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Recommended lubricants and capacities
* 4. Different type of coolant or water may damage the electrical component.
Recommended SAE viscosity number
An engine oil displaying this American Petroleum Institute (API) Certifica
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tion Mark conforms to the International Lubricant Specification Advisory
Committee (ILSAC). It is recommended to only use engine oils that uphold
this API Certification Mark.
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an effect on fuel economy and cold weather oper
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ating (engine start and engine oil flowability). Lower viscosity engine oils can provide
better fuel economy and cold weather performance, however, higher viscosity engine
oils are required for satisfactory lubrication in hot weather.
Using oils of any viscosity other than those recommended could result in engine
damage.
Never add any additives to the engine oil. Engine oil additives can change the proper
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ties of engine oil and may cause serious engine failure.
When choosing an oil, consider the range of temperature your vehicle will be oper
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ated in before the next oil change. Proceed to select the recommended oil viscosity
from the chart.
Always be sure to clean the area around any filler plug, drain plug, or dipstick before
checking or draining any lubricant. This is especially important in dusty or sandy
areas and when the vehicle is used on unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug and dipstick
areas will prevent dirt and grit from entering the engine and other mechanisms that
could be damaged.
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature
°C
°F
Gasoline Engine
Oil
Smartstream G1.6
T-GDi
Smartstream
G2.5 T-GDi
0W-30
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