How to choose the right engine oil viscosity grade for your car?

How to choose the right engine oil viscosity grade for your car?

 

          Choosing the right engine oil viscosity grade for your vehicle is highly important and should not be overlooked because it will effectively protect and extend the service life of your engine. If chosen incorrectly, it may hinder the engine from working at its full potential or even be damaged. 

 

          Today, PTT Lubricants is here with some tips for you to select the right engine oil viscosity grade for your car. Let's see what you need to know! 

 

1. Know the meaning of the viscosity grades 

          Engine oil viscosity grade is indicated by a set of numbers starting with “SAE” followed by a number, such as SAE 10W-40. Each number indicates the following: 

• The number in front of W (e.g. 10W): indicates the viscosity of the engine oil in low temperature conditions. (W stands for Winter.) 
• The number on the back (e.g. 40): indicates the viscosity of the engine oil in high temperature conditions. 

 

2. Check details from the car manual 

          Every car comes with a manual that recommends the appropriate viscosity grade for that certain model's engine. These manuals are tested and recommended by the car manufacturers themselves. Therefore, following the instructions in the manual will help your engine run more efficiently and can also extend the service life of the engine as well.  

          In each manual, there will be recommendations for different weather conditions, such as cold weather. For such conditions, it will recommend engine oils with a small number in the front, such as 0W-30 and 5W-30, etc. 

 

3. Usage of the vehicle 

   The owner’s driving style will also affect the choice of viscosity grade: 

• For new cars with short distance drives: current car manuals will recommend using grades 20 or 30, which will help with fuel economy, such as SAE 0W-20, 0W-30, and 5W-30. 
• For cars that have been in use for a long time with long driving distances: For cars that have been in use for a long time and have high mileage, wear and increased engine consumption are inevitable. Therefore, it is recommended to use a higher viscosity grade than originally specified. For example, switching from a grade 20 to a grade 30 oil can help reduce evaporation and provide better engine protection. 

 

          In conclusion, when selecting the appropriate engine oil viscosity grade, it is important to consider several factors, including the manufacturer's recommendations, weather conditions, usage, and the age of the engine. Choosing the right engine oil will help your car perform at its full potential and extend the engine's service life. 

 

          Now that you have learned these tips, don't forget to choose the right viscosity grade of PTT Lubricants engine oil so that your beloved car can be with you for a long time. With care from PTT Lubricants. 🩵 

 

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