Each car owner must be able to decipher the marking of the engine oil applied to the product packaging, because the guarantee of durable and stable engine operation is the use of a high-quality engine that meets all the requirements of the manufacturing plant. Such serious requirements are imposed by them due to the fact that oils have to work in a wide temperature range and under high pressure.
From this article, you will learn:
Engine oil marking contains all the necessary information for the correct choice, you just need to be able to decipher it
In order to streamline and simplify the procedure for selecting oil for a specific type of engine according to the required characteristics and tasks assigned to it, a number of international standards have been developed. World oil producers use the following generally recognized classifications:
- ACEA;
- ILSAC;
- GOST.
Each of the types of oil labeling has its own history and market share, the decoding of the meaning of which allows you to navigate in the choice of the necessary lubricating fluid.In general, we use three types of classification - API and ACEA, as well as, of course, GOST.
There are 2 main classes of engine oils, depending on the type of engine: gasoline or diesel, although there is also a universal oil. The intended use is always indicated on the label. Any engine oil consists of a base composition (), which is its base, and certain additives. The basis of the lubricating fluid is oil fractions that are obtained during oil refining or artificially. Therefore, according to their chemical composition, they are divided into:
- mineral;
- semi-synthetic;
- synthetic.
On the canister, along with other markings, the chemical is always indicated. composition.
What can be on the oil canister label:
- Viscosity grade SAE.
- Specifications API and ACEA.
- Tolerances car manufacturers.
- Barcode.
- Batch number and production date.
- Pseudo-labeling (not a generally recognized standard labeling, but used as a marketing ploy, for example, fully syntetic, HC, with the addition of smart molecules, etc.).
- Special categories of motor oils.
To help you buy the one that works best for your car engine, we'll decipher the most important engine oil markings.
SAE engine oil marking
The most important characteristic, which is indicated in the marking on the canister, is the SAE viscosity index - this is an international standard that regulates at plus and minus temperatures (boundary value).
In accordance with the SAE standard, oils are indicated in the XW-Y format, where X and Y are some numbers. First number - This is a symbol for the minimum temperature at which oil is normally pumped through the channels, and the engine cranks without difficulty. The letter W means the English word Winter - winter.
Second number conventionally means the minimum and maximum value of the high-temperature viscosity limit of the oil when it is heated to the operating temperature (+ 100 ... + 150 ° С). The higher the number, the thicker it becomes when heated, and vice versa.
Therefore, oils are necessarily divided into three types, depending on the viscosity:
- winter oils, they are more fluid and provide trouble-free starting of the engine in the cold season. In the designation of the SAE index of such an oil, the letter "W" will be present (for example, 0W, 5W, 10W, 15W, etc.). To understand the boundary value, you need to subtract the number 35. In hot weather, such oil is not able to provide a lubricating film and maintain the required pressure in the oil system due to the fact that at high temperatures its fluidity is excessive;
- summer oils are used when the average daily temperature is not lower than 0 ° C, since its kinematic viscosity is high enough so that in hot weather the fluidity does not exceed the required value for good lubrication of engine parts. At subzero temperatures, starting an engine with such a high viscosity is impossible. Summer brands of oils are indicated by a numerical value without letters (for example: 20, 30, 40, and so on; the higher the number, the higher the viscosity). The density of the composition is measured in centistokes at 100 degrees (for example, a value of 20 indicates a boundary density of 8-9 centistokes at an engine temperature of 100 ° C);
- multigrade oils the most popular, since they are able to operate at both minus and plus temperatures, the boundary value of which is indicated in the decoding of the SAE indicator. This oil has a double designation (example: SAE 15W-40).
When choosing the viscosity of the oil (from those approved for use in the engine of your car), you need to be guided by the following rule: the more mileage / older the engine is, the higher the high-temperature viscosity of the oil should be.
Viscosity characteristics are the very first and most important element of the classification and labeling of engine oils, but not the only one - choosing an oil purely by viscosity is not correct... Is always it is necessary to choose the right property relation oil and its operating conditions.
Each oil, in addition to viscosity, has a different set of performance properties (detergent, antioxidant, antiwear, tendency to form various deposits, corrosiveness, and others). They allow you to determine the possible area of \u200b\u200btheir application.
