is it harmful to the engine to allow a car to idle/warm up?

Asked by dieselmarie Feb 22, 2016 at 06:36 AM

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the opposite it is beneficial to allow your car to idle for at least 1 minute before driving. especially if your driving a older car with high mileage.

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warm up for one minute, like he said- get the oil temperature up to make it flow smoothly-

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