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We need to be able to define "extreme driving conditions" so that we do not mislead nairalanders. Driving in traffic does not constitute extreme driving conditions. Sustained high speed driving is extreme, pulling trailers is extreme, but stop and go traffic is not. People need to google extreme driving conditions to know if they ever experience such conditions.

We must not lose sight of the fact that only a few yrs ago we were being misled by some mechanics that carburetors and manual transmission was better than fuel injection and automatic transmission. Today we all know better.

Your owners manual contains the interval that should be adhered to. Driving in dusty conditions has also been captured in this manual so relying on a mechanic that might be living in the past might not be helpful.

There is nothing wrong in over pampering ones car but at least you should be aware that that is all you are doing by changing your oil too soon. If you feel you are purchasing poor quality engine oil then it makes sense to remove it at 3000km or miles. However if you are purchasing good quality oil then you should leave it in longer.

Death Valley, United Arab Emirates, and Malaysia are 3 areas that on average record higher temperatures than Nigeria. These places are equally as dusty. Do they change their oils every 3000 miles ?

The 3000 mile oil change interval for every car regardless of country of use is outdated. See Links below:-

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/3,000_mile_myth
http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/UsedOil/OilChange/
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/under-the-hood/vehicle-maintenance/change-oil-3000-miles.htm
http://www.edmunds.com/car-care/stop-changing-your-oil.html
https://plus.google.com/+MarkTraphagen/posts/KtQd64qK4FG
http://ctwatchdog.com/finance/3000-mile-oil-change-rule-does-not-apply-to-newer-cars
http://www.edmunds.com/car-care/top-7-urban-legends-about-motor-oil.html


I hope you all find this useful

Hello All,

The 5w-20 and 5w-30 engines oils which are classified as energy conserving oils are actually the oils that are recommended / best suited in the following 2000 - 2013 models:-

Acura : RL, TL, TSX, RDX, ZDX, ILX, MDX.
Chevrolet : Cruze, Equinox, Malibu.
Ford : Fiesta, Fusion, Taurus, Ranger, Escape, Edge, Explorer.
Honda : Accord, Crosstour, Civic, CRV, Pilot, Ridgeline, Element, Odyssey.
Hyundai: Accent, Elantra, Sonata, Tuscon / IX35, Santa Fe, Vera Cruz.
Kia: Rio, Optima, Soul, Sportage, Sorento.
Land Rover : LR2, LR3, LR4, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport.
Lexus: IS, LS, ES, GX, RX, GS, LX.
Mazda: 3, 5, 6, CX7, CX9, Protege, Tribute, Miata, MPV.
Nissan: Altima, Maxima, Murano, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra, Pathfinder.
Toyota : Yaris, Corolla, Matrix, Prius, Avensis, Camry, Avalon, Venza, RAV4, Highlander, 4Runner, Landcruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma, Tundra.

Because the API ratings ( SJ , SL , SM etc ) have changed over the years you will find that 5w20, 5w30, 15w40, and 20w50 now provide the same protection in countries where the ambient temperature is between 90 and 100 regularly. Dont forget that Texas is as hot as Nigeria and they dont use 20w50 for cars that have 5w20 / 5w30 as the recommended oils.

i hope you all find this useful. And when in doubt consult your car owners manual. Our mechanics cannot know better than the manufacturers of the car engines.

5W20 and 5W30 engine oils now available

Manufacturers Recommendation for:

Honda : Accord, Crosstour, Civic, CRV, Pilot, Ridgeline, Element, Odyssey
Acura : RL, TL, TSX, RDX, ZDX, ILX, MDX.
Toyota : Yaris, Corolla, Matrix, Prius, Avensis, Camry, Avalon, Venza, RAV4, Highlander, 4Runner, Landcruiser / Prado, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma, Tundra.
Lexus: IS, LS, ES, GX, RX, GS, LX
Nissan: Altima, Maxima, Murano, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra, Pathfinder
Mazda: 3, 5, 6, CX7, CX9, Protege, Tribute, Miata, MPV
Kia: Rio, Cerato, Optima, Soul, Sportage, Sorento
Hyundai: Accent, Elantra, Sonata, Tuscon / IX35, Santa Fe, Vera Cruz.
Ford : Fiesta, Fusion, Taurus, Ranger, Escape, Edge, Explorer
Land Rover : LR2, LR3, LR4, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport.


Available @
Solutions Plus - 0706 700 9400, 0708 160 9482, & 0909 685 1969

5w-20 and 5w-30 can be purchased online from , www.jumia.com, and www.webmallng.com. Or from a company called SOLUTIONS PLUS. They sell these oils from their Yaba office. Their numbers are 0706 700 9400, 0708 160 9482, & 0909 685 1969.

