Which Oil for my Car?

Raistlin · 02-05-2010, 11:09

Anybody know what oil I should put in my car?

It's an '02 plate Citreon Xsara SX 2.0HDi 110.

Apparently I should be able to look it up here but the site doesn't work on the iPhone

Ta muchly

iain_herts · 02-05-2010, 11:12

if i done it right this is what the site says

Engine (DT) Edge Turbo Diesel 5W-40 4.3
MAGNATEC 10W-40 A3/B4

Manual Transmission Syntrax Universal 1.8

Automatic Transmission -

Differential From Gearbox

Coolant REFER TO MAIN DEALER (a)

Braking System Response Super DOT 4

Power Steering ATF TQ DIII (b)

Wheel Bearings LM Grease

Raistlin · 02-05-2010, 11:16

Ok, thanks

It seems to suggest I need 5W-40 or 10W-40.

How do I know which is best? Does it matter if what I put in is different to what's already there?

Wayfair · 02-05-2010, 11:35

The 5w and 10w are the figures when the oil will thicken up due to cold weather 'measured in straight weight' and therefore what your engine can pump, 5w can be pumped at a lower temp, so no it don't really make a difference to what's already in it as the rec for your car is the 10w-40, ref: http://www.opieoils.co.uk/products-f...-packs#results

Are you changing it all or just topping it up?

Raistlin · 02-05-2010, 11:44

Just topping up slightly. Level's a little low.

Wayfair · 02-05-2010, 12:11

If it's just a smidge then it's not really wise to go for the real good stuff as adding new to old is the same as the effect in a chip pan, it wares down real real quick.

Raistlin · 02-05-2010, 13:05

Put some of Halfords' own 10W-40 oil for diesels in it - didn't need that much, was just getting slightly low was all - thanks guys

Hom3r · 02-05-2010, 13:34

If you pop in to Halford they have a book were you see hat car you have and it tells you the grade.

Personally I would use what the manufacturer suggest, even if it costs more.