Had my first oil change at a GM dealership, will running 5W-30 for for the next 3 months until I get some 5W-20 in have bad affects? Engine has 7K kms.
I run Mobil 1 5w-20, but unless you run 20w-50 in -35, you won't have any problems.... Just don't ask too much about Dino/Synthetic Mobil/Amsoil 5w-20/5w-30 because everyone will give a different opinion about how they get 0.005% better fuel mileage by switching to Royal purple vs. Pennzoil platinum!
Quote, originally posted by zoomie »How long has 5W-20 or 0W-20 been printed in Vibe's filler cap I wonder?Whats printed on the oil filler cap of an '05 for instance, lovemyraffe?Only since the new '09 generation. Its also important to note its a different 1.8L engine than the previous generation 1.8L
Quote, originally posted by zoomie »Whats printed on the oil filler cap of an '05 for instance, lovemyraffe?Both the cap and the owners manual say 5w-30.
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No, there's a difference, my '03 recommends the 5w-30, and I always run that, though for some reason my '09 with the 2.4 asks for the 5w-20. No biggie really, I'll obey what they say.
I think some of the reason the 2009 Vibes are using 5w -20 may have something to do with meeting CAFE standards and ( LEV-2 ULEV ) which is suppose to reduce smog and help meet federally-mandated clean air goals.http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/l...t.pdf
Any one in "hot" Florida using heavier weight oil ? I have 72K on my 06. Need to change the oil, was thinking 20-50 Castrol GT. Any reason why I should not ? I have used it in higher perf engines. It may not be right for this little 1.8 ? Thanks, Peter
06 Vibe stock for now 84 Carrera911also white 00 Mustang GT vert. 5spd.
Run what it calls for. Don't run 20w50 for any reason.Think about it, your engine temperature is controlled by it's cooling system and the thermostat rating, so it doesn't really matter what the outside temp is.
Most people think that a "cold engine start" is starting the motor after the vehicle has sat all night, then crank it over the next mourning......and that IS definitely a cold engine start. However, the good Dr. takes it a step further and defines a "cold engine start" as starting the engine at ANY temp below normal operating temp, which certainly makes perfect sense. It's a proven fact that most engine wear occurs during a "cold engine start" when the oil is down in the pan............and the least amount of engine wear occurs when the engine is at normal temp and the oil is circulating. And like the Dr. says, flow equals good lubrication, not pressure. Thinner oil starts lubricating quicker due to better flow characteristics.