I'm getting ready to perform the first scheduled oil & filter change on my 2013 Chevrolet Volt as I pass 24,000 miles (also very nearly 24 months). As per the manufacturer's recommendations, I intend to use a Dexos rated 5W-30 oil. Left to my own devices, I will probably purchase Mobil1 Extended Performance 5W-30 in the gold-top jug. I'm open to any additional suggestions though.
I'm really more stumped by the selection of filters which appear to be available. My first choice would typically be a mobil filter, but they do not appear to offer a product which is a listed direct fit. I have been told that the M1-101 "works." I can purchase the ac/delco PF65 online for under $10 shipped. Perhaps this is the obvious choice, but I'd like to hear any alternative opinions. I do see that Wix has an option and Purolator lists one of their basic line (L16161) as an option. Maybe there are other choices I haven't considered.
For those not familiar with the Volt, the internal combustion engine only runs in certain circumstances (eg. battery depleted, extreme cold weather starts, hill climbing, hard acceleration, and at the user's command). I would say my engine runs for short periods (usually less than 20 miles in any given day) and only occasionally (engine may run once or twice a month). In total, just less than 10% of my accrued miles have been powered by the gas engine.
Thanks in advance for any thoughts, comments, questions, opinions, advice, rants, etc...
Dan
I'm really more stumped by the selection of filters which appear to be available. My first choice would typically be a mobil filter, but they do not appear to offer a product which is a listed direct fit. I have been told that the M1-101 "works." I can purchase the ac/delco PF65 online for under $10 shipped. Perhaps this is the obvious choice, but I'd like to hear any alternative opinions. I do see that Wix has an option and Purolator lists one of their basic line (L16161) as an option. Maybe there are other choices I haven't considered.
For those not familiar with the Volt, the internal combustion engine only runs in certain circumstances (eg. battery depleted, extreme cold weather starts, hill climbing, hard acceleration, and at the user's command). I would say my engine runs for short periods (usually less than 20 miles in any given day) and only occasionally (engine may run once or twice a month). In total, just less than 10% of my accrued miles have been powered by the gas engine.
Thanks in advance for any thoughts, comments, questions, opinions, advice, rants, etc...
Dan