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• Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec auto 2003 - Changing the engine oil and filter. 18 Feb 2020 (Forum)
  I am going to change the oil and oil filter. Last year I used semi synthetic 5W/30 ACEA A1/B1 WSS-M2C913-B  I have 5L of synthetic 5W/30 ACEA A3/B3 WSS-M2C913-B Is this ok to use?  
• N/A - 1000miles a year oil change 1 Oct 2018 (Forum)
  I despair HJ Agony column today advising a OAP to get his 5yr old car oil changed every year.  The oil is probably as clean as the day it went in there with this sort of use.  The car obviously needs an annual MOT so feel sure that this would cover any safety contingencies for him.
• Astra Oil changes 14 Feb 2005 (Forum)
  I have a vauxhall astra 1.6 (8 valve version), 2001. I am currently using a ordinary oil, and wondered whether I should be using the synthetic or semi-synthetic. With using the ordinary oil am I damaging the engine? I do however change this every 6,000 miles. I have seen a discussion thread on the site but cannot find it.
• Is it wise to use 4 year old oil 15 May 2006 (Forum)
  Shortly I am going to change the engine oil in my Polo 1.4 tdi pd and I have two similar questions regarding this job. First I have an unopened 1litre bottle of the special 500.01 oil that was in the car boot when the car was bought new four years ago, will this oil still be useable if I mix it with some new oil when I do the change or would I be asking for trouble doing this.
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  When should I change my oil? 20 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Toyota Yaris Multidrive 1.3 5 door just approaching first service after 5,600 miles since October 2011. Does it need a full change of engine oil, it looks...
• Suzuki Ignis II (2003 - 2007) - 1.5 Sport - Oil change and oil related question 28 Oct 2007 (Forum)
  As I am very satisfied with it (very reliable and drives extremely well), I intend to keep it another 3 years then will part-ex it (it will not be worth much in 3 yrs time but never mind). 1) Does it need an oil change now? (HJ often advocates an oil change every 6 mths after the 1st year, am I right?). If so, would the filter need changing? 2) The oil level at the moment is between low and full (I have never added any oil in the engine, has never needed it between services).
• Ford fiesta - Changed my oil once in ten years (and 80k miles) 29 Jan 2025 (Forum)
  I've written about it a few times here in the past but thought I'd give an update since I keep getting oil warnings (they pop on for one second then disappear). My ex owned this car for 5 years before me and I've owned it for about five years since. She never changed the oil. I've changed it once and topped it up once.
• oil change myths 6 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  Like how come I run a TDI Galaxy to 206,000 Origionally on tractor oil being Case No1, changed every 5000k, with proper Knect filter then somewhere about 100,000 miles changed to semi synthetic, no particular brand, bought at random, to VW spec from motor Factors & changed every 10,000, with filter as above( maybe a Framm filter bytimes) Its a 110 tweeked to 125bhp i am diligent about checking the dipstick and topping up A wee drip due to a crankshaft oil seal Origional injectors & head gasket & exhaust too OK #Back to polishing my Halo
• Any thoughts on oil analysis? 25 Aug 2006 (Forum)
  Having followed the oil change / VAG long life service threads here for a while now I have to say I'm torn between sticking to the long life regime on my Audi Tdi which is saying that the first service will be due at 19,000 and getting intermediate oil changes at a cost of £100 ish (it needs 8+ litres).
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  Should I demand an oil change for my 2012 BMW X3? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Our 2012 BMW F25 X3 is almost a year old. The on-screen computer recommends the next service in 11 months, the car having covered 5600 miles from new,...
• Suzuki Swift 2017 - Early oil change light 30 Apr 2018 (Forum)
  AtsS5jW8ljPvjJNZAejWQ0PcBnLv5w">it suggests that for my engine (K10C) that the light isn't linked to time/mileage but is dependent on oil condition - meaning that continuing to drive it could potentially cause damage. The car has done just over 1500 miles. Is a car requiring an oil change after 3 months reasonable? Should I insist the garage change the oil if they do just try to reset the indicator when I take it in?
• Hyundai Getz (2002 - 2008) - 2003 1.1 Tips on Oil Change ? 22 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  Hi, I'm due to do an oil change on my daughters Getz, but a quick look under the bonnet, leaves me asking...where is the filter and the sump plug??. Can anyone help please.
• MX5 oil change 4 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  Hi all, Going to change the oil in the MX5 tomorrow- assuming semi-synthetic will be the stuff. Any opinions? It's a 1997 mk 1 1.8iS, done 104k. Thanks in advance, Alex. -- Dr Alex Mears MG BGT 1971 If you are in a hole stop digging...unless you are a miner.
• Oil Change Honda Diesel 28 May 2005 (Forum)
  I am keen to get Mobil 1 into the engine as i intend to keep the car a long time, is this to early for an oil change. Also which is the correct Mobil 1 product to use.
• Volkswagen Passat (1997 - 2000) - oil warning 10 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  i have a 97 vw passat.i keep getting oil warning lamp going off after the engine is warm but when checked there is enough oil on the gauge.i have changed the oil switch and even sent to vw main dealer but nothing was found.after an oil change,i dont get this but after 1 month it will start again.can anyone help.
• maverick which oil 27 Aug 2002 (Forum)
  which oil at a loss to what oil to use in a ford maverick 2.4 petrol injection engine.i am about to do an oil and filter change hand book says 10/30 or 10/40 halfords say 5/30 and 10/40 for a terrano which has the same engine as far as i know. does it matter if i use a conventional oil or a synthetic oil. as i dont know what is in it at the moment.or does it not matter if i am changing the oil. many thanks, rob
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  Is it normal for my Skoda Fabia vRS to use a litre of oil every 1000 miles? 12 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a demonstration model Skoda Fabia vRS, current mileage 3,500 approx, and it is using about a litre of oil per 1,000 miles. No sign of blue...
• Flushing oil and long journey 29 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  My main question is, what oil should I use? Can I use the STP treatment and still expect the oil to lubricate the engine for 120 odd miles? Or should I have an oil change done at one of the quick fit places and then change again when I get home?
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  Does flushing oil help to decontaminate an engine when the oil is changed? 2 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Yesterday my 2002 Volkswagen Polo petrol model, which has covered 75,000 miles, had its annual service, including a full oil change. Today, the oil looks...
• Oil change tools, New Mercedes C Type 15 Nov 2001 (Forum)
  I would very much like to source the tool to remove the oil filter cartridge in order to change the oil myself and impose intermediate changes of approx 5K mile intervals. If anyone has a contact address for locating a tool I would very much appreciate hearing from them.