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November 9th, 2009, 8:24 AM

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10W30 vs 5W30

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November 9th, 2009, 2:55 PM

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should be OK.. just give the motor a little more worm up time, and go to the 5W30 at the next change..

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November 9th, 2009, 3:20 PM

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Thank you very much!

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November 9th, 2009, 5:36 PM

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The engineers have came up with the oil weight based on the bearing clearances. The 5w-30 will circulate through the engine faster when cold. I run 0-30 in the engine in the winter because it moves faster when cold so it is better for cold starts. Especially since I remote start it 2 times every morning. I would recommend you change it. It maybe ok but it may not. If not it will not cause immediate damage but it may have effect on long term 9like when the 100k warranty is over). In my opinion it is not worth the risk.

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November 10th, 2009, 2:51 PM

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I agree with MDTAHOE. What happens when you have engine trouble, and the warranty department learns you used 10W30 instead of the 5W30?

Look at is as a high quality, low impact engine dirt flush. The thicker oil won't allow as much dirt to return to the engine, and when you drain it hot in a week or so, you can remove the standing dirt and the 10W30 oil. A new filter and the proper viscosity oil will give you both a fresh start on winter, and peace of mind.

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November 11th, 2009, 11:02 AM

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0 degrees?? I live in Northern Canada. Winter temperatures can go down to -35. I run 10W30 in all of my vehicles - always have ever since they started manufacturing multi-grade oils..