Maintenance
Recommended SAE viscosity
number
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has When choosing an oil, consider the
an effect on fuel economy and cold range of temperature your vehicle
weather operating (starting and oil will be operated in before the next oil
flow). Lower viscosity engine oils can change. Proceed to select the rec-
provide better fuel economy and cold ommended oil viscosity from the
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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NOTICE
Always be sure to clean the area
weather
performance,
however,
chart.
around any filler plug, drain plug, higher viscosity engine oils are
or dipstick before checking or drain- required for satisfactory lubrication in
ing any lubricant. This is especially hot weather. Using oils of any viscos-
important in dusty or sandy areas ity other than those recommended
and when the vehicle is used on could result in engine damage.
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
and grit from entering the engine
and other mechanisms that could be
damaged.
°C -30
(°F)
-20
-10
-10
20
0
10
40
20
60
30
80
40
100
50
120
Temperature
0
Gasoline
10W-30
Engine Oil *
1
5W-20, 5W-30
1.
For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-
(API SJ,SL / ILSAC GF-3). However, the engine oil is not available in your country,
select the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
20,5W-30
7
50
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