Oil for 2006 Honda CR-V?

[sru1436]

Hello, I’ve only had a few posts so far, I’m really enjoying this site. I’m a car guy, mostly older cars but car guy none the less.

I’m looking for an oil recommendation for my son’s 2006 Honda CR-V with 207,000 miles. The vehicle was previously driven by my daughter and is now with my son. I purchased it several years ago when it had around 100,000 miles.


Currently, the car is in Arizona with him, and we’ll (I’m flying out to meet up and drive with him) be driving it back to Enid, Oklahoma, about a 1,000-mile trip, at the beginning of next month. I’ve handled all the maintenance over the years, with oil changes consistently done every 3,000–4,000 miles up until about last year, when he had it serviced at an oil change shop. I always used synthetics of varying brands.


When removing the oil cap, I do notice some varnish, although based on what I’ve read, that seems fairly common for a vehicle with this mileage. The engine does burn some oil, I haven’t tracked the consumption but it’s been burning the last few years.


My son is in the Air Force and doesn’t have the knowledge to change his own oil (doesn’t really want to learn or have the facilities to do it), so he’ll likely be relying on oil change shops moving forward. After this upcoming trip, the car will mostly be used for short daily commuting, about 4 miles round trip to and from the base.


Before the trip, I want to make sure we’re running a solid oil. I’ve been considering Valvoline Restore and Protect, but since this would likely be a one-time use before he transitions to oil change shops, I’m wondering if it’s even worth it. Based on some of the feedback in this thread, I’ve also considered Mobil 1 Euro.


When I fly out and before when make the trip I’ll be changing the oil and oil filter before we leave. (Parking lot change) I’m planning to put 5W-30 in it and running a microgard select or Mobil one oil filter. I’d appreciate any recommendations or input on what would be best oil to run and if those choices of oil filters is good enough.

After he finishes his schooling at the end of this year, I’m going to recommend he buy a new car as this one is getting long in the tooth, and this is his only mode of transportation.

Thanks, Matt

 

[slacktide_bitog]

There is nothing wrong with 5w30 and Microgard/Mobil 1 filter. My choice of oil would be the Walmart brand Supertech Advanced High Mileage 5w30

200k is not a problem for a Honda that hasn't seen rust in places like Oklahoma and Arizona.

 

[crashz]

My 06 made it to 308k with me and is probably still running around. Lotta rust under the plastic trim though.

Valvoline Restore and Protect is a great choice if you are doing it yourself and have the desire to actively monitor it while cleaning. Otherwise like slacktide mentioned, Supertech is not bad. They actually run very quiet on Supertech.

If the car isn't rusty, it will last a long time. Keep an eye on coolant as the thermostat housing is plastic and is known to crack. Otherwise its just wear and tear items.

 

[Samurai1225]

My beater 06 Civic with 180,00 miles on the clock had an unknown maintenance history when I got it. I am running Valvoline Restore and Protect 5w30 and it is running as smoothly & quietly as ever. Valvoline Restore and Protect is known to help with cleaning piston rings & varnish so that would be my recommendation for your son.

 

[JeffKeryk]

5w30 Mobil 1 or Valvoline Restore and Protect stuff would be my 1st choice, and is only a little more.
For cheap services, Kirk or Quaker State 5w30.

Use a good filter and swap it every 2nd service. 4500 - 5200 OCIs.

 

[nwjones18]

Our 08 has always been happy on any 5w-30 syn-blend or synthetic I've had on hand. I don't think you can go wrong.

 

[sru1436]

Thanks for replies. I’m leaning towards Valvoline Restore and Protect, but if for someone reason I cant find it in the Mesa around in the short turn time I have to do the oil change before we hit the road, should I use regular Mobil one or the high mileage. I apologize, I’m still on the oil learning curve.

Thanks.

 

[Nessism1]

Thanks for replies. I’m leaning towards Valvoline Restore and Protect, but if for someone reason I cant find it in the Mesa around in the short turn time I have to do the oil change before we hit the road, should I use regular Mobil one or the high mileage. I apologize, I’m still on the oil learning curve.

Thanks.

Order the Valvoline from Walmart. They do next day delivery.

 

[CleanSump]

If your son is in the Air Force and on a base he should have access to the hobbyshop autoshop where they will supply the tools. He just needs the oil and filter.
Teach him.. Otherwise, he's adult enough to be in the Air Force, he's adult enough to take care of his car himself.

 

[sru1436]

I appreciate everyone’s recommendations on which oil to use for our drive back.

If your son is in the Air Force and on a base he should have access to the hobbyshop autoshop where they will supply the tools. He just needs the oil and filter.
Teach him.. Otherwise, he's adult enough to be in the Air Force, he's adult enough to take care of his car himself.

My OP wasn’t about how I should or shouldn’t be a father to my son. He is adult enough to choose whether or not to do it himself. Since you feel compelled to insert your fatherly opinions on us, you should know that I’ve shown him but it’s not something he is interested in. He is a man, so I’ll respect his decisions.

