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I just picked up a Q7 TDI and am very new to diesels.
The dealership I bought the Q7 from (Chevy dealer) used Mobil 1 Delvac 5w-40 before delivery for an oil change. I am concerned because of the ash content. It's at 1.0 when I know most VW/Audi 507 spec oils, specifically the Castrol 5w-30 LL03 is listed at 0.6
Will the Delvac cause issues with my DPF? I have heard nothing bad about Delvac, but I don't know if it will work in my application. Anyone run it in a 3.0 L TDI?
Oil has about 2,000 miles on it. Don't know if it's wise to switch it out for say the Mobil 1 5w-30 ESP. Which may be hard to find since supposedly it's discontinued. I live in Utah were Temps don't usually get below freezing for very long but obviously it does get cold.
Any guidance and advice greatly appreciated!
Thanks!
I just picked up a Q7 TDI and am very new to diesels.
The dealership I bought the Q7 from (Chevy dealer) used Mobil 1 Delvac 5w-40 before delivery for an oil change. I am concerned because of the ash content. It's at 1.0 when I know most VW/Audi 507 spec oils, specifically the Castrol 5w-30 LL03 is listed at 0.6
Will the Delvac cause issues with my DPF? I have heard nothing bad about Delvac, but I don't know if it will work in my application. Anyone run it in a 3.0 L TDI?
Oil has about 2,000 miles on it. Don't know if it's wise to switch it out for say the Mobil 1 5w-30 ESP. Which may be hard to find since supposedly it's discontinued. I live in Utah were Temps don't usually get below freezing for very long but obviously it does get cold.
Any guidance and advice greatly appreciated!
Thanks!
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