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When can I switch to synthetic oil on new 6.2

Old 06-30-2012, 08:12 AM
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Hey guys! I have a 2012 gmc sierra with about 1100 miles. Can I go ahead and switch to synthetic, and get the break-in oil out? With the mileage on the vehicle, will the rings be seated enough yet? I have done quite a bit of searching and never really got a straight answer on this. Thanks for the input.
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Engines are broken in before they leave the factory. I'd give it till around 2k miles. No reason to waste perfectly good oil.
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Yep I would use Mobil 1 5w-30...it is "dexos" approved which is what GM uses
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Originally Posted by BoneStock
Hey guys! I have a 2012 gmc sierra with about 1100 miles. Can I go ahead and switch to synthetic, and get the break-in oil out? With the mileage on the vehicle, will the rings be seated enough yet? I have done quite a bit of searching and never really got a straight answer on this. Thanks for the input.
Normally the LS engines come from the factory with 5W-30 synthetic.
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At 500km's (~300miles) oil was changed for Castrol Edge 10w-60.


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