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So, can it still cause problems even when the vehicle is used only for very short distances, such as around 3 kilometers?

As far as I know, Shell Helix does not have an HTHS value as high as Motul. Castrol Edge 0W-40 is not available in our country; ironically, the distance between my home and the Castrol production plant is only about 40 kilometer. :)

All of the oil brands I mentioned at the beginning of the topic have a large number of counterfeit products on the market, which is why we can only purchase them from authorized distributors. Unfortunately, this country is full of fraudsters.

I’m somewhat hesitant about these oils; however, having an API SL rating is actually an advantage, because due to older emission regulations they generally contain a stronger additive package and higher levels of protective components. What are the real advantages of heavy duty diesel oils? In...

As far as I know, engine oils with a high protection (additive) package tend to be hostile to DPF systems. Oils with BMW LL-04 approval have a lower ash content, but at the same time they also have a lower protection package. Since the DPF has been removed, we can use oils with a higher...

Based on my experience with motorcycles, I am somewhat hesitant about Shell oils, because Shell motorcycle oils tend to offer less protection compared to Motul. Before this engine was rebuilt, we were using Shell Helix Ultra 5w30 LL01 in this car, and it performed relatively well. However, the...

This vehicle is used in all kinds of conditions (highway, city, and occasional spirited/performance driving). I could find oil in the class you mentioned (CK-4 HDEO), but I’m not sure how compatible it would be with the car.The only viscosity grade I can realistically use is 5W-40, and after...

In my country, it is very difficult to find engine oils other than Castrol, Motul, Shell, Mobil, and Liqui Moly. A 5W-50 would be too thick for this engine.

Hello, I am looking for an engine oil recommendation for a BMW 320D that offers stronger protective properties and allows the engine to run more smoothly. The engine is currently using Castrol Edge 5W-40. After approximately 7,000 km, this oil starts to be consumed, and the engine becomes...