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Elsueno:


Mid last year, I went for oil servicing at Total , my usual oil has gone to 12k, fast forward last month, same oil now 14k.....so I decided & bought d whole box .....now it would take a loong time for me to buy more as each gallon is 5 litres & my usual car needs only 3 litres for a change in 5-6 months

Very good move. The prices are soaring. Total also are feeling the impact of the incompetence of the customs at the ports

[quote author=Dozieson post=111199644]Hmmmmm I can do this for Mobil

Yes all products with the bar code. I once bought 7 speed Mercedes Benz transmission fluid and when I scanned it, it was showing dot 4 plus brake oil. For us in the repairs business, be over watchful is the Logo

Any engine oil that you want to buy, please scan the bar code to know the genuineness of the oil. I recently scanned Mannoil and with API SP, GF 6 and the result came out as API SN, GF 5. The situation is frightening. And you will put it in someone else's car and then wahala comes

5w30 is not available in the stable of Total. The current situation in the oil industry is alarming. The customs is deliberately frustrating the importers of good oil to pave way to all these oils that will eventually destroy the cars whose import duties has gone up to the point that Corolla 05 is now sold above 3m.

thelegend1:
Used and refurbished cars are about to go up in value due to the new duty (2005 Corolla is about N4m now).

Maintain your cars well.

Chai

[quote author=Born2Breed post=111138533]These people are crooks. Them go hear am hot soon. I just want to start from NERC before I

.I will let you know when I resolve my issue with them. Just keep your account number of the meter.

Born2Breed:
So if my area falls on Band C which is a minimum of 12hrs of electricity supply daily but my pre-paid meter was suddenly adjusted to Band A which is a minimum of 20hrs of electricity per day. I can file a complaint?

Same thing in my Estate. I have called Ikeja electric and I am to give them my meter number and they will respond. I am yet to do that. Call their customer service number

All batteries sold in Nigeria are made to our specifications: expired and fakes. The cartons and stickers for the batteries are produced in Nigeria. Therefore you get what you see.

oolusola2:
Thanks for this great insights, i did exactly as you suggested but it seem the damaged have been done already, my mechanic drained out the fluid and used AT42 , well the jerking have stopped but the car is entering neutral on its own when on drive of which the mechanic said I may need to change the entire gear as nothing could be done. Please what is your opinion sir.

He is right but if you give it to a gear spécialist, he can change the fibers and the gear filter and it will work fine but if you don’t want the stress, get a good gearbox

Kingsdave:
Car is toyota camry 2009. .. went for an engine oil change today , the fuel station alignment guy that handled the oil change found out my transmission bolt underneath the car is loose ... And he said it has been dripping oil ever since ... He checked the transmission fluid near the drivers tyre side ... Note camry 2009 doesnt have a transmission oil dipstick in the engine bay ... He said the oil is short according to his checks , he said I should add it transmission oil ... I querried him if it's normal to add ATF oil when car is a bit hot. .. he said no problem at all .. the ATF needed is Toyota WS ... I serviced my gear 2020 ... I want to top it with the remaining WS from the 2020 service ... The thing is I can't top it in my compound cos to get to were I can pour in the ATF oil around the car tyre , I need some tools which I don't have ..... If I go to the Alignment guy's place , all he would do is to loosen the bolt and pour in the oil immediately... Will it affect my gear ?

No, it won’t

Excellergroup:
Hello sooperrescue, thanks for your great contributions. My 03/04 corolla’s gearbox developed issues some weeks back which made the car able to reverse only, and not drive forward. A supposed gear-master boasted it was something around the fiber and that he could fix it. The fraudster collected about 30k to replace the part and for workmanship, only to notice that the scammer didn't even open the gearbox but only did some abracadabra which made me drive the car for 3 days before it packed up again. Now ready to buy a gearbox, the mechanic I got to help with the replacement scanned the car and based on the report, the only issue is the vehicle speed sensor (P0500) which he also says can be fixed instead of buying a new gear. Kindly advise me, would replacing the damaged speed sensor make the gear get back into shape or I just buy a new gearbox ? I would appreciate your swift response on the matter. Thanks

The mechanic is right. If your speedometer is not working, it’s also another sign. It is also called the Abs sensor.

thelegend1:
No details on this again?

