Will 5W-20 in a KIA sportage kill it?

[csandste]

1. At least in the case of my Elantra, the recommendation is to use thicker oils. How many companies still recommend 10w40? Hyundai does. The Sportage engine is probably a lot cruder than the Elantras. For this reason, I'd certainly not go to a lighter oil than recommended.

2. Why not give us a UOA with the Ford and the 5w20? I find the constant posting of Mobil and Amsoil tests repetitive and boring. Rather than speculating on Coastal let's see data.

 

[Hootbro]

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Originally posted by csandste:
......2. Why not give us a UOA with the Ford and the 5w20? I find the constant posting of Mobil and Amsoil tests repetitive and boring. Rather than speculating on Coastal let's see data.

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Will do but It will probably be 3-4 months down the road.

Hootbro