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Using the correct oil in your car is very important. The bearings in your engine are designed with very tight clearances that require a specific weight of oil running through them.
The numbers on your oil indicates the oil's thickness. For example, SAE 30 weight oil is heavier than SAE 20 weight oil. So you are probably asking, "what is the 'W' all about?" The W indicates a multiweight oil, where the "W" indicates WINTER use. SAE 30 weight oil acts like a 30 weight oil at all temperatures. So when it gets really cold that 30 weight oil gets really thick. It will no longer flow through the tiny clearances your engine requires. An oil rated 10w30 will behave differently when it is cold. When the temperature of 10w30 drops it acts like a 10 weight oil. That way it will still be fluid enough to flow where it needs to flow. Once the engine(and oil) warms up to temp then it will act like a 30 weight oil.
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What type of oil do I use for an oil change on a 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan?
5w30 or 10w30
What is the boiling point of 10w30 oil?
The boiling point of 10w30 oil varies depending on the brand. The average boiling point seems to be somewhere between 200 degrees and 300 degrees. The manufacturer provides details on the information panel.
What is the difference between SAE 30w and 10w30 motor oil?
30w refers to the viscosity of the oil. 10/30 is a mixture with 10w wich is more viscous. The reason multiviscosity oils are used is so that when the motor is first started the lower weight oil will get to the top of your engine more quickly. This helps lube overhead cams and internal parts while the 30w oil is still too dense ( too cold ) to get to the top. Most of the wear on your motor happens during the initial startup. If your repair manual recommends 10/30 you should use it.
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5w30 or 10w30
What kind of oil to use 1999 suburban?
It depends entirely on the condition of your engine. If the bearings are in good condition, use a lighter weight oil (lower numbers). If the bearings are getting a little worn, use a thicker weight oil (HIGHER numbers). Watch the oil pressure gauge. If, after the engine warms, the oil pressure starts to drop to near zero during idle, use a thicker oil. If the oil pressure stays up when the engine is warm and idling, you might be able to use a lighter grade oil. As related to the brand, use whatever has been running in the engine in the past, so long as it's a respected brand with the SAE certifications.
What is the difference in oil SAE 10w30 or SAE 20w40?
SAE 10w30 is better for lower temp and SAE 20w40 is the opposite better hotter temps.Thanks
What is the difference between SAE 15w-30 oil and 10w30 oil?
The weight of the oil when it is cold. The 15w is a thicker oil than the 10w when it is cold.
Can you use SAE 10w30 oil instead off SAE 30 oil?
Yes you can.
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SAE 10W30
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SAE 10w30 oil.
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SAE 10w30
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SAE 10w30
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10w30
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