You can get 5w20 and 5w30 now. A company called solutions plus sells them. They are based in Yaba. Their numbers are 0803 555 9999, 0708 555 9999, and 0809 555 9999.

make sure you always use the correct oil viscosity which is 5w20. Anything other than this and you will lose fuel economy big time.

5w-20 and 5w-30 oils are available from a company called SOLUTIONS PLUS. They are based in Yaba, Lagos. Their numbers are 0706 700 9400, 0909 685 1969, and 0708 160 9482. They deliver within Lagos at an additional cost of N500. Alternatively you can purchase from , www.jumia.com, and www.webmallng.com. They deliver nationwide.

5w-20 or 5w-30 is the oil recommended for a honda. It's available from a company called SOLUTIONS PLUS. They are based in Yaba, Lagos and their numbers are 0706 700 9400, 0708 160 9482, and 0909 685 1969. The oils from Mobil and Total are 0W-40, 5W-40, and 20W-50. These oils are all heavier than what is recommended and will not allow your cars conserve fuel.

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ATF DW-1 is available from a company in Yaba, Lagos. They also sell 5w-20 and 5w-30 engines oils which are recommended for Hondas. The name of the company is SOLUTIONS PLUS LTD. Their nos are 07067009400, 07081609482, & 09096851969. i hope this helps.

ATF DW-1 is available from a company called SOLUTIONS PLUS LTD. They are based in Yaba, Lagos. They also sell 5w-20 and 5w-30 engine oils for japanese, korean, and american cars. Their numbers are 0706 700 9400, 0708 160 9482, & 0909 685 1969.

5w20 and 5w30 oils now available. A company called SOLUTIONS PLUS imports them and sells from their Yaba, Lagos office. Their nos are 07067009400, 07081609482, & 09096851969.

5W20 and 5W30 viscosity oils now available in Nigeria. A company called SOLUTIONS PLUS imports and sells them. They are based in Yaba, Lagos and their nos are 07067009400, 07081609482, and 09096851969.

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5w20 & 5W30 motor oils are now available in Nigeria. A company called Solutions Plus in Yaba imports and sells them. Their nos are 07067009400, 07081609482, & 09096851969. They also sell 5w30 which is the recommended viscosity for petrol generators.

@dregun. Give this guy a call. His name is hope ( 0803 305 5366 ). he will sort you out. I have been using him since 2001.

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sorry i meant www.bobistheoilguy.com. my car is much better and i owe it to using the 5w-20 recommended by honda.

there is a lot of information available on www.bitog.com about motor oil. it addresses a lot of myths and misinformation we deal with.

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Below are charts from Honda and Toyota. They provide useful information as to the oil viscosities we should use.

The 5w-20 and 5w-30 oils are available online @ , www.jumia.com, www.webmallng.com.

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Solutions Plus - 297 Borno Way, Yaba, Lagos. 07067009400, 07081609482, and 09096851969.

and should only be considered if your owners manual or engine oil cover caps call for it.

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Hello All,

The 5w-20 and 5w-30 engines oils which are classified as energy conserving oils are actually the oils that are recommended / best suited in the following 2000 - 2013 models:-

Acura : RL, TL, TSX, RDX, ZDX, ILX, MDX.
Chevrolet : Cruze, Equinox, Malibu.
Ford : Fiesta, Fusion, Taurus, Ranger, Escape, Edge, Explorer.
Honda : Accord, Crosstour, Civic, CRV, Pilot, Ridgeline, Element, Odyssey.
Hyundai: Accent, Elantra, Sonata, Tuscon / IX35, Santa Fe, Vera Cruz.
Kia: Rio, Optima, Soul, Sportage, Sorento.
Land Rover : LR2, LR3, LR4, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport.
Lexus: IS, LS, ES, GX, RX, GS, LX.
Mazda: 3, 5, 6, CX7, CX9, Protege, Tribute, Miata, MPV.
Nissan: Altima, Maxima, Murano, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra, Pathfinder.
Toyota : Yaris, Corolla, Matrix, Prius, Avensis, Camry, Avalon, Venza, RAV4, Highlander, 4Runner, Landcruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma, Tundra.

Because the API ratings ( SJ , SL , SM etc ) have changed over the years you will find that 5w20, 5w30, 15w40, and 20w50 now provide the same protection in countries where the ambient temperature is between 90 and 100 regularly.


Available Online@

and at the following physical locations:-


LAGOS

Solutions Plus Ltd - 297 Borno Way, Yaba. 09096851969, 08085373626.


ABUJA

Crystal Express Resources - Lifecamp. 08052050840, 08063130991.


PORT-HARCOURT

NetLink Technical Services - 22 Ohiamini Str, GRA Phase 2. 08028845922.

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