What Type of Oil is Best for the Buick Excelle?
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The original oil for the Buick Excelle 1.4T is Mobil 1 5W-30 fully synthetic oil, while the Buick Excelle 1.5L uses the factory-recommended 5W-30 semi-synthetic oil, with a refill volume of approximately 3.7L. For later maintenance and oil changes, you can choose from brands such as Shell or Castrol. The viscosity of oil changes with temperature, so it's important to pay attention to its performance under both 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, ensuring smoother cold starts for the car. The second number represents the oil's kinematic viscosity at 100°C. A higher number means the oil can maintain its viscosity better at high temperatures, which can be understood as better lubrication performance under high-temperature conditions. The method for changing the oil in a Buick Excelle is as follows: Wait for the engine temperature to cool down, allowing the oil to flow back into the oil pan. Use a wrench to loosen the oil drain plug and place an oil pan underneath to catch the old oil until it stops flowing. Start the engine and let it run 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 oil to the oil seal of the new oil filter and tighten it clockwise by hand. Add the new oil through the oil filler cap on the engine valve cover. Typically, fill about three-quarters of a standard oil container. Start the engine and let it run for 5 minutes, checking for any leaks around the oil drain plug and oil filter. If leaks are found, perform necessary repairs. After stopping the engine, pull out the oil dipstick to ensure the oil level is within the standard range.
