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AMSOIL Frequently Asked
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Q.
I am considering replacing
the petroleum oil with AMSOIL
synthetic oil in an engine that
has 50,000 miles on it. I have
heard that synthetics might
clean the engine and cause
plugging of the oil filter and
passageways. Is this true?
A.
Absolutely not. Switching from
petroleum oil to AMSOIL in
routinely maintained vehicles
will not cause clogged oil
filters or passageways,
regardless of mileage. Sludge,
which is caused by poor quality
oil and neglected maintenance
practices, would have to be
present in significant amounts
to plug oil filters and
passageways. If this excessive
amount of sludge is present in
an engine, it is just a matter
of time before oil filters and
passageways clog, regardless of
the installation of AMSOIL.
Q.
Is it true that installing
AMSOIL or other synthetic oils
will cause my engine to leak
oil?
A.
In modern vehicles, there is no
risk of AMSOIL motor oil
leaking. In fact, AMSOIL motor
oil is fully compatible with
modern seal materials. It is
properly formulated to condition
seals, keeping them pliable to
prevent leakage.
Q.
Are AMSOIL Synthetic Motor
Oils and petroleum motor oils
compatible?
A.
AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are
fully compatible with all
petroleum motor oils, and there
is no danger in mixing the two.
Mixing AMSOIL and petroleum oil,
however, is not a recommended as
a general practice. Performance
and long drain intervals will be
sacrificed and the oil should be
promptly changed, at maximum,
within the next 3,000 miles.
Q. I just bought a new car, and I'd like to try AMSOIL motor oil. Could using AMSOIL void my new car warranty?
A. Absolutely not. Vehicle manufacturers recommend using motor oils meeting certain viscosity grades and American Petroleum Institute service requirements. Whether the motor oil is petroleum based or synthetic will not affect warranty coverage. The manufacturer is required to cover all equipment failures it would normally cover as long as the oil meets the requirements and was not the cause of the failure. AMSOIL exceeds these requirements and has never been deemed the cause of an engine's failure. Even so, AMSOIL has its own limited warranty, protecting you even further. In addition, the federally mandated Magnuson-Moss Act states that a manufacturer may not require the use of a specific brand of aftermarket product unless it's provided free of charge.
Note: If a car dealership, service center or other business states that using AMSOIL motor oil 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 specific 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.
Q. What's the difference between conventional petroleum motor oils and synthetic motor oils?
A. Conventional petroleum oils are refined from crude oil which is pumped from within the earth. The refining process, however, does not remove many of the impurities inherent in the crude oil. These impurities detract from the lubricating ability of the oil and contribute to deposit, sludge and varnish formation. AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are constructed in the laboratory and contain no impurities. AMSOIL synthetic motor oils have uniform molecular structures and are designed for specific lubricating applications. They are not affected by the high temperatures or demanding operating conditions of modern engines.
Q. I was always told to change my oil every 3,000 miles if I wanted to properly maintain my vehicle. How is it possible to drive 25,000 to 35,000 miles without an oil change using AMSOIL?
A. AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are guaranteed to run 25,000 to 35,000 miles or one year in mechanically sound engines providing, of course, the oil is kept free of contaminants by changing the oil filter according to the manufacturer's recommendation or, when using an AMSOIL oil filter, changing the filter at six months of 12,500 miles, whichever comes first. AMSOIL coined the phrase "extended drain interval" and it has been validated by 30 years of industry testing and by tens of thousands of motorists and millions of over-the-road miles.
Q. AMSOIL costs more than my regular oil does. How can I justify paying this higher cost?
A. AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are more expensive off the shelf than most petroleum oils, but comparing AMSOIL and other motor oils is like comparing apples and oranges. AMSOIL's performance so far exceeds that of conventional motor oils, it's really a different class of product. AMSOIL is a premium product that rightfully commands a premium price.
Like anything of real value, however, the true consumer cost doesn't end with the purchase price. AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are extremely cost effective compared to conventional 3,000-mile drain interval oils in savings realized in fuel economy, reduced repairs, fewer oil changes, reduced downtime, reduced maintenance and extended engine life.
Q. I bought a new car a year ago, and I've been running petroleum motor oil in it ever since. Could switching to AMSOIL now cause mechanical problems?
A. Switching from petroleum oil to AMSOIL is perfectly safe.
Q. Can I mix AMSOIL with my petroleum oil?
A. Yes, you can. There is no danger in mixing AMSOIL with another brand. However, a conventional petroleum oil will detract from the superior performance of AMSOIL, especially by shortening the service life of the mixed oil, since conventional oil's service life is a mere fraction of AMSOIL's service life.
Q. Should oil additives or aftermarket products be added to AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oils?
A. No, you don't need them. AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are formulated under the strictest quality control standards to provide superior lubrication performance. Additives cost money and only detract from the quality of AMSOIL synthetic motor oils.
Q. What benefits can people expect using AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oils?
A. AMSOIL synthetic motor oils have demonstrated improved performance and fuel economy, reduced oil consumption, lower repair costs, easier cold-temperature starts, increased engine life and reduced emissions. |
