Hello experts.
Just purchased a 2017 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 Turbo. Looking ahead to the first oil change at 1,000 to 1,500 miles, and am looking for advice on oil type and favorites. The oil cap says 5w-30, but I am thinking I'd like to use 5w-40 (no, I don't live in a hot climate - Seattle - but the first change will likely be right at the start of summer here with temps up to 90 degrees peak). The classic temperature oil viscosity graph you've seen a thousand times is in the manual. The manual states that the 2.0 Turbo requires ACEA A5 or above.
Car is for the wife. She does lots of short trips, where unfortunately, the car will barely get up to full temp if at all on many of her drives. I've tried to convince her to drive the car longer during the break in period, but she rolls her eyes and says that's ridiculous.
So, my question is should I go with the standard 5W-30 or stretch it to the 5w-40? Planning to use full synthetic. I will bring the oil to the dealer and let them install the factory filter so I have full documentation. Car salesman said they use a blended synthetic at the service bay, for what that's worth.
Hate to start another "which oil should I use thread", but after extended searching, I am more conflicted than ever before.
Thanks in advance. I've learned a lot here, and really appreciate the input by all.
pianokeys
Just purchased a 2017 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 Turbo. Looking ahead to the first oil change at 1,000 to 1,500 miles, and am looking for advice on oil type and favorites. The oil cap says 5w-30, but I am thinking I'd like to use 5w-40 (no, I don't live in a hot climate - Seattle - but the first change will likely be right at the start of summer here with temps up to 90 degrees peak). The classic temperature oil viscosity graph you've seen a thousand times is in the manual. The manual states that the 2.0 Turbo requires ACEA A5 or above.
Car is for the wife. She does lots of short trips, where unfortunately, the car will barely get up to full temp if at all on many of her drives. I've tried to convince her to drive the car longer during the break in period, but she rolls her eyes and says that's ridiculous.
So, my question is should I go with the standard 5W-30 or stretch it to the 5w-40? Planning to use full synthetic. I will bring the oil to the dealer and let them install the factory filter so I have full documentation. Car salesman said they use a blended synthetic at the service bay, for what that's worth.
Hate to start another "which oil should I use thread", but after extended searching, I am more conflicted than ever before.
Thanks in advance. I've learned a lot here, and really appreciate the input by all.
pianokeys