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(1) Select engine oil of the proper SAE viscosity number according to the atmospheric

(1) Select engine oil of the proper SAE viscosity number according to the atmospheric temperature. For 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40 and 5W-40 viscosity grade, use only ACEA A3 classification.
(2) Use engine oil conforming to the following classification:

  • ACEA classification: “For service A1, A2 or A3”
  • API classification: “FOR SERVICE SG” or higher

NOTE

Use of additives is not recommended since they may reduce the effectiveness of additives already included in the engine oil. It may result in failure of the mechanical assembly.

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