a comprehensive approach to severe carbon deposits, stubborn sludge, and piston ring maintenance.

09 | Why Does a Steel Oil Pan Require Removal and Cleaning?

Steel Oil Pan Removal & Cleaning

The engine oil pan is located at the bottom of the engine and collects the oil returning from the lubrication system.

Over time, sludge and contaminants may accumulate at the bottom of the oil pan.

In engines with heavy sludge buildup, conventional oil draining may not sufficiently remove thick deposits attached to the internal surfaces.

CYC Oil Pan Cleaning Standard

Steel Oil Pan

Under CYC’s service procedure, a steel oil pan must be removed and internally cleaned to address sludge and contaminants accumulated at the bottom.

Non-Steel Oil Pan

Under CYC’s current package procedure, additional oil pan removal is generally not required.

The actual oil pan material, design, and service requirements will be confirmed during vehicle inspection.

Possible Additional Charges

Actual charges depend on the vehicle model, engine oil capacity, and removal complexity. Any additional work will be explained and quoted before proceeding.

10 | CYC Non-Dismantling Oil Burning Treatment Package Price

Continental Vehicles

OPTION 01 | PETRONAS Syntium

RM1,988

5W-30 / 5W-40

OPTION 02 | MUXX D600

RM2,155

5W-30 / 5W-40

Main Services Included

• Combustion Chamber Decarbonization

• Engine Lubrication System Flushing

• Piston Ring Flush & Ring Groove Deep Cleaning

• Additional Cleaning for Stubborn Engine Sludge

• Oil Seal Activator Maintenance

• 1-Micron Precision Filtration

• Residual Used Oil Removal

• Fresh Engine Oil & Oil Filter Replacement

• Professional Labour Service

Package Price Conditions

The above prices apply to eligible Continental vehicles under the standard package conditions. They are not fixed prices for every Continental vehicle.

Additional quotations may be required for:

• 6-cylinder engines

• V6 / V8 engines

• Special engine designs

• Vehicles requiring additional engine oil

• Vehicles requiring special adapters or additional dismantling work

• Vehicles requiring steel oil pan removal and cleaning

Engine oil viscosity and specifications must meet the vehicle manufacturer’s requirements.

11 | What Does the Package Include?

Package Includes

Extra engine oil, steel oil pan removal and cleaning, and additional work required for special engine designs are not included in the standard package price. Actual product application and service procedures depend on vehicle compatibility and the confirmed package.

12 | Before & After Results — See the Difference

Before & After Comparison · Transparent Service Records

We don’t just explain the cleaning process — we help you see the actual results

At CYC, transparency and service documentation are important parts of our maintenance approach.

Where applicable, we provide actual before-and-after photos to help customers understand the condition of carbon deposits, sludge, and contaminants before cleaning and the visible changes after treatment.

Examples include:

• Combustion chamber and piston crown before-and-after images

• Engine lubrication system cleaning records

• Oil pan cleaning comparisons for applicable vehicles

• Other accessible areas where cleaning results can be documented

If additional repairs or component replacements are carried out, relevant service records may also be provided.

Inspection · Clear Explanation · Transparent Quotation · Service Documentation

See the condition. Understand the process. Make an informed decision.

Images depend on the actual services performed and the areas accessible for inspection. Visible cleaning results do not mean that mechanical wear has been repaired.

13 | When Should This Maintenance Be Considered?

Recommended Inspection & Maintenance Interval

Non-Dismantling Oil Burning Treatment

Recommended inspection every 50,000 KM, with treatment based on actual engine condition.

Vehicles with severe carbon deposits, excessive sludge, or suspected piston ring deposits may benefit from further assessment for advanced cleaning.

If the vehicle already has excessive oil consumption, the cause should be investigated before selecting the treatment.

Combustion Chamber Decarbonization + Engine Lubrication System Flushing

Recommended inspection every 50,000 KM, with maintenance performed as required.

Engine Lubrication System Flushing

CYC recommends assessment every 10,000 KM or during scheduled engine oil servicing.

For suitable engines in normal operating condition, lubrication system cleaning may be considered as part of a preventive maintenance plan.

Not every engine oil change requires a complete Non-Dismantling Oil Burning Treatment.

However, if an inspection reveals severe carbon buildup, sludge, or suspected piston ring deposits, advanced cleaning may be worth considering.

These are CYC preventive maintenance recommendations and are not universal manufacturer-specified service intervals.

14 | Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What exactly is Non-Dismantling Oil Burning Treatment?

Simply put, it is a comprehensive engine cleaning and maintenance process that addresses combustion chamber carbon deposits, piston ring deposits, and engine sludge without completely dismantling the engine.

The goal is to reduce deposits, help improve piston ring movement affected by carbon buildup, and potentially improve excessive oil consumption in suitable engines.

Q2: My Continental car is already burning engine oil. Can this treatment help reduce it?

If excessive oil consumption is mainly caused by carbon-stuck piston rings, appropriate cleaning may help improve oil control and reduce oil consumption.

However, if the main cause is severe piston ring wear, cylinder wall damage, or another mechanical fault, the affected components may require repair.

CYC recommends checking the cause before choosing a treatment.

Q3: My car is not burning oil. Why should I consider this package?

This package is not only intended for engines with existing oil-burning symptoms.

It can also serve as advanced preventive maintenance for suitable engines with significant carbon buildup, sludge, or suspected piston ring deposits.