In the API classification, the main indicators are: engine type, engine operating mode, oil performance, conditions of use and year of manufacture. The standard provides for the separation of oils into two categories:
- Category "S" - shows intended for gasoline engines;
- Category "C" - indicates the purpose for diesel vehicles.
How to decipher the API labeling?
As already found out, the API designation can begin with the letter S or C, which will speak of the type of engine into which you can fill, and another letter of the oil class designation, indicating the level of performance.
According to this classification, the decoding of the marking of engine oils is carried out as follows:
- abbreviation ECwhich is right after the API, stand for energy saving oils;
- roman numerals after this abbreviation talk about the level of fuel economy;
- letter S (Service) denotes applications gasoline engine oils;
- letter C (Commercial) are indicated by;
- after one of these letters follows performance level indicated by letters from A (lowest level) to N and further (the higher the alphabetical order of the second letter in the designation, the higher the oil class);
- universal oil has letters of both categories across the oblique line (for example: API SL / CF);
- aPI markings for diesel engines are divided into two-stroke (number 2 at the end) and 4-stroke (number 4).
Those motor oils, who have passed API / SAE test and meet the requirements of the current quality categories, indicated on labels with a round graphic symbol... At the top there is an inscription - "API" (API Service), in the middle is the SAE viscosity, as well as a possible degree of energy saving.
Using oil according to its "own" specification reduces wear and the risk of engine breakdown, reduces oil waste, fuel consumption, reduces noise, improves engine performance (especially at low temperatures), and increases the service life of the catalyst and exhaust cleaning system.
ACEA, GOST, ILSAC classifications and how to decipher the designation
The ACEA classification was developed by the Association of European Automobile Manufacturers. It indicates the performance properties, purpose and category of engine oil. ACEA classes are also divided into diesel and gasoline.
The latest edition of the standard provides for the division of oils into 3 categories and 12 classes:
- A / B – gasoline and diesel engines cars, vans, minibuses (A1 / B1-12, A3 / B3-12, A3 / B4-12, A5 / B5-12);
- C – gasoline and diesel engines with catalyst exhaust gases (C1-12, C2-12, C3-12, C4-12);
- E – diesel engines for trucks (E4-12, E6-12, E7-12, E9-12).
In addition to the engine oil class, the ACEA designation indicates the year of its introduction into force, as well as the edition number (when the technical requirements were updated). Domestic oils are also certified in accordance with GOST.
Classification of engine oils according to GOST
According to GOST 17479.1-85, motor oils are divided into:
- kinematic viscosity classes;
- performance groups.
By kinematic viscosity oils are divided into the following classes:
- summer - 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 20, 24;
- winter - 3, 4, 5, 6;
- all-season - 3/8, 4/6, 4/8, 4/10, 5/10, 5/12, 5/14, 6/10, 6/14, 6/16 (the first number indicates the winter class, the second for summer).
In all of these classes, the higher the numerical value, the higher the viscosity.
By application all engine oils are divided into 6 groups - designated from the letter "A" to "E".
Index “1” denotes oils intended for gasoline engines, index “2” - for diesel engines, and oils without an index indicate its versatility.
ILSAC classification of engine oils
ILSAC is a joint invention of Japan and America, the International Committee for Standardization and Approbation of Motor Oils has issued five standards for motor oils: ILSAC GF-1, ILSAC GF-2, ILSAC GF-3, ILSAC GF-4 and ILSAC GF-5. They are completely similar to API classes, the only difference is that oils corresponding to the ILSAC classification are energy-saving and all-season. This classification is best for Japanese cars.
Correspondence of ILSAC categories regarding API:
- GF-1 (obsolete) - oil quality requirements similar to API SH categories; by viscosity SAE 0W-XX, 5W-XX, 10W-XX, where XX-30, 40, 50,60.
- GF-2 - meets the requirement for oil quality API SJ, and viscosity SAE 0W-20, 5W-20.
- GF-3 - is an analogue of the API SL category and put into operation since 2001.
- ILSAC GF-4 and GF-5 - accordingly analogs of SM and SN.
In addition, within the framework of the standard ISLAC for Japanese cars with turbocharged diesel engines, used separately jASO DX-1 class... This marking of automotive oils provides engines of modern cars with high environmental parameters and built-in turbines.
