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5k checkup... what's a good lightweight oil? I live in a very cold (read: frickin freezing) climate

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Old 11-01-2001, 06:04 PM
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Default 5k checkup... what's a good lightweight oil? I live in a very cold (read: frickin freezing) climate
I'm just wondering if I should get some kind in particular, and if it's worth buying my own instead of just letting the dealership use whatever they normally use.
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Yes, get Mobil One 0w30 or 0w40 or Amsoil 0w30
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where's frickin freezing? btw, go w/ mobil 1 0W
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amsoil, 0w30 of course
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Is it 6.9 liters? Is it in Liters or quarts? (forgot how much it takes exactly)
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6.9 qts. I just have all 7 put in.
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Quarts....
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