Bros, I tire for myself. E don pass. Mille apologies

Good day everyone. I have been a little busy fixing engines on the New range Rovers especially the V6 engines. A lot of people are changing the engines because of the notion that it can never be repaired. I will rather repair than to replace the engine, any engine. The first time an engine was imported from the US, it was a reconditioned engine and it revived the car. Another one came from the US but it was from a demolition ground and the errors could not be resolved that the owner had to manage it in that condition. Now, we come to our local engine sellers, where do they source the engines from? None of them sell reconditioned engines and so they either buy from demolition grounds which is not graded because we don't have the history of the car or the refurbished ones of cars that have been used in the country. In most cases, the engine in your car is better than the one you are buying. Our fuel and the engine oil we used have a negative impact on your engine and you go and buy the same engine that was refurbished instead of repairing your own engine. Don't throw away the old engine in your car, even if the crankshaft is bad, everything can be gotten in the market and put back to factory standard. Get in touch with us and let us put your car on the road. Another topic is the oil for the range rover Evoque and discovery sport. The oil recommended for the car is 5w30 even up to 2019 model. Don't go and use the oil for Toyota Corolla 06 on the engines because they both required 5w30. All 5w30s are never the same. All Castrol oils are not the same. Save your money and save your health.

oolusola2:
What is the recommended atf for corolla 2003 though the deep stick indicated dexreon 11/111 my mechanic top my transmission fluid few weeks ago with dexron 111 with black and red cans after the fluid fall below the low guage but everything seem to be ok at first but recently I notice gear not selecting properly again, and when shift to drive or reverse it make one annoying sound. Then the car now make too much noises when start and when drive. What is your advice

Drain out the oil and look for fluide AT42 from Total. It's Dexron III. The reason why I am always recommending Total is because it's mostly in original form, not adulterated. I have shouted many times that we should flee from the red cans ATF. They don't even know what they produced. Don't even use it as power steering fluid. You can also use Oando Dex 111 but never 11. The Dex 11 is not electronic controlled, it is for 1996 Camry. Mobil ATF 220 is also suitable for the Corolla

neyo4real:
Thanks so much. I have been looking for a thread to guide me on the choice of seahorse or oando ATF. I Called my mechanic to ask for alternative ATF asides Mobil 220 dex 111, he said i should consider holts or seahorse, dex 111

Meanwhile, a friend advised i use oando dex 111. I use a 2001 Camry. I bought it Naija used in June 2020, never changed the gear TF since..

Reason is because each time i remove the dip stick, the oil is still reddish in colour, unlike brown or black which in most cases, are signs of overdue fluid.

It appears oando dex 111 is better compared to seahorse. I.e. from ur advise here.

But sir, since the Tf is still reddish in colour, with no burning smell, should I leave it or change it? Instead of just wasting money for no reason.

Moreso, i have always been worried with this issue of engine oil spec to use ..i know 5w-30 is Toyota recommended viscosity but i have been using the regular mobil 20w 50. Reason is because the 1st user wasn't certain of the viscosity of the oil his mechanic normally use but he confirmed it was Mobil brand.

I have always wanted to test the genuiness of these 5w 30 but i have been fearful of knocking my engine because of our temp. in Nigeria...or if changing it might wash off sludges from seals and all, thereby causing leakages around the sump and seal areas of the engine.

I would have easily bought the recommended one if i was the first user of the car from foreign used...i know a neighbor who switched from using the regular mobil to hardex 5w 30 in his 2006 highlander i4, (using for over 2yrs now as toks) after complaining that the regular mobil dried up after he arrived to Benin with his family for Xmas. He did the change over there.

But i am skeptical in my case cry. Trusting God that one day, very soon, i would also use a brand new car so i would stick to OEM recommendations without fear or

A 2001 Camry requires Dex 11 or 111 Electronics. I will suggest that you use Mobil ATF 220. Don't ever use those red can gangs of dead oils. For the engine oil, I can't suggest anything since you already know much about the causes and effects.

Blankstare:
Required fluid for Camry 2005 pls? Just got it, haven't changed any oil

Type Tiv transmission fluid and 5w30 engine oil

royalicon:
Hi,
I just got a Toyota Avensis 2010 model with about 204,000km. I have not change the engine and transmission oil for about 4 weeks now.
I'm noticing the transmission is not picking fine early in the morning, until the engine temperature rises to about 3 bars.
Kindly advise on the best engine and transmission oil to use.
I'm available on whatsapp 0808 474 3322.
Thanks.

Total mvlv is ideal for the transmission fluid. Get them from the major stations. As for engine oil, check the oil cap and look for the appropriate one.

OCTAVO:
I asked for this transmission fluid at Total and was told it's N6200 per litre. Is that the actual price or they are trying to play smart? Cos I will 4 Litres most likely.