You don’t have to wait until your engine starts consuming excessive oil before paying attention to piston ring and lubrication system maintenance.

Q4: Can this treatment be performed if cylinder wall scratches are found?

It depends on the severity of the scratches and the overall engine condition.

If carbon deposits or piston ring contamination are also present, CYC can assess whether cleaning is appropriate.

However, cleaning cannot repair existing cylinder wall scratches or replace mechanical repairs required for severe wear.

Q5: How is Piston Ring Flush different from regular carbon cleaning?

Regular combustion chamber decarbonization mainly focuses on the combustion chamber and piston crown.

Piston Ring Flush provides additional treatment for deposits around the piston rings and ring grooves.

When combined with mechanized oil circulation cleaning, it can also help soften and clean thick, sticky engine sludge.

It’s not just about cleaning the combustion chamber — it’s also about maintaining the piston ring area and lubrication system.

Q6: Does non-dismantling mean absolutely no parts need to be removed?

No.

Non-dismantling means the engine does not need to be completely taken apart as it would during a traditional engine overhaul.

Depending on the vehicle, spark plugs, related accessories, or other necessary components may still need to be removed.

For vehicles with a steel oil pan, CYC’s procedure also requires oil pan removal and internal cleaning.

The advantage is avoiding a complete engine overhaul-style dismantling while allowing the necessary minor component removal to complete the treatment.

Q7: How can I tell whether the treatment has worked?

For combustion chamber cleaning, visible changes can be compared using actual before-and-after borescope images.

If the vehicle was previously experiencing excessive oil consumption, improvement should be evaluated by monitoring engine oil level, oil top-up quantity, and distance travelled.

Cleaning results can be shown through photos. Changes in engine oil consumption should be assessed through actual driving records.

Q8: Will one treatment guarantee that my engine never burns oil again?

The treatment focuses on carbon deposits, engine sludge, and piston ring deposits that are suitable for cleaning.

Proper inspection and maintenance may help reduce the effects of these contaminants, but they cannot guarantee that mechanical wear or oil-burning problems will never develop.

CYC focuses on early inspection and appropriate maintenance instead of waiting for serious engine damage.

Q9: Why is fresh engine oil required after cleaning?

Some cleaning fluids and loosened contaminants may enter the crankcase and mix with the existing engine oil.

Therefore, CYC includes mechanized lubrication system flushing, precision filtration, residual used oil removal, and fresh engine oil and filter replacement as part of the process.

Cleaning the deposits is important — but completing proper lubrication system maintenance afterwards is just as important.

Q10: Is this treatment suitable for engines with severe mechanical wear?

The engine condition must be assessed first.

If the problem is mainly related to carbon deposits and sludge, appropriate cleaning may be considered.

If severe cylinder wall damage, piston ring wear, or other mechanical faults are found, further repair may be necessary.

When maintenance is appropriate, maintain it properly. When repairs are necessary, address the actual mechanical problem.

That is why CYC believes in inspecting first and recommending the right solution.

15 | Free Comprehensive Vehicle Inspection

Inspect First. Recommend Accordingly.

CYC provides a free comprehensive vehicle inspection covering nine major systems:

1. Engine System

2. Automatic Transmission & ATF Condition

3. Engine Cooling System

4. Air Conditioning System

5. Tyre Condition

6. Brake System

7. Chassis & Suspension System

8. Computer Diagnostics

9. Battery & Charging System

After the inspection, our team will explain the findings, recommend suitable maintenance where necessary, and provide a transparent quotation.

Customers can then decide whether to proceed with the recommended services.

Estimated inspection time: Approximately 1 hour, depending on vehicle condition.

The free comprehensive inspection does not include every specialized test required to diagnose the cause of engine oil burning. Additional diagnostic tests, if necessary, will be explained separately.

16 | Flexible Payment Options

CYC offers several convenient payment methods:

• 0% Credit Card Instalment: Eligible transactions of RM500 and above, with 6-month or 12-month instalment options

• Credit Card

• Shopee / Grab PayLater (subject to eligibility)

• ShopeePay

• GrabPay

• Touch ‘n Go eWallet

• Cash

• Bank Transfer

Instalment and PayLater arrangements are subject to the applicable provider’s terms and CYC’s payment conditions.

17 | Book Your Non-Dismantling Oil Burning Treatment

Is your Continental car consuming excessive engine oil, or has an inspection revealed severe carbon deposits or sludge?

Don’t wait for the problem to become more serious before getting your engine checked.

Whether your vehicle is experiencing increased engine oil consumption, severe combustion chamber carbon buildup, excessive sludge, or you simply want to understand preventive piston ring maintenance, CYC can help assess the next step.

Please provide the following vehicle details:

• Vehicle Make & Model

• Manufacturing Year

• Engine Capacity (CC)

• Current Mileage (KM)

• Petrol / Diesel / Hybrid

• Any symptoms such as excessive engine oil consumption, rough idling, reduced performance, or other concerns

Our team will review the vehicle information, engine design, and reported condition to determine whether the treatment is suitable and provide the appropriate package recommendation and quotation.

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CYC ONE STOP AUTOMOTIVE SDN. BHD.

Carbon Deposit Cleaning · Engine Sludge Removal · Piston Ring Deep Cleaning · Preventive Maintenance & Targeted Treatment

Already burning oil? Identify the cause early.

Not burning oil yet? Consider appropriate preventive maintenance.

Preventive Maintenance First. Major Repairs When Necessary.

Caring For Your Car.