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Old Aug 12, 2006 | 09:39 AM
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which oil should i get. I am planning to get Mobil 1. should i get 5/30? or 10/30? Would it matter if I'm SC'ed
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Old Aug 12, 2006 | 10:16 AM
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You owner's manual tells you to use 10W30 (which is stamped on your oil fill cap) or 5W40. It doesn't matter that you have a S/C.
5W30 is not a recommended oil for this car, however, I have been known to use it during the coldest winter months up here. I doubt you get -30 degree temps in Florida.
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Old Aug 12, 2006 | 06:57 PM
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I use 10W30.
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