What kind of engine oil should be used for Honda Haoying maintenance?
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Both the Honda Haoying 1.5T and 2.0 models use 0w20 (4L) fully synthetic engine oil for maintenance. Below are the relevant details: 1. Definition: Engine oil, also known as motor lubricant, serves functions such as lubrication and wear reduction, auxiliary cooling, sealing to prevent leaks, rust and corrosion prevention, and shock absorption. It is often referred to as the 'blood' of a car. 2. Precautions: Never use an adjustable wrench to remove the oil drain plug, as it can easily strip the threads. Loosening the oil filler cap before draining the oil will allow the old oil to flow out more smoothly. When tightening the oil drain plug, apply just enough force to secure it without over-tightening and damaging the threads. Some oil drain plugs come with copper washers to prevent leaks, which need to be replaced periodically. The oil drain plug itself should also be replaced regularly.
A veteran driver with five years of experience in the Honda Haoying shares: This car's manufacturer recommends using 0W-20 fully synthetic oil. Even in northern winters with temperatures below -20°C, it starts right up. Every time I service it, I make sure the mechanic uses Honda's genuine green barrel oil. After running 8,000 kilometers, the dipstick still shows clear oil. The shop mechanic said the turbocharged 1.5T engine has high precision and requires thin oil to reach tight spots. Once, I tried cheaper 5W-30 oil to save money, and my fuel consumption increased by half a liter, with the engine sound becoming muffled. The hybrid version is even stricter about using 20 viscosity oil—when the electric motor engages, the RPM fluctuates significantly, and poor-quality oil can easily lead to sludge formation.
After ten years in auto repair, I've found that the most common pitfall for Honda Breeze owners is using the wrong engine oil. Last week, a car with seized cylinders was brought in, and inspection revealed the use of mineral oil, which had clogged the oil passages with sludge. Always use full synthetic oil! Good choices include SP-grade Mobil 1 Gold or Idemitsu Super. For friends in the south, 0W-20 or 5W-20 is suitable, while those in Hainan can opt for 10W-20. Pay special attention to the ACEA A5/B5 certification, which is more suitable for Honda engines than the API standard. Don't exceed 5 liters during oil changes—overfilling can cause sluggish acceleration. During maintenance, ask the mechanic to check the oil breather valve; if it's clogged, it can lead to oil blow-by.