The API and ACEA classifications formulate minimum basic requirements that are agreed upon between oil and additive manufacturers and vehicle manufacturers. Since the designs of engines of different brands are different, the operating conditions of the oil in them are not quite the same. Some major engine manufacturers have developed their own classification system motor oils, so-called toleranceswhich complements the ACEA classification system, with its own test engines and field tests. Engine manufacturers such as VW, Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Renault, BMW, GM, Porsche and Fiat predominantly use their own approvals when choosing an engine oil. The operating instructions for the car must contain specifications, and their numbers are applied to the packaging of the oil, next to the designation of its class of performance properties.
Consider and decipher the most popular and frequently used tolerances present in the designations on canisters with engine oils.
VAG approvals for passenger cars
VW 500.00 - energy-saving engine oil (SAE 5W-30, 10W-30, 5W-40, 10W-40, etc.), VW 501.01 - all-season, intended for use in conventional gasoline engines manufactured before 2000, and VW 502.00 - for turbocharged ones.
Tolerance VW 503.00 provides that this oil is for gasoline engines with a viscosity of SAE 0W-30 and with a keen replacement interval (up to 30 thousand km), and if the exhaust system is with a three-component neutralizer, then oil with VW 504.00 tolerance is poured into the engine of such a car.
For Volkswagen, Audi and Skoda cars with diesel engines, a group of oils with tolerances is provided VW 505.00 for TDI enginesproduced before 2000; VW 505.01 recommended for PDE engines with unit injector.
Energy saving engine oil with viscosity grade 0W-30 with a tolerance VW 506.00 has an extended replacement interval (for V6 TDI engines up to 30 thousand km, 4-cylinder TDI up to 50 thousand). Recommended for use in new generation diesel engines (after 2002). For turbocharged engines and unit injector PD-TDI, it is recommended to fill with oil with a tolerance VW 506.01 having the same extended drain interval.
Mercedes passenger car approvals
The auto concern Mercedes-Benz also has its own approvals. For example, engine oil marked MB 229.1 intended for diesel and gasoline engines Mercedes produced since 1997. Tolerance MB 229.31 introduced later and meets the SAE 0W-, SAE 5W- specification with additional requirements that limit the sulfur and phosphorus content. MB 229.5 Is an energy saving oil with extended service life for both diesel and gasoline engines.
BMW engine oil approvals
BMW Longlife-98 such a permit is given to motor oils intended for filling the engine of cars manufactured since 1998. Extended service interval is provided. Meets basic ACEA A3 / B3 requirements. For engines manufactured at the end of 2001, it is recommended to use oil with a tolerance BMW Longlife-01... Specification BMW Longlife-01 FE provides for the use of a motor oil when operating in difficult conditions. BMW Longlife-04 approved for use in modern BMW engines.
Renault engine oil approvals
Tolerance Renault RN0700 was introduced in 2007 and meets the basic requirements: ACEA A3 / B4 or ACEA A5 / B5. Renault RN0710 meets the requirements of ACEA A3 / B4, and Renault RN 0720 by ACEA C3 plus additional Renault. RN0720 approval designed for use in latest generation diesel engines with particulate filters.
Ford approval
SAE 5W-30 approved motor oil Ford WSS-M2C913-A, intended for initial and service replacement. This oil meets the ILSAC GF-2, ACEA A1-98 and B1-98 classification and additional Ford requirements.
Oil with tolerance Ford M2C913-B intended for initial filling or service replacement in gasoline and diesel engines. Also meets all ILSAC GF-2 and GF-3, ACEA A1-98 and B1-98 requirements.
Tolerance Ford WSS-M2C913-D was introduced in 2012 and is recommended for all Ford diesel engines with the exception of Ford Ka TDCi models manufactured before 2009 and engines manufactured between 2000 and 2006. Provides the possibility of an extended drain interval and refueling with bio-diesel or high-sulfur fuels.
Certified oil Ford WSS-M2C934-A provides extended drain intervals and is intended for use in vehicles with a diesel engine and a particulate filter (DPF). Ford WSS-M2C948-B, based on ACEA C2 class (for gasoline and diesel engines with catalytic converter). This tolerance requires an oil with a viscosity of 5W-20 and reduced soot formation.
