Do you use thick or thin oil in the winter?

Do you use thick or thin oil in the winter?

Do you use thick or thin oil in the winter?

Always use what the OEM recommends. Using a different oil during winter months (especially a heavier oil) can do damage to your engine. If you have an older vehicle, where the weight of oil is not critical, it is best to use a thinner oil.

—Jerry Ives
Assistant Professor, Parts Technology
Alfred State College, Wellsville Campus

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