You are not going to save more than a buck a quart going elsewhere. They also say 15K mile oil changes are fine. He recommends Lubro Moly 10W-60 made in Germany , full synthetic oil. Pay what dealers pay by using this option! Have an extra quart handy to top off when necessary. Here is a spec sheet As for Total Quartz Racing 10W 50, I plan on using that oil during the summer when I race at the track. Just pour in with old oil, let idle around 15 minutes do not drive! However, Mobil 1 0W-40 is used by Porsche and Honda in their race engines typically changed after every race or two for what that's worth.
The Kv40 viscosity runs from a low of 63. Better gas mileage on 0w-30. Look no further than your neighborhood Firestone Complete Auto Care. Then click Checkout after you've added your last item to the cart. If it isn't printed on the oil cap, check your owners manual for the exact type before adding new oil. M1 0 W40 shears really badly in environments with direct fuel injection, and extreme heat, which is what our N54 is.
This product is superior to anything you can get mixed with your fuel from the gas station pump. I usually just have a quart or two in the car with me for this instance. We'll take care of you quickly, with the right oil at the right price. BavAuto also recently wrote an article on Lubro Moly in the Fall 2009 edition of their newsletter. However, Mobil 1 0W-40 is used by Porsche and Honda in their race engines typically changed after every race or two for what that's worth.
If your 335i is too low to the ground to access your drain plug and oil filter, be sure to use jack stands and safe jacking procedures before getting under your 335i. The 10W-50 is not approved and too thick to consider, as it may compromise cooling of the pistons. You'll be hard pressed to ever see an engine failure directly related to the oil you use. The only way to accurately compare the oils includes this rating. Here is another article that gives well defined definitions for all these words! Pick the one that best meets your driving distance each year and match it up with the corresponding lube.
All of these fluids are extremely harmful to your eyes and skin so it is important to protect yourself. Sorry to go off topic, but is there a resource that shows how to change the fluid ona manual trans and what fluid to use?. Use liqui moly or motul for your peace of mind then. If you follow the Owners Manual, at least you are following the suggestions of those who designed the car. As far as I know, there are currently no retail oils in the U. After my warranty ended I chose to take my car to a very reputable mechanic who works on high performance cars regularly.
BavAuto also recently wrote an article on Lubro Moly in the Fall 2009 edition of their newsletter. Only my Z4 ever needed oil between changes and that was 1 quart. The 10W-50 is not approved and too thick to consider, as it may compromise cooling of the pistons. . They do not all do it and may burn at different rates depending on conditions or how you drive, but unless you burn more than a quart per 1k miles, it is normal. I've always had good luck with it in all my other vehicles especially motorcycles and when I find something that works for me I stick with it.
For your convenience, our locations are open late and on weekends. Where did you get this information? Too much parafin in it. Most importantly, you get a chance to look around under your 335i for potential trouble spots. That oil can handle the heat, with no shearing. I only get the add oil light every 6-7000 miles.
If you do use it, i'd be changing it every 4-5K miles to be on the safe side! See others posts re: this. You never know what could be dripping down from the engine, battery acid, engine coolant, brake fluid, etc. Too much parafin in it. Either of the lubricants below are specific for this vehicle and meet manufacture's recommended lubrication specification. A true synthetic, made in Germany. They also say 15K mile oil changes are fine. I use Amsoil 5w-40 Euro Formula.
That extra bottle of 5W-30 oil should be fine to keep in the car for top-offs should the need arise. . All the smart buyers go with this. Can handle cold temperatures as far as -38F. There are oils out there which are not approved but better then just about anything that is approved.