When choosing an oil, you need to remember several main points - this is the correct choice of the required chemical composition (mineral water, synthetics, semisynthetics), the viscosity classification parameter, and the necessary requirements for the set of additives (defined in the API and ACEA classifications). Also, the label should contain information for which brands of machines this product is suitable. It is equally important to pay attention to the additional designations of the engine oil. For example, the Long Life marking indicates that the oil is suitable for machines with an extended service interval. Also, among the features of some formulations, compatibility with engines with turbocharging, an intercooler, cooling of recirculation gases, timing control and valve lift can be distinguished.
Since 2017, Ford has not confirmed to oil manufacturers that their products meet specifications. Oil manufacturers, however, have the right to indicate compliance on the labels and in the description of the oils, and the consumer can make a choice based on the specification specified in the operating instructions for the car.
Engine oils
Ford WSS-M2C913-A
Engine oil for initial and service fillings, SAE 5W-30. This approval meets ILSAC GF-2, A1-98 and B1-98 and additional Ford requirements.
Ford WSS-M2C913-B
Ford M2C913-B approval was introduced in Europe for primary fill oils used in spark ignition gasoline and compression ignition diesel engines. The approval is also used for service engine oils. The oil must meet all ILSAC GF-2 and GF-3 requirements, ACEA A1-98 and B1-98 and additional Ford requirements.
Ford WSS-M2C913-C
Fully compatible with Ford M2C913-B approval and highly recommended for all applications in which it was previously used. The new engine oil brings many benefits to the consumer, including improved fuel economy and high reliability when combined with biodiesel.
Ford WSS-M2C913-D
Introduced in 2012, oils of this approval are recommended for all Ford diesel engines except those manufactured prior to 2009 Ford Ka TDCi and manufactured between 2000 and 2006. Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDi models. Products meeting this approval are especially recommended where M2C913-B or M2C913-C oils were previously used. An oil of this approval must be used in Ford Transit vehicles with a Duratorq 2.2 engine manufactured from 2002. An extended oil change interval and use with biodiesel or sour fuel are acceptable.
Ford WSS-M2C917-A
Engine oil with SAE viscosity for injection diesel engines.
Ford WSS-M2C934-A
Extended drain oil for vehicles with Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).
Ford WSS-M2C937-A
Special engine oil for Ford Focus RS. The viscosity should be SAE 0W-40.
Ford WSS-M2C948-B
Largely based on ACEA C2, this tolerance requires a 5W20 Low SAPS oil. Originally designed for the 1.0L EcoBoost 3-cylinder engine. Contains in-house tests for fuel economy and piston deposit control. Compliant oils should provide an additional 0.9% fuel economy over conventional 5W-20 oils.
Ford WSS-M2C950-A
Special oil for Ford Focus Diesel 2.0 from September 2014 and Ford Mondeo Diesel 2.0 from 2015. Viscosity must be SAE 0W-30. Based on ACEA C2, increased fuel economy requirements compared to previous Ford specifications, suitable for diesel vehicles with DPF, mandatory in new TDCI engines.
Mechanical transmission oils
Ford 8U7J-19G518-BA
Special oil for Ford Kuga transfer cases.
Ford 8U7J-8708687-AA
Special oil for Haldex couplings.
Ford M2C104-A
SAE 90 manual transmission oil with EP additive and friction modifier.
Ford M2C175-A
API GL-4, SAE 80W90 grade oil for Ford Type N transmissions manufactured before 1990.
Ford M2C186-A
Friction modifier oil for Ford MT75 transmissions.
Ford M2C192-A
SAE 75W140 oil for hypoid gears with conventional or limited-slip rear axle differential.
Ford M2C192-A + M2C118-A
Synthetic oil for hypoid gears, friction modifiers added.
Ford M2C197-A
Hypoid gear oil with EP additives.
Ford M2C197-A + M2C118-A
Specially formulated for Trac-Lok rear axles.
Ford M2C200-B
Synthetic hypoid gear oil, SAE 75W90, API GL-4 or GL-5, with EP additives.
Ford M2C200-C
Synthetic gear oils based on polyalphaolefin (PAO).
Ford M2C200-D
Synthetic gear oils based on polyalphaolefin (PAO) with viscosity modifiers and EP additives.
Ford M2C201-A
Thermally stable oil for hypoid gears with front differential. Complies with MIL-L-2105D and API GL-5.
