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| What IS All That Information On A Motor Oil Container? by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:40am On Sep 14, 2017 |
There’s a lot of detailed information provided on a motor oil container. It makes sense that you want to understand what’s inside that oil you’re putting into your car. Here’s the breakdown.  |
| Re: What IS All That Information On A Motor Oil Container? by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:41am On Sep 14, 2017 |
Motor oil viscosity and weight The proper viscosity is the single most important criterion of a lubricating oil. Multiweight oils (such as 5W-30) have polymers added to the oil. The polymers allow the oil to have different weights at different temperatures. Multiweight oils perform a great service of not being too thick at cold startup to provide engine wear protection by flowing more quickly to critical engine parts. The first number, the 5W of the 5W-30 viscosity, for example, indicates the viscosity of the oil at a cold temperature; the second number indicates the viscosity at operating temperatures. The lower the first number the better flow ability at startup, especially at cold temperatures. You should also be aware that multiweight oils are backward compatible. In other words, an 0W-30 can be used with a 5W-30. The second number is important. |
| Re: What IS All That Information On A Motor Oil Container? by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:41am On Sep 14, 2017 |
Certifications Motor oils can have several different industry certifications. These certifications represent an industry group of automakers in determining specifications standards for the oil manufactures. This includes the API Certification mark aka the “starburst” found on the front label. An oil displaying this mark meets the current engine protection standard and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), a joint effort of U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers. The Association of Certified European Automakers (ACEA) develops standards for European vehicles, and oils that meet or exceed them can be used in their vehicles. |
| Re: What IS All That Information On A Motor Oil Container? by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:41am On Sep 14, 2017 |
Additionally, in the United States, the American Petroleum Institute (API) also has a certification – a donut with a two-letter rating – that appears on the back label. The API further defines the standards and tests for lubricant manufacturers to meet.  All these certifications are important because the oil you put in your car does make a difference. The standards keep changing to keep up with design changes in automobile engines, such as new turbocharger requirements. OEM specifications While the auto and petroleum manufacturers agree to basic industry standards, individual automakers may also develop specific oil performance requirements, such as the dexos1TM specification for all General Motors Co. vehicles manufactured in 2011 or beyond. Other automakers with specific requirements include Ford, Chrysler, Honda, Volkswagen, BMW and Porsche. Always check your owner’s manual to see exactly what certifications and/or specifications your vehicle manufacturer requires. Then check the back label or ask your service provider if the oil meets those requirements. Source: https://mobiloil.com/en/article/car-maintenance/learn-about-motor-oil-facts/motor-oil-container-description Searching for the right motor oil check here. https://www.nairaland.com/3924736/back-again-mobil1-5w30-5w20 |
| Re: What IS All That Information On A Motor Oil Container? by Connoisseur(m): 6:46am On Sep 14, 2017 |
Very useful piece of information Ride on chairman |
| Re: What IS All That Information On A Motor Oil Container? by diportivo: 7:42am On Sep 14, 2017 |
sooperrescue has been hammering these things into our heads since time immemorial make una opeñ head drop this thing again o pls 2 Likes
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| Re: What IS All That Information On A Motor Oil Container? by uboma(m): 7:47am On Sep 14, 2017 |
very informative piece! |
| Re: What IS All That Information On A Motor Oil Container? by connkg(m): 11:18am On Sep 14, 2017 |
I recently serviced with 4litres (Nigerian) MOBIL-1 ESP and my used (top-up) USA 1litre MOBIL-1. I plan to buy another top-up USA to use for 6 months (I hope). Someone once stated in a related thread that the high rev from cold start is reduced with a particular oil. I think I would like to see that confirmed or denied... |
| Re: What IS All That Information On A Motor Oil Container? by LeJeun3: 11:58am On Sep 14, 2017 |
connkg: High rev at start up is a normal phenomenon... except of course it's an electric car |
| Re: What IS All That Information On A Motor Oil Container? by Udiboy(f): 3:11pm On Sep 16, 2017 |
Oga Gazzuz, please I have a question for you. I sent you email . Please respond so we can talk. Thank you |
| Re: What IS All That Information On A Motor Oil Container? by elijah101(m): 6:06pm On Sep 23, 2017 |
Mr Gazzu .. I need help .. I noticed that there was no oil at all in my toyota camry 012 model .. and i serviced not quite long .. towards the ending of Last month .. what can i do ..what do you think the problem could be .. i am thinking maybe the guys that did the servicing at the Fuel station did not tight the oil place well .. that was what made it leak .. and i poured the little oil remaining from the servicing .. and it just leaked a little and has not since then as i am checking .. but i have stopped driving the car though .. GAZZUZZ: |
| Re: What IS All That Information On A Motor Oil Container? by GAZZUZZ(m): 8:43am On Jul 17, 2018 |
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