What does sae0w20 mean?
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sae0w20 is an engine oil viscosity grade. The number before the 'w' represents the freezing point temperature, with 0w oil corresponding to a freezing point of -35 degrees Celsius. The number after the 'w' indicates the kinematic viscosity of the oil at 100 degrees Celsius; the higher the number, the higher the oil's viscosity. The primary functions of engine oil are to reduce friction and wear on moving parts, remove sludge (one of the functions of dispersants) and varnish (cleaners) from the engine, neutralize acids produced by fuel and lubricant oxidation (cleaners), improve piston ring sealing, and cool the engine by carrying away heat from moving components.