What kind of Oil to use Hi guys, I just recently bought myself a 03 civic, and it's certified yet when I checked the oil it was really dirty. So I am going to change the oil but not use what to use. The car has about 16k on her right now. On the oil cap it says 5W-20, wouldn't that be too thin, I was thinking Maybe mobile1 5w-30 or 10w-30. What do you guys think. Thanx for the help. |
5w-20, no its not too thin for that motor. i guess driving habits and climate is also a factor? i fill up with 5w-30, its pretty heated here in CA lately and my driving habits are spirited rather than granny. but cant go wrong with 5w-20. there could be downfalls using 30 weight |
the car is designed to run on 5w20 or 5w30, i wouldn't put anything else in |
Originally Posted by Ruamit03 Hi guys, I just recently bought myself a 03 civic, and it's certified yet when I checked the oil it was really dirty. So I am going to change the oil but not use what to use. The car has about 16k on her right now. On the oil cap it says 5W-20, wouldn't that be too thin, I was thinking Maybe mobile1 5w-30 or 10w-30. What do you guys think. Thanx for the help. In short, the car is made for lighter oils (they give better MPG and are cleaner), so use lighter oils. |
New I am in the Tristate area, so during summer its usually 90+ and during winter it's around 20. I guess i'll stick to 5w-20.Thanx |
Originally Posted by Ruamit03 New I am in the Tristate area, so during summer its usually 90+ and during winter it's around 20. I guess i'll stick to 5w-20.Thanx |
yup go with the 5w20. can't go wrong with manufacturer's recommendations. |
I would use the 5w20 til the warrenty runs out. After that you can stick with the same or bump up to 5w30. Give Chevron or Havoline oil a try, it's one of the top non-synthetic oils out there. |
These motors take about 4qt's right. Sry if it's a noob question, but just wanna be sure. |
Originally Posted by Ruamit03 These motors take about 4qt's right. Sry if it's a noob question, but just wanna be sure. |
you sure streetglower? Cuz I have checked repeatedly with the dealership and my QuakerState fluids manual and it says for the D17's 3.2 or 3.5 vtec and non-v-tech? but then again is 6.4 oz. gonna make that much diff? (3.7-3.5 qts. = about 7 ozs.) NOt flaming ya I just want to make sure I'm filling up right at my job and not potentially screwing the seals |
If you accidentally overfill just a little it won't hurt the engine. My oil of choice is Royal Purple 5w30. If I don't drive like Mario Andretti all the time I usually get 35-36 mpg city. |
mobil 1 supersyn 5w20 or idemitsu 5w20 |
if you are changing the filter too, 3.2 quarts for the DX/VP/LX, 3.5 quarts for the HX/EX/SE 3.7 is safe bet because you may burn a little oil, 3.7 will give you a little extra room. Source: http://www.hondanews.com/CatID2015?m...43094&mime=asc |
Originally Posted by gangrel138 If you accidentally overfill just a little it won't hurt the engine. My oil of choice is Royal Purple 5w30. If I don't drive like Mario Andretti all the time I usually get 35-36 mpg city. Good stuff :tup: To bad it's $6 a quart :shake: |
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