Ford M2C918-A
Synthetic oil grade SAE 75W90 for rear differentials.
Ford M2C936-A
Special oil for some dual clutch transmissions.
Ford M2C94-A
Multipurpose oil for hypoid gears with SAE 80W90 or 80W viscosity. Complies with API GL-5 and MIL-L-2105C.
Ford N052145 VX00
Ford approval equivalent to VW G 052 145. Fully synthetic oils meeting API GL-4 and SAE 75W90.
Automatic transmission oils
Ford mercon
Approval for oils used in Ford automatic transmissions.
Forc Mercon V
Approved for Ford Mercon V. Automatic transmission fluid with improved protection against rust, corrosion, deposits and wear. Improves gear shifting at low temperatures and prevents vibration in it. Fully backward compatible with Mercon.
Specially designed for Ford diesel engines. Passed a set of tests at Ford and received WSS-M2C913-D approval.
Specification Ford WSS-M2 C 913 D was released in 2012. It replaced the previous Ford WSS-M2 C 913 C and 913 B specifications, which were oriented towards the current ACEA A5 / B5 or A1 / B1. With the advent of the new specification, increased requirements were imposed on oils, which must meet the requirements of the new approval.
During the development of the Ford WSS-M2 C 913 D specification, the following additional requirements were introduced and tests were carried out compared to the ACEA:
- TBN\u003e 10 (A5 / B5 TBN only\u003e 8)
- Ford Specific Chain Abrasion Test
- Daimler oxidation test according to DIN 51453
- ROBO-Test according to ASTM D 7528 or Seq. IIIGA according to ASTM D 7320
- Additional tests for the effect on sealing materials
B5 and have a lower viscosity which saves fuel. The oxidation test prescribed by Ford has shown that special antioxidant additives are required to prevent rapid oil aging, which increases engine life compared to previous Ford specifications.
RAVENOL FDS 5W-30 is recommended for use in car engines where Full SAPS full ash engine oil with ACEA A5 / B5 specification is recommended, for example, Mazda, Land Rover, Volvo, Toyota, KIA, Hyundai.
Not applicable in vehicles in which the manufacturer has prescribed the use of oils with ACEA A3 / B3 / B4 / C3 / C4 specifications. It is not used in cars Ford Ka MJ 2009 (08/2008) and Ford Galaxy with 1.9 TDi engine (02/1995 - 02/2006), because it is recommended to use oil only according to FORD WSS M2C 917 A specification. Also not used in Ford Focus RS MJ 2009 (03/2009), because it is recommended to use oil only according to the FORD WSS M2C 937 A specification. In addition, it is not allowed for use in Ford 1.0 Eco-Boost engines (model year 2012), which requires the use of oil according to the WSS M2C 948B specification.
Oils with specification WSS-M2C913D are recommended for all Ford diesel engines except F Ford Ka TDCi models manufactured before 2009 and manufactured before 2009 and Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDi manufactured between 2000 and 2006. Oils designed to this specification are especially recommended for diesel engines that first required an M2 C913-B or M2 C913-C oil. Ford Transit vehicles, since 2012, have been produced and equipped with a Duratorq 2.2 engine, which requires the use of an engine oil with the Ford WSS-M2C913 D specification. Oils that meet the requirements of the Ford WSS-M2C913 D specification are suitable for extended drain intervals and can be used for biodiesel engines or for engines using diesel fuel with a high sulfur content. Also fully synthetic motor oil RAVENOL FDS 5W-30 has been tested by Renault and received official approval RN0700.
The Renault RN0700 specification was introduced in 2007 in parallel with the market launch of the Renault Laguna III. The requirements of this specification are based on the general requirements of ACEA A3
B4 or ACEA A5 / B5.
Applicability of oil with Ford WSS-M2C913-D approval:
Packaging
1111139-001 20 x 1L1111139-004 4 x 4L
1111139-005 4 x 5L
1111139-010 1 x 10L
1111139-020 1x20LBaginBox
1111139-020 1 x 20L
1111139-060 1 x 60L
1111139-060 1 x 60L
1111139-208 1 x 208L
1111139-208 1 x 208L
1111139-700 1 x 1000L
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Why are engine oils approved?
