mobil 1 synthetic oil
05-27-2009, 01:29 AM
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mobil 1 synthetic oil
hey guys im going to switch to synthetic oil and im goin to do it myself . . .
how many miles should i go on synthetic mobil 1 oil before changing it again, also whats the best oil filter for our 3g tl?
and also what size socket should i use for the drainbolt?
anything will help thanks, and yes this is going to be my first oil change on my acura and first time for synthetic to lol !! IMMA NOOB
how many miles should i go on synthetic mobil 1 oil before changing it again, also whats the best oil filter for our 3g tl?
and also what size socket should i use for the drainbolt?
anything will help thanks, and yes this is going to be my first oil change on my acura and first time for synthetic to lol !! IMMA NOOB
assuming you have a full socket set, the socket size is which ever one fits, lol
05-27-2009, 01:48 AM
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yes i just bought a 201 pc socket set from craftsman lol
05-27-2009, 01:58 AM
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05-27-2009, 02:11 AM
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MID = the little display in your instrument cluster that shows you things like Odometer, trip computer, and oil life etc
05-27-2009, 02:13 AM
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so your telling me an icon should pop up and tell me when im due for service?
i bouhgt like 9 bottle please tell me where i can get this rebate!!!
05-27-2009, 02:15 AM
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The MID is your little computer screen in the cluster
I change my oil every about 3000 mile with mobil1 fully synthetic and a bottle of seafoam.
I drive alot, and I want this motor to last.
I change my oil every about 3000 mile with mobil1 fully synthetic and a bottle of seafoam.
I drive alot, and I want this motor to last.
05-27-2009, 02:29 AM
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05-27-2009, 03:04 AM
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http://www.mobiloil.com/USA-English/...fer_Terms.aspx
heres the rebates i found it but i dont think its valid for wal mart purchases
heres the rebates i found it but i dont think its valid for wal mart purchases
05-27-2009, 05:14 AM
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First, good to see you're of a mind to do your own oil changes. Now a few things you may wish to consider.
Read your owner's manual. If you did, you would know what the MID is, what it does, and what it can tell you. Your manual is your friend.
From the sound of your questions, I must ask. Have you a history of doing your own oil changes? If not, might I suggest to do some searching on this site for recommendations, little tidbits, and other valuable information. It would help you out a lot.
Some basics;
o Your crankcase takes 4.5 U.S. quarts.
o The recommended weight is on your filler cap (5W/20).
o I use a Mobil 1 M1-104 filter on both of my 3G TL's ('04 and '05).
o Torque the drainplug to 29 ft/lbs, or 360 in/lbs.
o Use a new aluminum washer at each change.
o I change the oil in my '04 manual every 4000 miles (MID usually reads 20-30%).
o I do the '05 automatic every 5000 miles (MID usually reads 40%).
There are others but this oughta get you started.
Read your owner's manual. If you did, you would know what the MID is, what it does, and what it can tell you. Your manual is your friend.
From the sound of your questions, I must ask. Have you a history of doing your own oil changes? If not, might I suggest to do some searching on this site for recommendations, little tidbits, and other valuable information. It would help you out a lot.
Some basics;
o Your crankcase takes 4.5 U.S. quarts.
o The recommended weight is on your filler cap (5W/20).
o I use a Mobil 1 M1-104 filter on both of my 3G TL's ('04 and '05).
o Torque the drainplug to 29 ft/lbs, or 360 in/lbs.
o Use a new aluminum washer at each change.
o I change the oil in my '04 manual every 4000 miles (MID usually reads 20-30%).
o I do the '05 automatic every 5000 miles (MID usually reads 40%).
There are others but this oughta get you started.
05-27-2009, 04:43 PM
#24
Well use Mobil 1 synthetic and i know you can go as long as 5 or 6,000 miles before changing it but I still change it every 3,000. Then reset the (change oil) display. its uasly around 40% when i change it.
05-27-2009, 06:51 PM
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The oil life crap is actually the service reminder crap - it reminds you of more crap than just crappy oil. For filter, I usually get the M-110 along with the Mobil 1. Definitely, no need to change synthetic earlier than the mid.
05-27-2009, 08:08 PM
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05-27-2009, 09:49 PM
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Do not change your oil when the MID reads 40%. You are wasting money and oil.
Do a search on oil changes. There are some good write ups on how to do them properly. Dont forget to get a good oil filter and reset the MID after the oil change.
Do a search on oil changes. There are some good write ups on how to do them properly. Dont forget to get a good oil filter and reset the MID after the oil change.
05-27-2009, 09:58 PM
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the service writer told me the mid is pretty accurate !
05-27-2009, 09:59 PM
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i remember a friend told me this once. HE said "mobile 1 give you more horsepower" is that bull? it sounds bull to me
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05-27-2009, 10:52 PM
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Lol, this thread is epic.
First of all, it doesn't matter as much if you change synthetic from 40% or 5% just make sure you change it before its 0. It may help a very little bit in the long run, but you'll also be spending at least 1k in extra oil throughout the life of your car. The MID for the oil is the oil life or the computer display in your odometer area which includes your MPG, your Miles of your car, etc... If you use Mobil 1 synthetic make sure to get Mobil 1 Extended Performance with a Mobil 1 synthetic oil filter. Mobil 1 won't give you more HP, but it may "feel like it" as in smoother acceleration and power. Just pay attention to your MID on maintenance besides things like tires, transmission fluid, and stuff like that and you should be fine.
First of all, it doesn't matter as much if you change synthetic from 40% or 5% just make sure you change it before its 0. It may help a very little bit in the long run, but you'll also be spending at least 1k in extra oil throughout the life of your car. The MID for the oil is the oil life or the computer display in your odometer area which includes your MPG, your Miles of your car, etc... If you use Mobil 1 synthetic make sure to get Mobil 1 Extended Performance with a Mobil 1 synthetic oil filter. Mobil 1 won't give you more HP, but it may "feel like it" as in smoother acceleration and power. Just pay attention to your MID on maintenance besides things like tires, transmission fluid, and stuff like that and you should be fine.
05-28-2009, 12:13 AM
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05-28-2009, 12:25 AM
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whats the best seafoam i should get for our 3g tl? can i add this after ive had my oil change done or it needs to be at the time of oil change?
so i should use a who bottle of seafoam?
so i should use a who bottle of seafoam?
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