Hi,
My 2015 VW Amarok 2.0 diesel oil temperature gets to approx. 140c+ (284f+) peak when towing up a long hill. It will sit around 130c to 135c (266f to 275f).
Factory fill is Castrol EDGE 5W-30 LL. I tow regularly.
Would switching to a suitable 0W-40 or 5W-40 protect the engine better when towing? If yes, any suggestions?
Also, factory interval is 15,000km (9320 miles), should I be changing it sooner given the the temps I see?
Thanks.
My 2015 VW Amarok 2.0 diesel oil temperature gets to approx. 140c+ (284f+) peak when towing up a long hill. It will sit around 130c to 135c (266f to 275f).
Factory fill is Castrol EDGE 5W-30 LL. I tow regularly.
Would switching to a suitable 0W-40 or 5W-40 protect the engine better when towing? If yes, any suggestions?
Also, factory interval is 15,000km (9320 miles), should I be changing it sooner given the the temps I see?
Thanks.