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Old 02-12-2003, 06:16 PM   #1
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5w or 10w

Hey, I brought my civic back in Nov. and I am about to change the oil. On my oil cap it says 5w, but I thought that is only if you live in places like Alaska. If i put 10w when it asks for 5, will it screw it up? I live in CT where it can get cold but i dont think i need 5w. Also I will be putting synthetic in my car. what do you suggest.
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Old 02-12-2003, 06:53 PM   #2
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I suggest 5w 30 until your engine starts to get higher mileage. Honda actually recommends the use of 5w 30. How many miles does your car have?
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Old 02-12-2003, 06:53 PM   #3
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If it says 5w, put 5w in it. It's there for a reason.

Mine required 5W-20. Weird...
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Old 02-12-2003, 06:58 PM   #4
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I have 27,250 on it now.
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Old 02-12-2003, 07:16 PM   #5
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put whatever is recommended...for me its 5w-30
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Old 02-12-2003, 08:39 PM   #6
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yeah i wouldent screw around with various oil weights and whatever
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Old 02-13-2003, 01:02 AM   #7
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I use 5-30 and I'm not in Alaska
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