OIL, 1.7L with 180k miles on engine, what OIL mfg and grade do you recommend |
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OIL, 1.7L with 180k miles on engine, what OIL mfg and grade do you recommend |
JCP914 |
Jun 16 2022, 01:21 PM
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I just purchased this car and want to change the fluids. It has the 1.7L with 180k miles on engine, what OIL mfg and grade do you recommend
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mgphoto |
Jun 16 2022, 02:24 PM
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"If there is a mistake it will find me" Group: Members Posts: 1,339 Joined: 1-April 09 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 10,225 Region Association: Southern California |
A 20w50 for your local should be best, but you need to use an oil that is high in ZDDP, this additive is very bad for catalytic converters so not always available at your flap.
ZDDP is an additive used to protect flat tappets and cam shafts in engines exactly like your 1.7. |
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