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Old 01-30-2009, 05:46 PM
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Default Re: Will the wrong oil weight cause damage?

Originally Posted by Stogey
As stated before climate has alot to do with it, 0-W flow characteristics are better for colder climates. Keep in mind these cars are manufactured in Europe where the climate seems to be much colder. Course couldn't bank on that being as I saw some -40's on the six o'clock news from N. Mich !!! Much too cold for my Texan blood !
5W-30 should not do any harm what so ever even tho it's not the recommended !

Great, thanks all for the feedback. I wonder if they DID use Mobile 1 or basic dino oil. However I'd have to lean towards the later. It's a used car lot I doubt they are going to invest in more expensive oil for a car they are trying to sell and make a quick profit on.