Best 5W20 synthetic motor oil recommendation for many new Fords and Hondas using this type of oil

AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils are specially formulated to provide outstanding wear protection, power, fuel economy and performance for 7,500 miles or six months of service. With AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils, motorists driving 15,000 miles a year need only change their oil twice annually. AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils offer a high degree of convenience and savings through their ability to perform and protect engines for extended periods. Meets or exceeds the following specifications for domestic and foreign gasoline engines:

•  API SL, SJ
•  ILSAC GF-3, GF-2
•  Ford WSS M2C153H
•  ACEA A1, B1
•  JASO VTW
  

"After seeing the extensive tests using taxi cabs that was performed comparing conventional oil (what the majority of the world uses) vs. Amsoil, you COULD NOT PAY ME to put that conventional oil in any of my cars ever again."
-Robert Riley

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils are specially formulated to provide outstanding wear protection, power, fuel economy and performance for 7,500 miles or six months of service. With AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils, motorists driving 15,000 miles a year need only change their oil twice annually. AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils offer a high degree of convenience and savings through their ability to perform and protect engines for extended periods.

Thermal and Oxidative Stability
AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils eliminate the need for frequent oil changes. Outstanding thermal and oxidative stability ensures long- term physical and chemical integrity of the oils after exposure to engine operating temperatures.

Low Volatility
Low volatility makes AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils highly resistant to oil consumption. The oils continue to lubricate, maintain fuel economy, and reduce exhaust emissions for an extended drain interval.

Shear Stability
Superior shear stability ensures AMSOI L XL- 7500 Synthetic Motor Oils maintain protective viscosity throughout extended service life. The oils continue to protect engine components from metal-to-metal contact and wear, especially in high temperatures.

High Temperature Performance
AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils offer outstanding high-temperature engine protection and performance. Engines operate in optimal temperature range in high-stress conditions. In high-temperature operations, AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils provide clean, dependable lubrication and protection.

Low Temperature Performance
Wax-free synthetic stocks ensure the rapid flow of motor oil throughout the engine after startup, protecting engines from wear. AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils' low temperature fluidity also helps engines start dependably year-round and significantly improves cold temperature fuel economy.

Fuel Economy and Power
AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils enhance fuel economy and powerful performance. Low coefficients of friction ensure the maximum delivery of engine power with minimal frictional losses.

Corrosion, Rust and Foam Control
AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils seal out rust, neutralize acids and resist foaming. Rust inhibition is an especially important feature for engines subject to frequent short-trip operations or for stored engines. Acid neutralization protects engines from damage caused by corrosive by-products of combustion. Foam resistance ensures protection against metal-to-metal contact and wear.

Additive Durability
AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils contain top-quality additives designed for long-term performance. AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils protect engines from wear, corrosion, deposit accumulation and sludge buildup. The long-life additives in AMSOIL Synthetic XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils are designed to keep engines clean and protected for 7,500 miles or six months, whichever comes first.

MIXING AMSOIL
AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils are compatible with conventional petroleum oils. However, AMSOIL does not recommend using a mixture of XL-7500 oils and conventional oils for 7,500-mile or six-month drain intervals. Engine oil additives are not recommended for use with AMSOIL XL-7500 oils.

SERVICE LIFE
In gasoline-fueled passenger vehicles in normal or severe service, change AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils at 7,500-mile or six-month intervals, whichever comes first.

Change aftermarket or OEM full flow oil filters with every oil change.

Premium quality AMSOIL Full-Flow Oil Filters are recommended for use with AMSOIL XL-7500 Synthetic Motor Oils, and may be used for 7,500 miles or six months, whichever comes first.

Question: My owners manual species 5W-20 oil. Do I really need to use 5W-20 oil and why did my 2000 model year vehicle require a 5W-30 oil, while the exact same engine in my 2001, 2002 and newer engines "requires" a 5W-20 oil?

Answer: You do not need to use a 5W-20 oil. Do not let your dealer scare you by telling you that you have to use it for your warranty. That is a tactic that some dealerships use to scare customers. Once you know the facts and the Federal Magnusson Moss Act law you will be much better informed to protect your rights and use the type of oil you want to use.

