What brand of engine oil does the Baojun 510 use?
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The Baojun 510 uses the Shanghai GM Wuling original SM/GF-4 5W-30 engine oil. According to the official maintenance manual, the Baojun 510 requires SM-grade engine oil with a viscosity rating of 5W-30. Below are the specific details about the Baojun 510: 1. The Baojun 510 is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine from GM's global strategy. 2. The engine has a maximum power output of 82kW and a peak torque of 147N·m, providing ample power and stable performance. Here are specific details about the engine oil: 1. In terms of selection, avoid using inferior oil products as they can cause severe engine wear and affect the vehicle's normal operation. 2. On the engine oil packaging, '5W-30' indicates the viscosity rating. This means the oil is a multi-grade oil, with different viscosity levels at low temperatures (cold start) and high temperatures (operation).
I've been driving the Baojun 510 for almost two years now. The vehicle manual recommends using 5W-30 engine oil, with no strict requirements on the brand, but SAIC-GM-Wuling's official partners usually offer Kunlun or Shell. I've been using Shell's Ultra Synthetic fully synthetic oil, which matches the viscosity well—the engine noise has reduced, and fuel consumption has stabilized a bit. When choosing an engine oil brand, the key is to check for certification marks like API SN or ILSAC; avoid randomly changing viscosity grades as it can damage the engine. I make sure to change the oil every 7,500 kilometers, always checking the oil level with the dipstick. By the way, don’t just focus on the brand—fully synthetic oil may be more expensive, but it lasts longer, making it more cost-effective in the long run. Always go to a reliable repair shop for oil changes and avoid cheap, no-name brands.
