How do I know what oil to use?
There’s no substitute for reading your owner’s manual. It will list what type of oil the automaker recommends for your car. It may also recommend different oil depending on whether you live in a hot or cold climate. The most important thing is to use oil that’s the right thickness, or viscosity, for your car’s engine.
What kind of oil does a 2004 Dodge Ram take?
synthetic 5W30 oil
Is it OK to put 5w30 in a 5w20?
You can use 5w30 instead of 5w20 if you need to. Therefore, once the engine reaches its normal operating temperature, 5w30 is thicker than 5w20. The 5w30 oil is for warmer climates, while the 5w20 oil is for colder temperatures. But for the most part, both motor oils can work just fine no matter the climate conditions.
What type of oil does a 5.7 Chevy take?
Engine Oil
| Viscosity: | 10W-30 (Above -18) 5W-30 (All TEMPS) SAE 5W-30 is preferred. |
|---|---|
| Capacity: | 5.1 quarts. (with filter)After refill check oil level. |
| Torque: | 18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug) |
How many miles is 5w20 oil good for?
Protects for up to 20,000 miles between oil changes†Mobil 1 Extended Performance High Mileage 5W-20 advanced full synthetic motor oil is designed to protect critical engine parts for up to 20,000 miles between oil changes†and help extend the life of vehicles with more than 75,000 miles.
When should I change my 5W-20 oil?
Keeps engines running like new Mobil 1 5W-20 advanced full synthetic motor oil is designed to deliver outstanding engine protection, keep your engine running like new and protect critical engine parts for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes.
Which is better 5W-20 or 5W-30?
When comparing 5w20 vs. 5w30 motor oil, the 20 indicates that the oil has a lower viscosity and is thinner at higher temperatures. So, due to viscosity, 5w20 is a thinner oil during operating temperatures, whereas 5w30 is thicker during operating temperatures.
What happens if I put 5W20 instead of 0W20?
Both 5w-20 and 0w-20 are IDENTICAL once the car is up to temperature. The difference is how thin those oils are when the car is cold. Neither the 0w or the 5w flow enough in the cold to properly lubricate your engine. However, the 0W is thinner and does LESS damage at start up than the 5W oil.
Is it OK to use 10W30 instead of 5W20?
Originally Answered: Can I put 10w30 instead of 5w20? You can, but you will get worse mileage, and in most cases shorten the life of your engine, as it will take longer to pump up pressure for your bearings and lifters, and won’t spray your lower cylinders for an extra second or so on each cold start.
Is 5W30 better for winter?
The Bottom Line. A multi-viscosity 5W30 oil flows quicker in cold weather and is recommended for year-round protection, and a synthetic 5W30 multi-viscosity will provide the best protection you can get in both extremely cold weather and extremely hot engine temperatures.
When should I switch from 5W30 to 10W30?
You don’t really need to change to the 10W30. The 5W and 10W are the numbers that tell you the low temperature behavior of the oil and the second number tells you the high temperature behavior. The oils only differ in cold weather viscosity. If you never see temperatures below zero F then either 5W30 or 10W30 is fine.