In brief: on the compatibility of engines and oils

Section What oil approvals are, article 6 of 627 words, 1 minute

An old engine wants a classic oil...

In this section: 6 articles
  1. What are oil approvals?
  2. It all starts with marketing…
  3. Engine Design and Engine Oil
  4. Approvals: an important parameter
  5. In Brief: About Oil Approvals
  6. In brief: on the compatibility of engines and oils

Most modern low-viscosity Longlife oils are barred by carmakers from use in engines built before 2001. When choosing an oil, always read the engine manufacturer's recommendations carefully!