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Old 09-25-2008, 05:21 PM
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I went and bought oil today and accidentally bought 5w20 instead of 5w30. Is this gonna hurt anything or should I go exchange for the 5w30? Its a 2002 Trans Am btw. Thanks Guys
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Old 09-25-2008, 05:35 PM
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I'd exchange it. Manual calls for 5w30 or 10w30.
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dont run it, way too thin
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Newer Ford (post-2001 or so) engines run 5W20, which also includes Mercury, Mazda etc. I think other manufacturers have started using it too. It is designed to allow tighter internal clearances as I understand it. Definitely shouldn't be run in an engine not designed for it.
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Bad idea... take it back and exchange it.
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Inform yourself It's worth the read

http://ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=136052
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Inform yourself It's worth the read

http://ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=136052
wow im still chewing on it. thanks
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