The correct operation of internal combustion engines depends largely on the properties and characteristics of the materials used for the lubrication. That is why the specialists of the Ford automobile brand are very attentive to the creation of engine oils that are used in cars from this manufacturer. The advantage of such products is a balanced composition based on the use of base oil and a whole "bunch" of special additives, which make it possible to give the engine the necessary characteristics.
It's no secret that a properly selected oil can significantly improve the functionality of a car engine, as well as prevent premature wear of its functional parts and components. If you want to make sure that the lubricant you use meets the requirements of the motor manufacturer, then you need to pay attention to the appropriate tolerances (information about them is necessarily indicated on the product label).
It should be noted that for older cars (manufactured before 1998), separate tolerances have not been developed, they can use engine oils corresponding to the ACEA world specification. According to which, the lubricant used in the gasoline engine of a Ford car must comply with the A2 / A3 classification, and in the diesel engine - B2 / B3 / B4. As for the replacement interval, it is made from seven and a half thousand km. up to fifteen thousand km, depending on the date of issue of the car.
What are the current Ford oil approvals?
If you find on the oil packaging the designation Ford WSS-M2C 912A1 , then you should be aware that such a product is suitable for both types of internal combustion engines, as well as close in its characteristics to ACEA A1 / B standards.
Oil is a completely different solution. WSS-M2C913-A
... It has a viscosity index of 5W-30, and in terms of its quality characteristics it surpasses the indicators of the tolerance considered above. This specification meets the ILSAC GF-2 and ACEA A1-98 and B1-98 requirements and additional Ford requirements. 
When there is an inscription on the engine oil can WSS-M2C913-B , then you need to know that this product is fully compatible with diesel and gasoline engines with a spark ignition system. In European countries, oils with this approval are usually used when starting the engine for the first time. While the characteristics of the oil still comply with the ACEA A1 / B1 specification and must meet all the requirements of the ILSAC GF-2 and GF-3 specifications.
By choosing a product with the designation Ford WSS-M2C913-C ... This specification replaces the previous one. The main advantages of products with it are increased stability, increased fuel economy, as well as compatibility with biodiesel vehicles.
Ford WSS-M2C913-D
admission announced in 2012. In fact, it is another update of the previously discussed tolerance. These lubricants have extended drain intervals. Products meeting this specification are particularly preferred for diesel engines where M2C913-B and C approvals were previously required. They can also be used in biodiesel or high sulfur diesel engines. Oils meet the requirements of Ford diesel engines (exceptions: Ford Ka TDCi before 2009, Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDi, 2000-2006). Motor oils Motul 8100 eco-nergy 5w-30 and Motul Specific 913 D 5w-30 fully comply with this specification. 
Ford WSS-M2C917-A - used for diesel internal combustion engines equipped with an injection pump. Engine oil viscosity index SAE 5W40. If you are looking for an oil with this approval, then pay attention to Motul 8100 x-clean 5w-40, by the way, the Motul 8100 line contains a large number of products that have received Ford approval and fully meet the company's requirements.
Ford WSS-M2C934-A - a product with enhanced cleaning properties for vehicles equipped with a particulate filter (DPF). Owners of vehicles with diesel engines with DPF particulate filters should choose oil labeled M2C934-B, which will meet the requirements of ACEA A5 / B5 C1 standard. This approval is obtained by Motul 8100 eco-clean + 5w-30.
Ford WSS-M2C937-A - a product specially developed for the Ford Focus RS, has a viscosity of SAE 0W-40. This tolerance is met by Motul 8100 x-max 0w-40.
Ford WSS-M2C948-B
- this specification corresponds to a viscosity of 5w20 and requires a low level of sulphated ash, phosphorus and sulfur, has additives aimed at increasing the service life of engine elements. Thus, it provides increased fuel economy. First of all, this product was developed specifically for the liter three-cylinder Ford EcoBoost. Another product from the Motul Specific line, Motul Specific 948 B 5w-20, has this approval.
Ford WSS-M2C950-A - at the time of the publication of the article, the latest admission intended for such cars as Ford Focus Diesel 2.0 (from 09.2014) and Ford Mondeo Diesel 2.0 (from 2015). Lubricants must have a viscosity of SAE 0W-30. This approval is met by Motul 8100 eco-clean 0w-30.
Choosing Motul engine oils for Ford, you get a truly high-quality product that fully meets the requirements of your car.
