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Old 06-02-2012, 03:43 PM   #8
AMAXRX
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Originally Posted by smbrm View Post
You do have an out however:

"....Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows
cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier
starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when
the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a
higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high
speeds, or under extreme load conditions
....."

which shows in both the BRZ & FRS owners manuals!
Now this is good news. Mine will be seeing "extreme load conditions" so I guess that can provide a justification for my choices xD
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