Is it ok to switch from regular oil to synthetic?
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Is it ok to switch from regular oil to synthetic?
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I bought my stratus with 170K on it and I have no idea what oil has been in it. So when I did my first oil change I made sure to just use regular Pennzoil High Mileage formula. I have always liked synthetic, have always used it but I wasn't sure what effect it may have on the engine. Is it alrigt to swap?
I bought my stratus with 170K on it and I have no idea what oil has been in it. So when I did my first oil change I made sure to just use regular Pennzoil High Mileage formula. I have always liked synthetic, have always used it but I wasn't sure what effect it may have on the engine. Is it alrigt to swap?
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From: Tunkhannock, PA (NEPA)
You're right up there with me as far as mileage. It would be great to know what year, engine and trim level you have (01+ let us know if it's coupe or sedan - Very important)
Some say to go through a couple changes with a synthetic blend (I used Valvoline high mileage synthetic blend). I use Mobile1 "full synthetic for high mileage" in both my '00 Stratus v6 and '03 Town & Country LTD/AWD.
A note of caution: some reports are that synthetic will leak in places that regular oil didn't. Simple solution is to go a slightly higher weight oil. I personally haven't had any issues during my switchover, and nothing "unusual" afterwards. If you're looking to squeak a little extra mpg, a lighter oil may help, but may increase oil leakage.
Some say to go through a couple changes with a synthetic blend (I used Valvoline high mileage synthetic blend). I use Mobile1 "full synthetic for high mileage" in both my '00 Stratus v6 and '03 Town & Country LTD/AWD.
A note of caution: some reports are that synthetic will leak in places that regular oil didn't. Simple solution is to go a slightly higher weight oil. I personally haven't had any issues during my switchover, and nothing "unusual" afterwards. If you're looking to squeak a little extra mpg, a lighter oil may help, but may increase oil leakage.