Hi all, long time reader, and I finally have some questions that I can't find the answers to in existing posts. I have recently purchased a 2019 Toyota Landcruiser 76 series, with a 4.5L V8 single turbo diesel engine, 2019 model. The manufacturers requirement is for a C2 oil, with 0w30 weight preferred, or 5w30 otherwise. The vehicle has a DPF, and EGR. It has no engine modifications, or any kind of aftermarket tune. I live in Sydney, Australia where at the coldest it's 0 degrees celsius, and in summer is above 40 degrees celsius.
I have access to Havoline ProDS f 0w30 engine oil for an excellent price. it is 0w30, and ACEA C2. I intend to use this for the remainder of the warranty period. Now for my questions:
1. Is there any reason why Havoline ProDS f is not a good choice of oil
2. The manufacturer calls for 10,000km/6 month oil change intervals. I will often not do 10,000km in 6 months. Is there any reason why (apart from warranty) that I should not extend it to 10,000km/12 months? I have never had to change oil at 6 months on any other vehicle before.
3. Once the warranty is over, what oil should I choose? My reading on here tells me a C3 will have the same properties as the C2, but with possibly better protection. What viscosity should I choose? I was thinking 5w40, given the temps where i live. Or should i stick to 0w30/5w30? Is there an API rating I can use instead?
cheers,
Dan
I have access to Havoline ProDS f 0w30 engine oil for an excellent price. it is 0w30, and ACEA C2. I intend to use this for the remainder of the warranty period. Now for my questions:
1. Is there any reason why Havoline ProDS f is not a good choice of oil
2. The manufacturer calls for 10,000km/6 month oil change intervals. I will often not do 10,000km in 6 months. Is there any reason why (apart from warranty) that I should not extend it to 10,000km/12 months? I have never had to change oil at 6 months on any other vehicle before.
3. Once the warranty is over, what oil should I choose? My reading on here tells me a C3 will have the same properties as the C2, but with possibly better protection. What viscosity should I choose? I was thinking 5w40, given the temps where i live. Or should i stick to 0w30/5w30? Is there an API rating I can use instead?
cheers,
Dan