04-08-2008, 12:16 PM
mrbaggio Wrote:Any reason you are using 10w/30 rather than the 5w/30 as recommended? I have to change my oil like yesterday, but I have always had 5w/30 in. Just wondering.
Well based on the tables in the owner's manual, 10w/30 was a better fit because of the temperatures the car is operated in. I've also heard because it's slightly thicker it offers a bit more protection under high heat as opposed to thinner oils. Just a little peace of mind I guess at the sacrifice of maybe 1-2 mpg.