Cold Temperature Operation; What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use - Chevrolet Malibu 2010 Owner's Manual

What Kind of Engine Oil to Use

Look for three things:
•
GM6094M
Use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M.
•
SAE 5W-30
SAE 5W-30 is best for the vehicle. These numbers
on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50.
•
American Petroleum Institute (API) starburst symbol
Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meeting
GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended
oil can result in engine damage not covered by
the vehicle warranty.

Cold Temperature Operation

If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature
falls below −20°F (−29°C), use either an SAE 5W-30
synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 engine oil. Both provide
easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low
temperatures. Always use an oil that meets the required
specification, GM6094M. See "What Kind of Engine
Oil to Use" for more information.
Oils meeting these
requirements should have
the starburst symbol on the
container. This symbol
indicates that the oil has
been certified by the
American Petroleum
Institute (API).
6-21