Originally Posted By: BobFout
Originally Posted By: edyvw
Originally Posted By: BobFout
Originally Posted By: chrisri
Thanks for the VOAs. Both the TPT and Edge being in different class to the older version regarding ACEA specifications. TBN of BMW FS is at 8- the bare minimum for the a3/b3 spec. and by specification unsuitable in direct injected diesels.
Edge and TPT all the way.
ACEA A3B3-10 is suitable for DI diesels.
Not for those with DPF/SCR system.
No such caveat was mentioned
DI diesels were around well before DPFs.
Of course they were.
However, which one without DPF under BMW badge is sold in the U.S.?
Also, DPF is present in cars since 2004 so you are talking about VW Golf and Jetta with 1.9 TDI engines from 90's and PD engines after that. CR engines have DPF.
We are talking about Euro oils, so not sure on the U.S. market except those older VW's, old MB's, and E320 CDI, which ones are without DPF?