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Engine oil
It should be quite apparent that I am not a mechanic and I do need to ask a question
I need to top up my engine oil in my 2.7 D3 TDV6 and I want to be really sure I use the correct grade /type
My question is whilst earlier postings confirm what my hand book says, Castrol 5W 30 ACEA B/B3
I am confused about using semi of fully synthetic oil which I believe this is.
I had thought that older engines (whatever that means) or higher mileage engines should use mineral oil???? My engine has just covered 118K
Grateful for comments, all the best
Dean
The TDV6 is not an "older engine" and should use fully synthetic oil. The recommended oil is Castrol Magnatec 5W30 A1 which I stick to (having been supeceeded by Castrol Edge, it strikes the right balance of cost vs "quality", IMO). Some might decide to use a thicker oil on a higher mileage engine but 118K is quite reasonable for these engines. Current: Discovery 3 06MY (55 reg) HSE Auto Zambezi Silver Allisport Fast Road Intercooler, V8 Brakes, Silicone IC Hoses, EGRs Blanked, Remapped, De-Cat pipe, FBHIC
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13th Jun 2015 8:59 am
deanslandy
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Perfect, now I understand.
Thanks Lost for Words
13th Jun 2015 9:02 am
Disco dazboy
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A1 has now been replaced by A5! D3 x2 now gone
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Has it? In what respect exactly? Current: Discovery 3 06MY (55 reg) HSE Auto Zambezi Silver Allisport Fast Road Intercooler, V8 Brakes, Silicone IC Hoses, EGRs Blanked, Remapped, De-Cat pipe, FBHIC
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13th Jun 2015 10:02 am
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I'd also heard the same, my understanding is A1 is being discontinued
13th Jun 2015 10:05 am
Disco dazboy
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A5 meets and exceeds A1 spec which is being discontinued! D3 x2 now gone
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Right, so it's not an updated recomendation, just a change in the standards. Cheers. Current: Discovery 3 06MY (55 reg) HSE Auto Zambezi Silver Allisport Fast Road Intercooler, V8 Brakes, Silicone IC Hoses, EGRs Blanked, Remapped, De-Cat pipe, FBHIC
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13th Jun 2015 10:12 am
deanslandy
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Hi
Only Castrol Magnatec 5W-30 on shelf locally is C2. Have bought couple of ltrs but want to check if this is ok before I use it
Comments welcome please
Hopefully a
13th Jun 2015 10:20 am
deanslandy
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I understand that C2 is for engines fitted with DPF and mine isn't, can this still be used on mine though. Dont want to do any damage here
I don't think you're the first to do that and I think the concensus was not to use it.
It's not something to risk even though it would probably be fine.Current: Discovery 3 06MY (55 reg) HSE Auto Zambezi Silver Allisport Fast Road Intercooler, V8 Brakes, Silicone IC Hoses, EGRs Blanked, Remapped, De-Cat pipe, FBHIC
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13th Jun 2015 10:48 am
deanslandy
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Thank Lost for Words, I will go with Castrol Magnatec 5W30 A. They have it at local Halfords so will pick some up in morning and take other back for refund
Thanks fot advice appreciated and I'm glad I asked as don't want to damage anything
Just had Flack do my belts, tensioners, oil and water pump etc so I am keen to look after things
Lovely motor, I have to say the best motor I have had
Always better safe than sorry. Current: Discovery 3 06MY (55 reg) HSE Auto Zambezi Silver Allisport Fast Road Intercooler, V8 Brakes, Silicone IC Hoses, EGRs Blanked, Remapped, De-Cat pipe, FBHIC
Freelander 2 2007 HSE Manual Tambora Flame
Previous: FL2 56 reg SE Manual Black (written off )
Disco 3 06 reg B7S Manual Rimini Red
Disco 2 TD5 Y reg ES Manual Blue - Chipped
Several Discovery 300 TDis
13th Jun 2015 2:30 pm
deanslandy
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Disco Dazboy is spot on, went to Halfords earlier today and despite web site saying A1, sure enough it's been replaced with A5
Thanks everyone
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