Any engine requires periodic oil changes. Today, there is a large selection of motor oils on the market, they differ in quality and price. If the machine is not serviced at a warranty service station, then the issue of choosing an oil becomes more acute. Many people use the advice of friends and pour in the oil they use, others buy expensive brands, considering them universal. Let's take a look at a few steps to choosing the right oil for your vehicle.
Instructions
Step 1
First of all, read the service book for your car. There it should be written what kind of oil the manufacturer recommends pouring into the engine. If you do not have a book, then you can contact the official representative of the brand or an official supplier. As a result, you will receive a code (manufacturer's approval for oil to the car engine), for example, "VW.501.01" (Audi) or car oil coding (SAE or API).
Step 2
If you are not changing the oil for the first time, then you need to evaluate the quality of the previous oil. If the choice of the previous filling was made correctly, then it is enough to find all the information about the previous oil, for example, the container label.
Step 3
Now you need to select the oils that are suitable specifically for your engine, this can be done using the automaker's approval code. This information can be found on the websites of the oil manufacturers or on the car oil label.
Step 4
Having decided on the suitable grades of oil, it is necessary to find out what viscosity the oil requires for the engine. You can use the rule - the greater the mileage, the more viscous the oil must be filled, while it is necessary to strictly adhere to the viscosity range allowed by the manufacturer.
Step 5
It is necessary to buy oil in official dealerships or from suppliers of auto parts. When buying motor oils in the markets, there is a danger of acquiring counterfeit products.
