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8-1. Specifications
Oil viscosity (0W-16 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-16 indicates the characteristic of the oil which
allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 16 in 0W-16 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil
when the oil is at high temperature. 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.
How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil contain-
ers to help you select the oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
1
Top portion: "API SERVICE SP"
means
designation
Petroleum Institute (API).
Center portion: "SAE 0W-16"
means the SAE viscosity grade.
Lower
Conserving" means that the oil
has
environmental
capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
2
The International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee (ILSAC)
Certification Mark is displayed on the front of the container.
the
oil
quality
by
American
portion:
"Resource-
fuel-saving
and
protection
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