Oil for Ford and more
FORD Formula S SD Synthetic Technology Motor Oil 5W40 is the full name of one of BP Europa's lubricants specifically for Ford vehicles.
Product description
Fully synthetic engine oil Ford Formula S SD 5W40 offers versatility and excellent performance. Has a wide temperature range of use, stable viscosity. Fast bleeding and excellent fluidity make starting a cold engine from torture to pleasure.
The high temperature characteristics of the grease are also good. It does not liquefy beyond measure even in the very heat, practically does not evaporate and does not fade, which means that it requires minimal topping up, and then only in extreme cases. Usually, however, this oil is enough from and to replacement.
The excellent cleaning ability of this quality synthetic material effectively prevents the formation of sludge, carbon deposits, soot and varnish deposits inside the engine. The absence of deposits also significantly reduces friction, extends the life of the motor, and increases its efficiency.
Application area
Ford Formula 5W40 engine oil is specially developed for Ford vehicles - trucks and cars, new and used ones, running on gasoline. Also suitable for diesel engines (including turbine, multivalve and equipped with unit injectors), as well as those equipped with particulate filters.
In addition to Fords, this lubricant can be used in other car brands, if there are appropriate approvals and specifications.
Any conditions are suitable for him. Due to its high stability of properties, this oil is able to withstand various driving styles and loads - both climatic and road, including extreme ones.
Canister 5 liters
Specifications
| Indicator | Test Method (ASTM) | Value / Unit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Viscosity characteristics | ||
| - | Viscosity grade | SAE J300 | 5W40 |
| - | Density at 15 ° C | ASTM D1298 | 0.805 kg / liter |
| - | Viscosity at 40 ° C | ASTM D445 | 106.93 mm² / s |
| - | Viscosity at 100 ° C | ASTM 445 | 13.73 mm² / s |
| - | Viscosity index | ASTM D2270 | 120 |
| - | Base number (TBN) | ASTM D2896 | 8.58 mgKOH / g |
| - | Total acid number (TAN) | ASTM D664 | 1.54 mgKOH / g |
| - | Viscosity, apparent (dynamic) CCS at -30 ° C | ASTM D5293 | 6053 mPa.s |
| - | Sulphated ash | ASTM D 874 | 1.19% mass |
| 2 | Temperature characteristics | ||
| - | Flash point | ASTM D92 | 228 ° C |
| - | Pour point | ASTM D97 | -38 ° C |
Canister 1 liter
Approvals, approvals and specifications
API classification:
- SM / CF.
ACEA classification:
- A3 / B4, C3.
Car manufacturer approvals:
- Ford WSS-M2C917-A, Ford WSS-M2C913-C;
- Ford WSS-M2C913-D, Ford WSS-M2C925-A;
- Ford WSS-M2C946-A, Ford WSS-M2C929-A;
- Ford WSS-M2C930-A, Ford WSS-M2C945-A;
- Ford WSS-M2C947-A, Ford WSS-M2C913-A;
- Ford WSS-M2C920-A, Ford WSS-M2C950-A;
- Ford WSS-M2C948-B.
Manufacturer approvals:
- Ford;
- Jaguar;
- Land Rover;
- Nissan.
Release form and articles
- 14E9CF FORD Formula S / SD 5W-40 1L
- 15152A FORD Formula S / SD 5W-40 1L
- 14E9D1 FORD Formula S / SD 5W-40 5L
- 14E9CB FORD Formula S / SD 5W-40 60L
- 14E9CE FORD Formula S / SD 5W-40 208L
Graph of viscosity of oils versus ambient temperature
How 5W40 stands for
The 5W40 viscosity marking indicates the all-season grease, and its decoding indicates that the application will be optimal in the range from minus 35 to plus 40 degrees Celsius.
Advantages and disadvantages
The Ford Formula 5W40 lubricant has many advantages, which is confirmed by research and positive consumer reviews:
- viscosity stability regardless of operating conditions;
- excellent fluidity and fast pumpability at sub-zero temperatures;
- ensuring easy engine start in frost;
- reliable protection against wear and corrosion;
- unlocking the potential of the engine;
- low waste consumption and low volatility;
- protecting and maintaining the performance of particulate filters;
- compatibility with seal materials.
No drawbacks were found when used correctly.
