2014 Escape Ecoboost 1.6

[DAC17]

Ford recommends a 5W20 for this engine, but that seems a little thin for a turbo. Anyone have any experience, or see any downside to using M1 0W30 in the car? I have three five-quart jugs hanging around, which is why I ask.

Thanks.

 

[Rand]

I honestly dont think it would matter at all, However I dont think it will have any advantage over 5w20 unless you are going to take it to the race track.

or possibly tow through death valley.

 

[simple_gifts]

"seems" isn't really a technique for making an informed decision.

 

[Danh]

To keep your warranty intact, stick with the 5w/20 Ford recommends. This engine was designed with 5w/20 in mind. The 2.0 EcoBoost specs 5w/30 as that is the oil for which it was designed.

 

[demarpaint]

Need more info: What does the OM say? Any choices or is it one size fits all?

 

[147_Grain]

Take a hard look at a 30-weight synthetic for your turbo application.

 

[Rand]

OM says 5w20 only.

 

[Hyde244]

Follow the manufacturer specs and...

 

[Ram01]

5w20 might be too thin for a turbo engine

 

[itguy08]

Originally Posted By: Ram01
5w20 might be too thin for a turbo engine


Naaah. The car in my signature has been fed 5w20 all it's life. No chance of slowing down now. I'm sure Ford did their homework.

 

[3putter]

use your stash and sleep well.