Accidently added about half cup of clr in on top of oil?

Tiny
JAKE MALACHI HARTMAN
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  • 2005 SUBARU OUTBACK
  • 4 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 170,000 MILES
We had a leak and was just trying to stay up on it just had full oil change and new filter a few days ago. Will this ruin my car I've only driven it about 15 minutes so far and just did it about an hour ago.
Monday, February 3rd, 2025 AT 1:27 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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I would change the oil and filter ASAP. If the engine sounds okay, then no damage was done. Here is a guide to help walk you through the step with instructions for your car in the images below:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-engine-oil-and-filter

Engine Oil

Grade .................... SL Energy Conserving II

Above -20° C (0° F) .................... 10W-30, 10W-40

Below 40° C (100° F) .................... 5W-30 (preferred)

Recommended grade and viscosity for severe driving conditions -

If the vehicle is used in desert areas, in areas with very high temperatures, or used for heavy-duty applications such as towing a trailer, use of oil with the following grade and viscosities is recommended.

API Classification SL or SJ

SAE Viscosity 30, 40, 10W-50, 20W-40, 20W-50

Capacities

Oil capacity .................... 4.0 L (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt)

Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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Tuesday, February 4th, 2025 AT 9:51 AM

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