What type of engine oil is used in Wuling Rongguang?
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Wuling Rongguang uses 15W40 engine oil. Engine oil, motor oil, or engine lubricant is a substance enhanced with additives in base oil, mainly containing anti-wear additives, detergents, dispersants, and multi-grade oil viscosity index improvers. The main functions of engine oil are to reduce friction and wear on moving parts, and to remove sludge (one of the functions of dispersants) and varnish (cleaners) from the engine. Wuling Rongguang is a microvan under SAIC-GM-Wuling. The vehicle has a length, width, and height of 4135mm, 1625mm, and 1870mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2700mm. The body type is a 5-door, 7-seat passenger van, equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission, and a top speed of 105 kilometers per hour.
I usually drive the older version of Wuling Rongguang with a 1.2L engine, using 5W-30 viscosity oil, API SN grade. The oil type isn't fixed; it depends on your engine. Mine is a 1.2L gasoline engine, and the official manual recommends 5W-30 or 10W-30, depending on the temperature. In hot summer areas, I switch to 10W-30—it has slightly poorer low-temperature flow but offers better high-temperature protection. In cold winters, I use 5W-30 for quicker starts. Driving habits also matter—if I frequently haul goods or drive on highways, synthetic oil is recommended for less wear, but I usually find mineral oil sufficient and more cost-effective. Don’t forget to check the dipstick every 5,000 km—top it up if the level is low, and change it immediately if the oil turns black or has impurities, as excessive engine wear will increase fuel consumption. Wuling cars are budget-friendly, and choosing the right oil saves a lot of hassle—don’t blindly switch to higher grades, as it’s just a waste of money. When changing the oil, also check the filter—this combo works well, costing around 100+ RMB per maintenance. Remember, using the wrong oil grade might cause noise or vibrations, which isn’t worth it.