 

[berniedd]

In my 1998 CRV I put in 2.5 liters 5W-40 Fully Synthetic + 1.5 liters 10W-30 conventional oil (bec I have a leftover gallon of the 10W-30 from some years ago). Bec I know it is a 62:38 mix, my OCI is 6500 miles.

 

[tired]

My beater 06 Civic with 180,00 miles on the clock had an unknown maintenance history when I got it. I am running Valvoline Restore and Protect 5w30 and it is running as smoothly & quietly as ever. Valvoline Restore and Protect is known to help with cleaning piston rings & varnish so that would be my recommendation for your son.

OP this is the answer. Valvoline Restore and Protect 5W-30 and forget it.

 

[tired]

but if for someone reason I cant find it in the Mesa around in the short turn time

Order online at Walmart. Or you can do the filter and oil deal at Autozone and Advance Auto Parts.

 

[Japanese]

Thanks for replies. I’m leaning towards Valvoline Restore and Protect, but if for someone reason I cant find it in the Mesa around in the short turn time I have to do the oil change before we hit the road, should I use regular Mobil one or the high mileage. I apologize, I’m still on the oil learning curve.

Thanks.

I would definitely run Valvoline Restore and Protect 5W-30.
If it's not available I would run any of these:
Mobil 1 ESP 0W-30
Castrol EDGE Extended Performance 5W-30
Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 5W-30

 

[Dave P.]

My '08 CR-V with 344,000 miles has been run on 5W-20 and 0W-20 its entire life. Currently running Valvoline Restore and Protect. I'm not gonna lie, it burns about a quart to quart and a half during a 5,000 mile OCI but other than that, it still runs strong. I've used mostly Pennzoil over the years but Castrol and Valvoline products have also been used. I may try a 5W-30 on my next change just to see if it cuts down the consumption but it isn't something that I really concern myself with as I check the oil and other fluids frequently.

 

[ka9mnx]

I taught all my kids how to work on their vehicles (boys and girls). Tomorrow my oldest daughter is putting lower control arms on her Fiesta.

 

[Nessism1]

I encourage my son to work on his own car. He did an oil change recently, and now is planning a brake job. Thing is, he's not ready to handle brakes, skill-wise, so I've created a problem: he trivializes the task, possibly knowing I'll bail him out when the hard part shows up.

 

[ka9mnx]

I encourage my son to work on his own car. He did an oil change recently, and now is planning a brake job. Thing is, he's not ready to handle brakes, skill-wise, so I've created a problem: he trivializes the task, possibly knowing I'll bail him out when the hard part shows up.

No. Just stand by him and watch what he's doing. Always there for advise and a helping hand.

 

[Sequoiasoon]

@sru1436 - The Valvoline Restore and Protect in 5W-30 will work well. He may be able to find a shop local that will use that if he brings it. Maybe one of his friends who does work on cars would do it for him at the base for $20-30?

My son who was helping me for years and doing oil changes has nowhere to do that now in his apartment complex. He also doesn't have the tools supplies with him or somewhere to keep it. Walmart with auto service is 20 minutes away but makes an appointment and done pretty quick.

He takes his wife's Tucson to Walmart for the oil change if he is not doing some trip up to our house. If it's by me I'll do it early or just after if that corresponds to timing. I think it's $70 for their "premium" service and they use the Valvoline Restore and Protect for that. He brings a Hyundai filter for now while she is under warranty but he could bring other like Carquest Premium or let them use whatever house version. Biggest thing for your son is getting it changed. My thread with discussions on Walmart Oil Change.

If you are going there and have some tools I would suggest a new PCV valve and hose. CRV Owners Club Forum has pictures of the hose collapsing https://www.crvownersclub.com/threads/pcv-valve.246476/?post_id=1872212#post-1872212 so even a new PCV valve may not work correct otherwise. Watch out with the PCV as it does have a aluminum crush washer on it like oil drain plug. Don't forget to get a new one to replace it also.

Use his VIN to get the correct hose from Honda. Don't do the aftermarket version.

Post #12 HERE also has another picture of the collapsed hose but read the thread anyway.

My daughters '08 CRV with 254K I changed the PCV and hose as part of maintenance. Her hose was not collapsed but old, solid and brittle. She didn't burn any oil prior and still doesn't.

If you can't get the Valvoline Restore and Protect I would use Mobil 1 ESP 0W-30 based on others here at BITOG as also having good cleaning ability.

The Advanced Auto Parts bundle for $38 you should be able to get the Valvoline Restore and Protect and Carquest Premium or Carquest EP filter. I don't have O'Reilly by me and Autozone is hit/miss with hunting for the premium guard filters.

Walmart Oil Change services

 

[Sequoiasoon]

Hardest part with the PCV is the access space. Maybe do that when you are home with more time. I used an angled long needle nose to move that lower clamp. PCV valve is a 17mm. 2002-2006 PCV Valve change another video 2005 PCV.

If you've been doing it all in the past, when you get it home, consider a transmission drain and fill either with factory fluid or something like Valvoline Maxlife. Rear differential if it's 4WD but only use factory Dual Pump fluid. It may be time for a coolant flush, plugs, brake fluid. And of course obligatory checks for tread depth and age on the tires.