What does 5W-40 mean for car engine oil?

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StJohnny
07/30/25 4:33am
5W-40 for car engine oil indicates that this oil meets the viscosity requirement of 5W at low temperatures and the viscosity requirement of grade 40 at 100°C. The following is an introduction to 5W-40: 1. Explanation of 5W: "W" stands for "winter," meaning it is suitable for winter use. The number 5 before "W" represents the viscosity at low temperatures. The smaller the number, the better the fluidity at low temperatures and the stronger the cold resistance. "W" indicates the temperature range of the oil's usage, ranging from 0W, 5W, 10W, 15W, 20W, 25W, etc. The smaller the number, the better the low-temperature fluidity, allowing it to perform better under low-temperature conditions. 2. Explanation of 40: 40 represents the viscosity of the oil at 100°C. The grades include SAE20, 30, 40, 50, 60, with higher numbers indicating higher viscosity. 5W50 is commonly referred to as multi-grade oil.
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