The main reason 5W-20 was specified for your engine is to increase the CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) reported to the Federal Government. CAFE is the combined average fuel economy of all of a vehicle manufacturers product line. Minimum CAFE levels are specified by the Federal Government. In order for a vehicle manufacturer to continue selling profitable large trucks and SUV's, which typically have poor fuel mileage ratings, as compared to smaller cars, and still meet mandated CAFE requirements, they must also sell enough of the smaller cars which have much better fuel economy ratings to offset the poor fuel economy ratings of the larger vehicles. For model year 2001, the change to a 5W-20 oil will allow Ford and Honda's overall CAFE to increase by a very small amount, typically in the tenths of a mile per gallon range. 5W-20 oil is a lighter viscosity than a 5W-30 oil and therefore has less internal engine frictional losses, or less drag on the crankshaft, pistons and valvetrain, which in turn promotes increased fuel economy. This increased fuel economy is virtually undetectable to the average motorist without the use of specialized engine monitoring and testing equipment under strictly controlled test track driving when compared to a 5W-30, 10W-30 or a 0W-30 viscosity motor oil.

Question: Could using a 5W-30, 10W-30, 0W-30 or even a 10W-40 or 20W-50, oil in my vehicle which specifies a 5W-20 oil void my new car warranty?

Answer: Absolutely not. Vehicle manufacturers only recommend using motor oils meeting certain viscosity grades and American Petroleum Institute service requirements. Whether a motor oil is a 5W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30, 0W-30, 10W-40 or 20W-50 (for racing and high performance applications in, for example, a Cobra R Mustang) or even a synthetic vs. a petroleum based oil will not affect warranty coverage. The manufacturer is required by Federal Law to cover all equipment failures it would normally cover as long as the oil meets API service requirements and specifications and was not the cause of failure. In addition, the Federally mandated Magnuson - Moss Act states that a manufacturer may not require a specific brand or type of aftermarket product unless it is provided free of charge. If your dealership continues to tell you that you must use 5W-20 motor oil and or/ a specific brand of 5W-20 motor oil, then ask them to put it in writing. Their position is inaccurate, and, in fact violates existing law.*

Additionally, if there is ever a question of whether or not a particular motor oil was the cause of an engine failure make sure to get a sample of the used oil in a clean bottle, typically 6 oz. minimum. The oil can then be sent to two independent testing labs for analysis. This is standard procedure for most commercial vehicles, trucking, construction/excavation and fleet companies and there are numerous certified test labs all over the country. Remember, a knowledgeable and informed consumer is your best defense against being taken advantage of by a car dealership service center.

* Note: If a car or truck dealership, service center or other business states that using AMSOIL motor oil in your vehicle will void your new car warranty, ask for that statement in writing and send it to AMSOIL technical Services. If the business won't provide the statement in writing send AMSOIL Technical Services a letter identifying who made the statement, the name and location of the business and what the statement was. AMSOIL will then send a letter to the business informing them that their position is inaccurate, and, in fact, violates existing law. Your name will be held in confidence.

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For those consumers that still must use a 5W-20 oil, even after reading this informative article, AMSOIL does manufacture a 5W-20 synthetic motor oil, called XL-7500 5W-20. It is a 7500 mile/6-month motor oil. AMSOIL's 5W-20 synthetic motor oil provides outstanding wear protection and increased power, performance and fuel economy in high and low temperatures and also meets and exceeds the Ford and Honda specifications.

For even better performance and protection we recommend using AMSOIL's Series 2000 0W-30 synthetic motor oil. This is the top performing AMSOIL Motor Oil for gasoline powered light trucks and passenger cars. It uses race-proven technology and provides unsurpassed fuel efficiency and better wear protection than other conventional and synthetic motor oils. It is a 35,000 mile/1-year change interval motor oil. Use it in conjunction with AMSOIL's Super Duty Oil Filter's that specify a change interval of 12,500 miles/6-months, whichever comes first.