Originally Posted By: demarpaint
What oil grade was used before the rebuild? Your answer might lie there if the vehicle was properly maintained. I'd try a different grade than what was used prior, if he stuck to that grade. To need a rebuild after 130K miles doesn't sound too impressive to me, mountains or not.
This 2.4L motor I believe was part of the Hyundai/Kia recall for engine replacement due to manufacturing defects at their American plants. Personally unless you're in a severe cold climate I'd use the 5w-30.
What oil grade was used before the rebuild? Your answer might lie there if the vehicle was properly maintained. I'd try a different grade than what was used prior, if he stuck to that grade. To need a rebuild after 130K miles doesn't sound too impressive to me, mountains or not.
This 2.4L motor I believe was part of the Hyundai/Kia recall for engine replacement due to manufacturing defects at their American plants. Personally unless you're in a severe cold climate I'd use the 5w-30.