Maintenance
Recommended SAE viscosity
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has
When choosing an oil, consider the
an effect on fuel economy and cold
range of temperature your vehicle
number
weather operating (starting and oil
will be operated in before the next oil
flow). Lower viscosity engine oils can
change. Proceed to select the rec-
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✽ NOTICE
provide better fuel economy and cold
ommended oil viscosity from the
Always be sure to clean the area
weather performance, however,
chart.
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around any filler plug, drain plug,
higher viscosity engine oils are
or dipstick before checking or drain-
required for satisfactory lubrication in
ing any lubricant. This is especially
hot weather. Using oils of any viscos-
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important in dusty or sandy areas
ity other than those recommended
and when the vehicle is used on
could result in engine damage.
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
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and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
and grit from entering the engine
°C -30
-20
-10
0
10
20
30
40
50
and other mechanisms that could be
5
Temperature
(°F)
-10
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
damaged.
10W-30
Gasoline
6
Engine Oil
5W-20, 5W-30
7
8
9
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