Can I directly switch from 5w40 to 5w30?

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NovaDella
07/29/25 2:55pm
In most cases, you can switch from 5W40 engine oil to 5W30, but there are three situations where it is not recommended. Below are the detailed explanations: Not recommended to switch if abnormal noises occur: When the engine shows slight abnormal noises after switching to 5W30 oil, but the noises reduce or disappear after switching back to 5W40 oil, it is not recommended to make the switch. Not recommended to switch if fuel consumption is stable: If the engine has been using 5W40 oil for a long time and the fuel consumption and performance remain normal, it is not recommended to switch to 5W30 oil. Not recommended to switch if oil burning occurs: If slight oil burning occurs after switching to 5W30 oil, it is not recommended to make the switch.
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