I try to use whatever the car's owner's manual says, and it does say 5w30 oil type for that 1.6cc engine, however it is really hard for me to find that oil type down here in Venezuela. I can easily get 10w40 oil type which is the one that actually Wal-Mart's computer always suggested for my model and make.
I imported the car, that's why I can't find that oil type here. However, I was wondering if you have any better suggestion than the 10w40 that I am actually using before my next oil change is due. Thanks...please reply only if you know about it....
2006-11-11 08:05:57 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
10w40 is a thicker oil and better for higher temperatures. Since you will not be dealing with cold winter temperatures... 10w40 will be just fine.
FYI...
Which viscosity grade is right for you?
SAE Viscosity Grade: 5W-30
Temperature Conditions: Below 0° F
Descriptions: Provides excellent fuel economy and low temperature performance in most late-model automobiles. Especially recommended for new cars.
SAE Viscosity Grade: 10W-30
Temperature Conditions: Above 0° F
Descriptions: Most frequently recommended viscosity grade for most automobile engines, including high-performance multivalve engines and turbo-charged engines.
SAE Viscosity Grade: 10W-40
Temperature Conditions: Above 0° F
Descriptions: The first multigrade introduced. A good choice for controlling engine wear and preventing oil breakdown from oxidation. Note: Always check your owner's manual or warranty requirements before using this grade.
SAE Viscosity Grade: 20W-50
Temperature Conditions: Above 20° F
Descriptions: Provides maximum protection for high-performance, high-RPM racing engines. Excellent choice for high temperature and heavy loads such as driving in the desert or towing a trailer at high speeds for long periods of time.
SAE Viscosity Grade: SAE 30 & SAE 40
Temperature Conditions: Above 40° F & Above 60° F
Descriptions: For cars and light trucks, where recommended by manufacturers. Not recommended when cold-temperature starting is required.
Note: It is important to consult your vehicle handbook to establish the correct grade for your car and environment
2006-11-11 08:19:05 · answer #1 · answered by Satchmo 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If Nissan demands 5w30 then use it. inner factors have greater over the years and the ought to run a thicker oil interior the summertime is far less easy. according to risk, whether it is a undertaking going "up" to 10w30 could be slightly extra effective. Use stable high quality oil and alter it each 5-7500 miles in case you do no longer do lots of provide up and flow utilising. Oil it extremely is overly thick could have impression on gas financial equipment yet no longer likely. If the oil is already interior the engine then save on. yet, if Nissan does not spec. that thickness interior the engine it is possibly for a robust reason. It the two does not want that thick of an oil or it could provide few advantageous properties with regard to extra secure practices etc.
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2016-12-15 09:46:10 · answer #4 · answered by purkey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your not going to see temperatures near 0 C then 10w 40 will do
2006-11-11 08:49:20 · answer #5 · answered by sterling m 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd use 10W 30 it's lighter than 10W 40 and would work just fine
2006-11-11 08:16:02 · answer #6 · answered by bill_peveto 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the 10w-40 will work just fine especially in a warm climate
2006-11-11 08:10:44 · answer #7 · answered by fatdawgs_room 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