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Old 08 January 2009, 01:14 AM
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i checked my engine oil and seen it was a bit low.... decided to top up, but i dont know what oil it uses ....

i recently bought it as some know . seller got no idea aswell as it was done at a garage,...

do i need to change the whole lot and the filter??? or can i get away with topping up with something like 10W40???


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Old 08 January 2009, 02:00 AM
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ye 10/40 will be ok if its a petrol
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Originally Posted by scoobystu2
ye 10/40 will be ok if its a petrol
i am not sure what oil it had before i top up////

would it cause damage if it was NOT 10w40???

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Old 09 January 2009, 03:35 AM
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It wont cause damage. When was the oil last changed?
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few weeks ago before i bought it...
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for the price play safe and change it much cheaper than causing damage and then you will know for sure what oil you have
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i put Motul comp300 15w/50 fully synth in mine if its any help.
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