Can I use 5W-30 in my Honda CRV?
5W30 is perfectly fine. In fact according to the 2014 CRV 2.4L Owner’s Manual in Japan 0W20 and 5W30 are both recommended grades of oil.
What kind of oil does my 2006 Honda CRV take?
Engine Oil
| Viscosity: | 5W-20 (All TEMPS) |
|---|---|
| Capacity: | 4.2 quarts. w/ofAfter refill check oil level. 4.4 quarts (with filter)After refill check oil level. |
| Torque: | 33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug) |
What is the best oil for Honda CRV?
Recommended engine oil for the Honda CR-V is 10W40 synthetic grade oil, however we recommend you to stick with mineral engine oil for the initial 10,000kms.
Is it OK to use a 5W 30 engine?
No, not true. A 5W-30 full synthetic will flow fine. If you look at the owner’s manual for the same Toyota engines in many other countries, they specify 5W-30 for better engine longevity. The reason why they specify 0W-20 (and new cars are trying to go lower such as 0W-16) is for better gas mileage.
What kind of oil should I put in my Honda CRV?
Recommended engine oil for the Honda CR-V is 0W-20 synthetic oil, but I recommend that you work with mineral oil for the first 10,000 km. However, you can use any brand name 5W20, mineral or synthetic, and replace it and the filter in due course.
Can you put 0W20 oil in an engine?
0w20 is a fully synthetic motor oil. 0w being the winter weight, the viscosity of the oil at freezing temperatures. 20 is the finishing weight or how thick it is, when the engine is at operating temperature. 5w30 can be fully synthetic, however, putting it into your engine which is designed for 0w20 is a bad idea.
When to use 5W30 oil in central Texas?
Pretty sure it doesnt get that cold in central Texas too often. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions. Neither high nor extreme were defined in the owners manual.
No, not true. A 5W-30 full synthetic will flow fine. If you look at the owner’s manual for the same Toyota engines in many other countries, they specify 5W-30 for better engine longevity. The reason why they specify 0W-20 (and new cars are trying to go lower such as 0W-16) is for better gas mileage.
Recommended engine oil for the Honda CR-V is 0W-20 synthetic oil, but I recommend that you work with mineral oil for the first 10,000 km. However, you can use any brand name 5W20, mineral or synthetic, and replace it and the filter in due course.
Pretty sure it doesnt get that cold in central Texas too often. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions. Neither high nor extreme were defined in the owners manual.
Which is cheaper 5W-20 or 0W-30 oil?
Sometimes consumers want cheaper oil, and you can buy a cheap version of 5W-20 in conventional formulation, while 0W-20 is only made in full synthetic and hence is priced higher.