Yes. That's the price.

Emmy634:
Pls give me your number so i can call or write you on whatsapp

08098534267

Signum:
Oga be calming down and stop pouring ur frustrations anywhere. Or you have issues comprehending write-ups?

When I say "make ur marriages work", I wasn't saying it's after divorce. I mean ladies should make their marriages work, divorce is not the best option.

Mind you I am not the OP oo.

You are right, we should make our marriages to work while we are in it. The other option is not palatable. The bible says that the woman is bound to her husband as long as he is alive. If she marries while the husband is alive, she shall be called an adultress. Let her go and make peace with the man.

Emmy634:
Greetings Sir
I have a Lexus Es350 2012
I checked and noticed my power steering Fluid is on the minimum mark which means i have to top it as soon as possible, the car manual states the specification for the power steering fluid as Dexron II or III
I checked online and saw all those red cans you said we should avoid
Pls can you recommend a good and Genuine one for me and how i can get it pls?
Thanks

Good morning
Oando Dex 111 will do or you can use Johnsen power steering fluid. I can get the fluid for you or you drive down to my workshop in Ikeja for us to give to you

OCTAVO:
Okay boss, thanks for your response, it means a lot.
I intended buying Oando Dexron lll for Pontiac vibe until I Google searched and started seeing Dexron Vl. So I think I'm good to go with Oando Dexron lll right? For Pontiac vibe.

You are right. It's Dexron 6 and you will need Total mvlv Dexron 6

OCTAVO:
Also, what transmission fluid can I use for Toyota corolla 98?

For Toyota 98 model, you can use Dexron 2 of Total, Oando or better still, Mobil At220. They are all good for the Corolla 98. The vibe is similar to the Corolla of 2003 and so Dexron III is your ideal fluid but avoid those red cans ATF and seahorse.

sandammy:
Please sir, which auto transmission fluid should I buy for my 2007 Honda civic. Can I use this product below. Liquimoly
Also is my car CVT or or just normal auto. Please I need schooling in their difference
cc. sooperrescue

Liqui Molly is a good transmission fluid but be wary of the source of purchase. The Honda civic 2007 type of transmission are stated on the cover of the dip stick. If it is cvt, go for addinol CVT and liqui Molly will serve you better if it is otherwise.

Inno316:
Please sir
Wch gear oil can i use 4 my Nissan urvan 2008
I jus bought it new

Total will do. Mvlv

alphanyx:
Can the MVLV be used in place of the toyota type t-iv?

Total Ikeja by Sheraton

Yes

microlincoln:
I have really learnt alot from your posts. Please I need your help/advice on the best tyreto buy. How do I contact you 195/R15

08098534267

Righteousness2:
That's some Premium Wickedness of the Wicked.
Condolences to her Family.

The Hearts of some Humans have been exchanged for a heart of Stone.

These are the Last of the last seconds!
JESUS Christ is Coming Quickly.

What will be here after the rapture is better not Imagined! Talkless of Partsking in it.
REPENT now and Believe the Gospel of JESUS Christ to avoid Super stories and regrets and had I know Lamentations .

Bros, when will this rapture take place and how are we sure it is going to take place in Africa?

You are seeking advice from the people but what does the bible says, a woman is bound to the husband AS long as he is alive, if he is alive and she went to marry another, she has committed adultery against her husband. Settle quickly with your husband while there's still time unless you want to be a divorced woman and an adultress. The only group of people that God takes care of are the fatherless, the orphan and the widow and the stranger. You are not in any of these groups and so where do you fit in? God hates divorce and ensure that you are not doing anything that God hates. If you found yourself cheating on him, repent and sin no more

Hyrettie:
Any advise on where I can get this please...

Total Ikeja by Sheraton

Hyrettie:
Thanks for the response...
Kindly help expantiate on Total mvlv pls

It is a Dexron 6 transmission fluid suitable for cars that requires 6 speed transmission fluid. DW 1, WS, Bmw, and all 6 speed cars and it is backward compatible with cars that requires older ratings

Hyrettie:
Good day
Please what type of ATF oil can I use for my Volvo XC90 2004 model...what is written on the dipstick is 'SWEDEN 8675188'. My mechanic just changed the oil on the 1st of January 2022 using Oando Dextron III after a through cleaning of the filter and driving it yesterday; its displaying 'Transmission Service Required' on the clockboard/message/information board.

Please kindly advise on how to proceed on this...

Use Total mvlv if you are in Lagos