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0w-20???

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Old 06-24-11, 05:58 PM
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I just go to Wally world and get 1 case + 1 qt of 5w30 Mobil 1 and take it to the dealership. They supply the filter and labor. $35.00 for oil and another $25 or so at the dealer. Seems to be the least painful of all the options and besides, I enjoy going to wal mart from time to time to watch the freak show!
Old 06-25-11, 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by *Batman*
What the hell's the difference anyway between 30 and 20?
I have no idea. I've researched all over the internet, read a bunch of articles and I still can't figure it out.

No worries. The next time I change my oil, I'm probably gonna go with the Mobil Synthetic 0W-30 or the Pennzoil Platinum 5W-30. I can't find 0W-20 anywhere anyway.
Old 06-25-11, 11:48 AM
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Is the "Oil Maintenance Required" light supposed to come on every 3K or 5K?
Old 06-26-11, 12:00 PM
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Every 5k.

20 grade has less viscosity and friction at operating temperatures, giving better fuel efficiency than 30 grade. However, with less viscosity there maybe slightly less protection...
Old 09-26-11, 10:04 PM
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It turned out my dealer is using 5W-20 synthetic in my car. Is that the right oil? Should I switch to 0W-20?

I have an oil change due this week.
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