engine oil... 0w40 and 5w40
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powersteer
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Re: engine oil... 0w40 and 5w40
as long as you are using synthetics, using the thinnest available oil (cold range) is always beneficial for cold start lubrication. i will go for 0w-XX over 5w-XX whenever possible. Assuming all else equal
taking a sample of oil from a manufacturer,
Grade ............................................ Viscosity @ 40º C
0w-40 .......................................................75 cSt
5w-40 .......................................................81 cSt
10w-40 .....................................................98 cSt
even in our climate, the 0w-40 will start to lub the engine properly earlier than the rest
as long as you are using synthetics, using the thinnest available oil (cold range) is always beneficial for cold start lubrication. i will go for 0w-XX over 5w-XX whenever possible. Assuming all else equal
taking a sample of oil from a manufacturer,
Grade ............................................ Viscosity @ 40º C
0w-40 .......................................................75 cSt
5w-40 .......................................................81 cSt
10w-40 .....................................................98 cSt
even in our climate, the 0w-40 will start to lub the engine properly earlier than the rest
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fragglerock
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Re: engine oil... 0w40 and 5w40
Happened to me recently. Had to top up within 3000km and 2000km in sequence. I drained all the oil out (this oil was from PML as I had done my servicing there). Found that the OBC sensor was correct, only 5.5L left. So I refilled 7L of another brand of engine oil to verify that there was actually an oil consumption problem with the engine. Well...touch wood...but it's about 2000km since then and last I checked, oil level still at MAX. Crossing my fingers that this oil lasts another 3000km at least before needing to top up
watten;609088 said:
Happened to me recently. Had to top up within 3000km and 2000km in sequence. I drained all the oil out (this oil was from PML as I had done my servicing there). Found that the OBC sensor was correct, only 5.5L left. So I refilled 7L of another brand of engine oil to verify that there was actually an oil consumption problem with the engine. Well...touch wood...but it's about 2000km since then and last I checked, oil level still at MAX. Crossing my fingers that this oil lasts another 3000km at least before needing to top up
power logic
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Re: engine oil... 0w40 and 5w40
Any bros running redline engine oil? Would like to know your comments...happy with mobil 1 gold currently but would be keen to try out redline during next oil change..
Any bros running redline engine oil? Would like to know your comments...happy with mobil 1 gold currently but would be keen to try out redline during next oil change..
Wh0cArEs
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Re: engine oil... 0w40 and 5w40
the onboard computer actually does not reflect the total qty of engine oil in the engine but rather the top 1L +- a bit. So each bar on the idrive reflects abt 200 to 250 ml of lube.
BMW's tolerance for engine oil consumption is approx. 1L for every 1,000 miles, i.e. 1,600km but if you need to top up >1L within 3,000km, it's worth getting your car checked.
On my car, I change my oil approx. every 5,000km and the engine oil indicator is always at MAX throughout the service interval.
I'm on 5W40 lubes btw.
watten;609088 said:
fragglerock;609253 said:Happened to me recently. Had to top up within 3000km and 2000km in sequence. I drained all the oil out (this oil was from PML as I had done my servicing there). Found that the OBC sensor was correct, only 5.5L left. So I refilled 7L of another brand of engine oil to verify that there was actually an oil consumption problem with the engine. Well...touch wood...but it's about 2000km since then and last I checked, oil level still at MAX. Crossing my fingers that this oil lasts another 3000km at least before needing to top up
the onboard computer actually does not reflect the total qty of engine oil in the engine but rather the top 1L +- a bit. So each bar on the idrive reflects abt 200 to 250 ml of lube.
BMW's tolerance for engine oil consumption is approx. 1L for every 1,000 miles, i.e. 1,600km but if you need to top up >1L within 3,000km, it's worth getting your car checked.
On my car, I change my oil approx. every 5,000km and the engine oil indicator is always at MAX throughout the service interval.
I'm on 5W40 lubes btw.
Re: engine oil... 0w40 and 5w40
I just grabbed a bottle of 5W50 this morning without thinking. Usually I use the recommended 0W40. Ok to pour the 5W50 in my 320i?? My stupid car is also guzzling the oil and I suspect something could be wrong with it... just bought it second-hand I think it's a lemon! Should I bring to PML for a thorough look??
I just grabbed a bottle of 5W50 this morning without thinking. Usually I use the recommended 0W40. Ok to pour the 5W50 in my 320i?? My stupid car is also guzzling the oil and I suspect something could be wrong with it... just bought it second-hand I think it's a lemon! Should I bring to PML for a thorough look??
Re: engine oil... 0w40 and 5w40
A testimonial of a BMW owner having similar issue on the oil..Owner switched to Martini Racing 10w40 group 3+4+5 synthetic base oil and managed to improve the situation..
testimonial11.jpg picture by MartiniRacingProducts - Photobucket
A testimonial of a BMW owner having similar issue on the oil..Owner switched to Martini Racing 10w40 group 3+4+5 synthetic base oil and managed to improve the situation..
testimonial11.jpg picture by MartiniRacingProducts - Photobucket
Re: engine oil... 0w40 and 5w40
The owner has since switched to Martini Sint 0w40 group 4+5 engine oil for better performance..
Sint 40R/T is the highest quality 0w40 full synthetic lubricant suited to the extended oil drain intervals offered by BMW and other leading engine manufacturers. It greatly reduces engine wear and friction while increasing fuel economy. Sint 40R/T meets the latest requirements for modern high technology performance engines and is formulated to be low viscosity at cold temperatures therefore providing greater protection during start up. It reaches maximum viscosity at high temperatures ensuring greater resistance to breakdown in harsh operating conditions. Superior Synthetic formulation guarantees maximum protection for high tech-high output, turbo and non turbo, petrol, L P gas and diesel engines. API SM(SN now)-CF4 Islac GF-4
The owner has since switched to Martini Sint 0w40 group 4+5 engine oil for better performance..
Sint 40R/T is the highest quality 0w40 full synthetic lubricant suited to the extended oil drain intervals offered by BMW and other leading engine manufacturers. It greatly reduces engine wear and friction while increasing fuel economy. Sint 40R/T meets the latest requirements for modern high technology performance engines and is formulated to be low viscosity at cold temperatures therefore providing greater protection during start up. It reaches maximum viscosity at high temperatures ensuring greater resistance to breakdown in harsh operating conditions. Superior Synthetic formulation guarantees maximum protection for high tech-high output, turbo and non turbo, petrol, L P gas and diesel engines. API SM(SN now)-CF4 Islac GF-4
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