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If a gasoline is listed as "top tier" does that mean all grades or just premium? I just traded in an Acura that used Shell Premium for a Honda that uses Shell Regular. Is the regular grade top tier too? Thanks.

I just got my wife a new 2010 Toyota Prius today. I haven't even gone through all the owners manuals yet. Is it OK to use synthetic oil in the Prius engine? I've used Mobil One exclusively in my prior Buick and current Acura with good results. Also how many miles is appropriate before changing...

I have an 06 Acura TL that I've always used Mobil One 5-20 weight oil since the first oil change. It just turned 50,000 miles this week. I read on this site that Mobil's quality may be in doubt. I follow this site but am far from an expert on oils and their technology. Thus I might change oils...

Is there any special method to clean the inside of the rear window without damaging the defroster wires? Thanks.

Obviously besides Chevron, who has Techron in their gas? I've heard Shell and Texaco have Techron. Is this true? Thanks.

Is there an Amzoil reusable cleanable air filter (EAO?) available for 2006 Acura TL 3.2 engine. I'm looking for one that fits the standard airbox. I understand the standard Acura filter is fairly restrictive. If yes what is the part # and how do I order one? Thanks.

I'm looking for a good alternative to the stock Acura 2006 TL air filter. It's a paper 2-stage that seems to have one side pre-oiled. I hear it filters well but it pretty restrictive. Any good options out there? No K&N or similar oiled gauze filters please because I fear poor filtering ability...

How do the Mobil 1, Napa Gold, and Purolator Pure One filters compare? I ask about these since they are readily available for my 2006 Acura TL. Has the "restriction" concern of the Pure One filter been corrected? Does it really matter if filter media is paper or synthetic, or is this advertising...

I have a 2006 Acura TL that calls for premium gas. I always use premium gas (and Mobil 1 synthetic oil and Mobil 1 filters also) per the specs. I see there is a lot of oil analysis on this forum and was wondering if there is a concensus on which premium brands tend to be better? Is there such a...

I see Honda makes two different oil filters for the Acura TL and Honda Accord. One has a suffix of A01 and the other has a suffix of A02. What is the difference (if any). Thanks.

I've been using Mobil 1 oil filters (along with Mobil 1 oil) in my 2006 Acura TL since it was new. I change oil and filter at about 7,000-7500 miles (according to the cars computer). I understand both filters use a synthetic filter material. I'm thinking of using the Pure One since they are...

I've been using the Mobil 1 M1-M110 oil filter and Mobil 1 5-20 oil in my 2006 Acura TL. After noticing the comments about Mobil changing their formula for Mobil 1 oil I'm wondering if they have "cheapened" their oil filters also. Are Napa Gold and Purolator One oil filters available for the TL...

I'm no oil expert but I follow this site to try and learn. I believe I'm hearing that Mobil 1 oil has been "downgraded" due to a new mixture formula thats not 100% synthetic. I got the info below from Mobil's wed site today. I confused - please clear it up for a novice. Is Mobil 1 with SuperSyn...

I have a 2006 Acura TL with 5 speed automatic. Acura recommends fluid meeting Honda Z1 specification which Amzoil synthetic ATF meets. Has anyone been using this in a Honda/Acura auto trans? What are your findings or comments? I use Mobil 1 in my engine and wonder what are the advantages of...

How many of you users 303 use this on your leather interiors also? I'm hearing since todays leather has a coating 303 and other similar products can be safely used on leather. Twice a year I still use Lexol but monthly I would like to use a protectant. Thanks.

I'm new to this forum and the science of oil so please forgive my "dumb" question. I'm reading that oils that are rated the same can be thicker or thinner. I'm using 5-20 weight oil which is recommended for my Acura. I'm wondering which of these 3 oils - Mobil 1 5-20, Pennzoil Platinum 5-20...

I presently use 5-20 Pennzoil Platinum synthetic oil. I've read on this site that similar weight oils can be thicker or thinner (based on a rating number). Is this true? I use the correct weight oil for my car and being from the old school was concerned about using 5-20 after a life time of...

What does this forum think of Pennzoil Platinum synthetic motor oil? I plan on switching to synthetic oil on my Acura TL after the first service. Originally I planned on using Mobil 1 in 5-20 weight, but have seen posts here that the Mobil 1 can make the engine noisy(?) and the Platinum doesn't...

Is it safe to convert to Mobil 1 synthetic automatic transmission from the standard fluid? I have a new Acura TL with automatic, and after the first service was planning on using Mobil 1 5-20 oil in the engine. I was wondering if I could safely use synthetic in the transmission also. The owners...

I notice the K&N web site says their filters won't jeopardize the factory warranty. The attached bulletin from Acura (Service News April 2005) states differently. See last paragraph. ®ACURA ServiceNews April 2005 Cold Air Intake Systems and Low-Restriction Air Filters: A Word to the Wise Cold...