What Type of Oil is Best for a Chevrolet Cruze?
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For a Chevrolet Cruze, 0w40 oil is recommended. The method for adding oil is as follows: 1. Lift the car, remove the underguard, and place a container of about 10 liters under the oil drain screw; 2. Unscrew the oil drain screw, use an air gun to blow at the oil filler port for two minutes, then tighten the oil drain screw after draining and wipe it with a tissue to check for leaks; 3. Reinstall the underguard and lower the car, then use a funnel to add oil through the filler port. Taking the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze as an example, it is a compact car with body dimensions of: length 4666mm, width 1807mm, height 1460mm, and a wheelbase of 2700mm.
As someone who has worked on cars for many years, I've seen plenty of Chevrolet Cruzes. For most versions like the 1.4T or 1.6L engines, the manual recommends 5W-30 synthetic oil as most suitable. Synthetic oil has moderate viscosity, works year-round, isn't too thin in summer or too thick in winter, protecting the engine and reducing wear. When changing oil, check the dipstick to ensure no impurities. Change it regularly every 5,000-7,500 km to avoid carbon buildup. Brands like Mobil or Shell are both good choices. Remember not to use oil with too high viscosity, such as 10W-40, or fuel consumption will increase. If you're doing it yourself, you'll need tools, but it's simple and straightforward, even beginners can manage. Overall, using good oil can extend engine life by 100,000 km without issue.
