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maxygirl:
I bought it as a foreign used car.. I was the one that registered it.. So I guess i would just stick to 5W30 and do a proper servicing.. I am thinking of going to Total auto shop so i could get a history as i have used several road side mechanic until now. what do you think?

obekediamondfuto:
I respectfully reject this offer... Only because my good friend - Automotech - has been praying and fasting to get another property to add to his collection of props


Over to u automotech.... Enjoy

fizcoo20:
Thanks oga Gazzuznurey.

nurey:
01 is better with it's engine having VVTI also better MPG and a slightly better fuel economy

jceesquare:
Is there a better way to know the level of sludge in the car apart from looking through the oil filler cap?
Besides my valve seals are beginning to wear off (I suppose) as engine puffs out little white smoke when you step hard on the gas pedal and goes off especially when engine has heated up.
The smoke is not continuous, it puffs out and stops only on hard rev limiter revving.
Engine is a Nissan SR20DE engine.

jceesquare:
What's your take on using chemical substance or diesel blend to desludge an engine.
I've seen several videos on YouTube where they used a diesel engine oil mix in the engine and ran the car for 5-10min before draining to clean the internals.
I'd like an expert opinion before I shoot myself in the foot.

jceesquare:
We are following the court proceedings
Till den let bubu chop the life of his head (in direct Yoruba translation)

jceesquare:
As for the type of oil to use, kindly answer the following....
1. Did you get the car Nigerian used or foreign used?
If foreign used, use the recommended 5W30. If not move to question 2 below.

2. Was the car bought as a Nigerian used car?
If yes, you'll need to get the service history from the previous owner (the kind of oil and filter used and how often the oil is changed and at what millage). If the previous owner was using the 5k oil and the engine is covered in sludge, then I'd advice you stick to the 5k oil (unless the experts have a better opinion).
And for the vibration or jerking, at what point do you observe it?
1. During acceleration?
2. During gear change on acceleration?
3. While changing gears from Neutral position to D or R if equipped with auto gear.
4. While idling does the engine stutters?
5. Is there a significant drop of power when engine is loaded (in D, AC on, and all that)?.
All that and more are what the gurus might need to know including a scan code to remotely help you.

jceesquare:
You're disappointed in Buhari but choose to remain in the heat and watch the country wallow in abject poverty?
Sometimes I just don't understand how baba go-slow's supporters reason. The worst thing I ever did in my life was campaign massively for Buhari against Johnathan. May Jehovah nna forgive me for that iberiberisim.
Oya let's derail the thread further .

maxygirl:
I just got a Toyota corolla 2007 model last year. Initially i used conventional Mobil oil (the one sold for 5K). I later switched to Mobil synthetic this year and have not serviced my car in 6 months. The car is jerking a bit and i got our company driver to check, he says i may have to change the plugs and service the car... Some of my friends says Synthetic oil is not necessary for Older, high mileage cars... my car is about 135k.... what do you think please ?

Uteghe:
No,"car now due for service"

diportivo:
a Honda hybrid is a no no

no chook head

diportivo:
ok sir

Lexusgs430:
How can you service a car, that is stuck in the future....

diportivo:
service engine soon light is what is on

mail4henry89:
Car has been packed since I noticed it. Can you come and have a look ?

mail4henry89:
How do I do that ?

Uteghe:
Bought a Nissan Primera Wagon 2205 3 weeks ago. I've done oil change but the "car due for service" warning wouldn't go. Please help!

mail4henry89:
brake malfunction warning on screen for 2010 totoya HL. Help!

avicky:
I'm so sorry o, it might seem dumb. How do I check for the engine indicator or where do I check?

AshipaEk0:
We took apart the whole suspension o.

Pads everything was checked


That's how we found the bad bushing

Parts are new
Might try replacing all bushings just for the sake of it

drasob:
Kia optima 2009 for sale

https://www.nairaland.com/5297211/kia-optima-2009#80288710

abidemidare:
Oil was leaking from top cylinder before, but v fixed it, it causes short of oil.

AshipaEk0:
XC90

Handling was wonky and had noises on front driver side wheel.

Upon inspection, was advised to change

Shock Absorber
Lower Arm bushing
Steering link
Ball joint.

Which were replaced.

Had wheel alignment done


Still have some noise when I get into potholes on that wheel.

Funniest part is that it seems the wheel alignment made the steering worse


What do you think?