Engine - Winter OIl Recommendations

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Classification GI86-0001

Bulletin No. TS86-002

Date January 14, 1986
WINTER ENGINE OIL, ALL MODELS


This bulletin highlights engine oil specifications to be used during the winter months.

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Gasoline Engine

^ 5W-30 oil is acceptable for use when the outside temperature is below 60~F (16~C). 5W-30 oil MUST be used if the outside temperature drops below 0~F(-18~C).

^ 10W-30 (preferred) or 10W-40 oil may be used if the outside temperature NEVER drops below 0~F(-18~C).

^ NEVER use a straight weight oil (e.g. 30) in a gasoline engine.


Diesel Engine

^ 5W-30 oil is acceptable for use when the outside temperature is below 60~F (16~C). 5W-30 oil MUST be used if the outside temperature drops below 0~F(-18~C).

^ 10W-30 oil may be used if the outside temperature NEVER drops below 0~F(-18~C).

^ 15W-40 oil may be used if the outside temperature NEVER drops below 20~F(-7~C).

^ 30 oil may be used if the outside temperature NEVER drops below 32~F(0~C).
ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATIONS


Non-Turbo Engine API SF (Energy Conserving Oils)*

Turbo Engine API SF/CC or SF/CD**

Diesel Engine API SE/CC, SF/CC, SE/CD, SF/CD or CD


*Non-energy conserving oils or API SE grade oils can also be used in 1982 and before models.

**API SE grade oils can also be used in 1983 and before models.