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2002 Daihatsu Other Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Performance, Engine performance.
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Asked on October 23, 2008

Models burning smear from engine oil

Engine Performance problem
2002 Other Daihatsu Models Front Wheel Drive Manual 120000 miles

my engine oil left 50% after 3000km driven, and had burning smear. my engine recommended 10w-30 but i used 5w-20. Can it be due to that ?
I having excellent performance with 5w-20, if i go back to 10w-30 , my car is no as powerful.

my question is can 5w-20 damage my car engine, what if i change my oil every 3000km ?
can i still used this type of engine oil ?
Avatar Asked by kookenmy

Answer

Replied on April 6, 2009

you need to use the recomended oils for the vehicle or damage can occur !!

Tiny Answered by Dave H (expert)
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