What is the impact of switching from 5w30 to 5w40 on the engine?

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LaParker
07/29/25 5:50pm
Switching from 5w30 to 5w40 is better for the engine because 5w40 oil is more resistant to high temperatures. Below is relevant information about automotive engine oil: 1. Mineral oil: Mineral oil is a commonly used lubricant on the market. It is derived from the useful substances separated during petroleum refining, such as gasoline and aviation fuel, with the remaining base oil further processed and extracted. 2. Semi-synthetic oil: Semi-synthetic oil is a product purified through hydrocracking technology based on mineral oil, consisting of a 4:6 mixture of mineral oil and full synthetic oil. Its purity is very close to that of full synthetic oil. 3. Full synthetic oil: Full synthetic oil is a high-grade oil among engine oils. It is derived from ethylene and propylene dispersed from natural gas or gas in crude oil, which then undergoes polymerization, catalysis, and other complex chemical reactions to form a lubricating fluid composed of large molecules.
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