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Old 07-28-2000, 06:50 AM
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i'm not sure what to use i've heard lots f different suggestions. want to get my oil changed today need advice
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nothing bettet then mobil1 synthetic. after break-in.<p>joseph cardone
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5-30 synthetic Mobil 1..make sure not to overfill
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Why wouldn't I want to use Mobil 1 0W30 after break in? Is there a reason that 5W30 is preferable to 0W30?

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Mine says 5-30 (2000 model) I assume you have the 2001? I would go with manual
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Yup, 2001. Guess I'll go with Mobil1 0W30 on the first change then.
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I use Mobil 1 (15w50)
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The manual also says 5W30 is fine if 0W30 cannot be obtained.
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