What is the most suitable engine oil for the new ix35?
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The original factory engine oil brand for the new ix35 is Beijing Hyundai's specialized engine oil. If you want to change the engine oil during later maintenance, you can choose brands such as Shell, Mobil, Castrol, or Total. The recommended engine oil specifications for the new ix35 in the official manual are 5W-20 and 5W-30. Any engine oil model that meets these two specifications can be used. The viscosity of engine oil changes with temperature, so special attention should be paid to its performance under low and high temperatures. For example, in 5W-30, the first number indicates low-temperature fluidity—5W means it can withstand temperatures as low as -30°C. The smaller this number, the better the low-temperature fluidity, resulting in smoother cold starts for the car. The latter number represents the kinematic viscosity of the oil at 100°C. The higher the value, the better it maintains viscosity under high temperatures, which can also be understood as better lubrication performance under high-temperature conditions. The method for changing the engine oil in the new ix35 is as follows: Wait for the engine temperature to drop, allowing the oil to flow back into the oil pan; Use a wrench to loosen the oil drain plug and place an oil pan to catch the old oil until it stops flowing. Start the engine for 30 seconds to allow the oil in the main oil passage to drain out; Use a specialized wrench to remove the oil filter; apply engine oil to the oil seal of the new oil filter and tighten it clockwise by hand; Add the new engine oil through the oil filler cap on the engine valve cover, usually filling about three-quarters of the oil bottle; Start the engine and let it run for 5 minutes, checking for oil leaks around the drain plug and oil filter. If there are any leaks, perform necessary repairs; After stopping the engine, pull out the oil dipstick to check if the engine oil level is within the standard range.
