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Old Mar 13, 2001 | 05:38 PM
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This is such a stupid question but i have to ask it...what weight oil should i use in my 96'se...the nissan manual is confusing and i needed to check with you guys..thanks

10W-30 OR
5W-30
Old Mar 13, 2001 | 06:13 PM
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5W-30...all the time.
Old Mar 14, 2001 | 07:12 AM
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hey nightrider:


do those zeta 00 upgrades do anything? i saw them in the car and driver magazine, but someone on the forum said they dont help...

let me know if they are worth it. i might be interested in getting some. where did you get yours?

thanks,

tommy
Old Mar 14, 2001 | 08:13 AM
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5w30 if you have a fairly low mileage car.
10w30 if your car burns alittle oil due to high mileage.

Originally posted by matty
This is such a stupid question but i have to ask it...what weight oil should i use in my 96'se...the nissan manual is confusing and i needed to check with you guys..thanks

10W-30 OR
5W-30
Old Mar 14, 2001 | 12:10 PM
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Originally posted by 1MAX2NV
5w30 if you have a fairly low mileage car.
10w30 if your car burns alittle oil due to high mileage.
What would you consider low and high mileage???
Old Mar 15, 2001 | 04:21 AM
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If you're using 5W-30 and not burning any of it, then don't worry about switching, regardless of the mileage.
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