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Old 04-14-2011
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Just wondering,

I am running mobil 1 5w-20 and have 100 000km on the car. Would it be better if I change to 5w-30 instead or is it no recommended.
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I would run 5w-30, the higher viscosity will help protect the aging and somewhat worn internal better.
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Re: Motor Oil

5w30 is much better unless its always below freezing outside.
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for more info check here:
https://www.civicforums.com/forums/1...ly-matter.html
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Re: Motor Oil

Thanks for the info. in summer it gets really hot here and in winter we get - 30 C
at times. so I want to make sure that i use good oil.

appreciate the help.
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5w30 FTW
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