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    What are the production dates for these oils?

    I wanted to know if you can tell me what are the production dates for these oils and how to read them?
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    Can i top of my synthetic blend oil with synthetic blend high mileage oil?

    My car has pennzoil synthetic blend oil 5w20 in it now but i noticed its burning oil and i need to add some so i was thinking to top it off with pennzoil high mileage synthetic blend 5w20 oil since it has some conditioners and sealers that might help. Will this be ok to do? 2002 ford mustang gt...
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    Cel light on for Code p1151 need help

    I got a check engine light on cold start for code p1151 after 5 minutes of it running. I do have a catless exhaust system no o2 sensors so can this be why im getting the code? Thing is I never got a cel on before and i been driving the car for the past couple of days with a catless exhaust...
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    2001 Ford Taurus calls for 5w20 but i put 5w30

    I read online that your engine can be damaged and other stuff can happen if your car calls for 5w20 and u put 5w30= Due to the increased resistance of the thicker 5W-30 oil, your engine will produce slightly lower fuel economy and horsepower output. You also risk engine damage when using 5W-30...
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    2001 Ford Taurus calls for 5w20 but i put 5w30

    My car calls for 5W20 but i figured its ok to use 5W30? Its summer here so i thought it would benefit using the 30 instead of 20. Its a 2001 Ford Taurus 3.0 v6 with 127K miles and i put the Castrol High Mileage Syn Blend 5W30 in it. what do you guys think is better to use?
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    Question about air filters

    The Hengst air filter at the top has way more paper than the Audi brand air filter on the bottom so wouldn't less paper equal to better air flow? I have a 2006 Audi A8 4.2l
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    Question about battery volts and outside temperature

    I was wondering is it normal for battery volts to drop when temps are 10F and below? I checked my car battery the next day while it was dead cold without it running and the windchill temp was -3F it read 12.15 volts is this normal considering the temperature was below zero or is that low? I...
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    2006 Audi A8 4.2 0W40 OR 5W40 OIL?

    Originally Posted by edyvw Originally Posted by boostedtsiawd Originally Posted by edyvw Originally Posted by boostedtsiawd I hope 5w40 gonna be ok i was told to change the oil every 10k miles and i know i wont put 10k miles until probably the middle of summer or end of it so that is why i...
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    2006 Audi A8 4.2 0W40 OR 5W40 OIL?

    Originally Posted by edyvw Originally Posted by boostedtsiawd I hope 5w40 gonna be ok i was told to change the oil every 10k miles and i know i wont put 10k miles until probably the middle of summer or end of it so that is why i rather have 5w40 because 5w is good in warmer weather. 5W is not...
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    Question about changing oil by month or mileage?

    Originally Posted by ARCOgraphite I do the oci when you get a chance in the next month or two. Has the engine had a timing chain serviced? These are very complex . The timing belt and water pump were replaced at 77K miles.
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    Question about changing oil by month or mileage?

    So the last time the previous owner changed the oil on my car was at 122,418 miles fully synthetic and now the car has 129,400 but the thing is he changed it back in March of 2019 and it should be done every 10k miles according to the owner's manual but its almost been a year so should it still...
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    2006 Audi A8 4.2 0W40 OR 5W40 OIL?

    Originally Posted by kschachn Originally Posted by boostedtsiawd I hope 5w40 gonna be ok i was told to change the oil every 10k miles and i know i wont put 10k miles until probably the middle of summer or end of it so that is why i rather have 5w40 because 5w is good in warmer weather. No clue...
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    2006 Audi A8 4.2 0W40 OR 5W40 OIL?

    I hope 5w40 gonna be ok i was told to change the oil every 10k miles and i know i wont put 10k miles until probably the middle of summer or end of it so that is why i rather have 5w40 because 5w is good in warmer weather.
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    2006 Audi A8 4.2 0W40 OR 5W40 OIL?

    Hey guys i just bought a 2006 Audi A8 4.2 with 129k miles and im wondering would 5w40 fully synthetic oil be ok to use? The previous owner used 0w40 but i got Castrol EDGE 5W-40 Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil with a Audi oem oil filter. I live in Chicago and temps now are between 20s-40s. I...
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    Bought a used car and have Maintenance questions

    I just bought a 2002 Saturn lw200 2.2l with 62k miles and the spark plugs and cabin filter were last changed at 59,304 miles but that was back in March 2016 so im wondering should i replace the plugs and filter or im still good? It was a old lady who drove the car and seems like she didnt drive...
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    Question about turning heat on when engine is cold

    I was cleaning my interior today in my car with the car off and i didnt realize i turned the heater knob to speed 1 then after i got done cleaning my car i went to start it and 8min later noticed the heater was on is this ok? Does it cause any problems to have the heat on when right when u start...
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