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i know that this is very subjective and I also know that if i search here and the famous bobis site, some will say that every brand synthetic 5w30 is exactly the same and others will analyze specs and standards
i do not understand any of the science behind these claims one way or another
so my question is this:
if you own an ES that has over 200k miles and no engine issues or leaks, what oil have you been using and how often do you change it?
did you switch with age of the car?
thanks
i do not understand any of the science behind these claims one way or another
so my question is this:
if you own an ES that has over 200k miles and no engine issues or leaks, what oil have you been using and how often do you change it?
did you switch with age of the car?
thanks
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The best oil for that engine are:
Amsoil Signature 5W30
Mobil 1 EP 5W3
Mine has 102000 and I drive since 55000.
If you have 200000 then put M1 5W30 HM
Amsoil Signature 5W30
Mobil 1 EP 5W3
Mine has 102000 and I drive since 55000.
If you have 200000 then put M1 5W30 HM
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Do you know what brand/type of oil has been used in the car. If so then use the same whether it be dino or syn . If dino then change every 5000 miles and if syn then 7500 miles is OK.
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it has 96k miles
should i swich to m1 syn 5w30 ep
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Anytime there is a question of what is the best oil or the best gas or the best tires you will always get a million answers from everyone who claims to be an expert and knows the right answer. So my recommendation is for you to use what was used or an equivalent. Pick what you want as the difference is insignificant to your application. Follow the book for oil change recommendations and you shouldn't have a problem.
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If you have no leaks or oil burning, stay with 5/30 synthetic - its the weight Toyota recommends for the 3.5's. I switched to M1 Extended 10/30 at about 80K because it mostly stopped the seepage from the timing cover. I use synthetic filters (Wix XP, M1, Purolator, Fram Ultra) and change oil at 10K. I've had the oil analyzed twice and this oil change interval with the Extended syn works for our ES350. Went past 200K a couple months ago. Engines runs well and doesn't burn oil. Loss from the timing cover is minimal and requires no make-up oil.
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If you have no leaks or oil burning, stay with 5/30 synthetic - its the weight Toyota recommends for the 3.5's. I switched to M1 Extended 10/30 at about 80K because it mostly stopped the seepage from the timing cover. I use synthetic filters (Wix XP, M1, Purolator, Fram Ultra) and change oil at 10K. I've had the oil analyzed twice and this oil change interval with the Extended syn works for our ES350. Went past 200K a couple months ago. Engines runs well and doesn't burn oil. Loss from the timing cover is minimal and requires no make-up oil.
what do lexus dealers in other countries use and how come there is toyota brand 0w20 syn but no toyota brand 5w30 syn?
and would it hurt to use toyota brand 0w20 syn?
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I didn't know Toyota used M1 at their service shops as I have always done my own oil changes. Our Lexus has only been to the dealer twice, when it got it there to be sold and for a warranty claim for shimming brakes. I use it because it's a proven quality oil and has fared excellent in oil analysis' - better than Valvoline Max, the only other oil our Lexus has seen. Using 0/20 may lead to leaks and oil consumption because it is thinner than 5/30 and the 3.5 V6 is not designed for it. That being said, many have used it with no reported issues. You'll get better gas mileage and may be a better choice in cold climates.
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i've been wondering though why all toyota and lexus dealers in the us use mobil? are they under a contract?
what do lexus dealers in other countries use and how come there is toyota brand 0w20 syn but no toyota brand 5w30 syn?
and would it hurt to use toyota brand 0w20 syn?
what do lexus dealers in other countries use and how come there is toyota brand 0w20 syn but no toyota brand 5w30 syn?
and would it hurt to use toyota brand 0w20 syn?
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I’ve been using mobil1 or penzoil synthetic for many years. Those are two best oils you can buy in store. Amsoil is better based on their claims, but not worth 2x-3x price of mobil1.
if you plan to change oil every 5k miles, then I am sure u dont need to use synthetic and your car will work fine till 200k miles.
the only reason I use synthetic because I do DIY and buy synthetic cheap at wallmart.
if you plan to change oil every 5k miles, then I am sure u dont need to use synthetic and your car will work fine till 200k miles.
the only reason I use synthetic because I do DIY and buy synthetic cheap at wallmart.
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i've been wondering though why all toyota and lexus dealers in the us use mobil? are they under a contract?
what do lexus dealers in other countries use and how come there is toyota brand 0w20 syn but no toyota brand 5w30 syn?
and would it hurt to use toyota brand 0w20 syn?
what do lexus dealers in other countries use and how come there is toyota brand 0w20 syn but no toyota brand 5w30 syn?
and would it hurt to use toyota brand 0w20 syn?
who said all? My lexus dealer uses pennzoil synthetic as a default synthetic oil when you ask for synthetic oil change.
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