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"BMW Approved vs Exceed BMW Specifications"
Two words in particular are often listed on oil packaging-"approved" and "exceeds"-and it's critical you differentiate between the two. While both sound good, the former is more important, since it indicates your oil has been approved for use in your vehicle by the vehicle manufacturer and will keep your warranty intact. For example, Pennzoil Ultra Euro 5W-40 carries a BMW LL-04 approval rating. This means Pennzoil sent its oil to BMW, and BMW rigorously tested it to ensure that it meets requirements for stability, drain intervals, longevity, wear, emissions, and so on.
"Exceeds," on the other hand, is simply an oil manufacturer's claim and doesn't necessarily indicate any real basis of comparison as to what it exceeds. When an oil brand claims it "exceeds manufacturers specifications," that's simply the oil manufacturer's opinion and not necessarily the vehicle manufacturer's. Think about it-would you really think if the product was sent to BMW to be tested that BMW would sent a letter back stating, "We're sorry, but this oil is just too good and exceeds all of our specifications so we can't give you approval"?
According to BMW documents, they suggest that LL-04 oil should only be used in Europe due to th low sulfur content of diesel and petro. US fuel (even top tier gasoline) has too much sulfur. For all modern BMW engine (minus the ///m motorsport engines) u must use ll-01 approved oil like Pennzoil 5w40.
Here are some of the specs for this oil from Pennzoil/shell documents:
Approval:
-MB 229.51
-VW 504 00 and VW 507 00
-BMW LL-04
-Porsche C30
HT/HS is an amazing 3.68 (other BMW LL-01 oil on has 3.5)
Gravity, API: 34
Specific Gravity @15.6 (c): 0.85
Viscosity @40 (c), cst: 67.1
Viscosity @100 (c), cst: 12
Flash Point (f): 420
Pour Point (c): -39
CCS Viscosity, cP (c): 6600
Boack Volatility: 11
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Oils meeting VW spec 507 are few and far between. I had this oil analyzed (along with the VW Dealer sold Castrol SLX), and this oil has a stronger base stock & additive pack. Won't disappoint.Best Deals for Pennzoil 550023013-6PK Ultra Euro L Full Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-30
I use this in the 03 regal with 150K on the motor. I started using this product about a year ago and I change my oil every three months which is over kill for this oil but I want to try and get every mile I can out of this car and the car is still running great and there is no reason that I can see at this point that I wont be going over 200K easy on the car. This oil comes out nice and dark every time meaning it is doing its job by suspending the dirt and crud so it's not building up in the motor. Car purrs so nice after each oil change you can tell things are nice and slick inside.Honest reviews on Pennzoil 550023013-6PK Ultra Euro L Full Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-30
What's really important is what is on the bottle."Pennzoil Ultra Euro L SAE 5W-30 is suitable for the following applications:
Suitable for fuel-injected gasoline and diesel engines fitted with blow-by recirculation and catalytic converters operating in extreme driving conditions.
Also suitable for turbo-charged and intercooled direct injection high performance diesel engines fitted with blow-by recirculation and exhaust gas recirculation without particulate filters.
Compatible with engine seals, other synthetic oils, and all conventional oils."
"Pennzoil Ultra Euro L SAE 5W-30 meets or exceeds the requirements of the following industry specifications: ACEA A3/B3/B4, ACEA C2 & C3,BMW LL-04, MB approval 229.51, VW 504 00/507 00, Chrysler MS-11106"
I purchased this oil for use in a 2010 VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI based mainly on price, availability, and meeting VW 507 specifications. I have also typically used Pennzoil products in the past hough this didn't really have as much of an affect on my decision. Though the bottle claims it is for use in diesel vehicles without particulate filters their website says this is the oil to use if your vehicle has a particulate filter. I took comfort in seeing the 507 on the bottle though. I also did plenty of research on oils for my application, and I recommend everyone does as well rather than reading reviews stating a particular oil made their car "run smoother" or that it will "increase power." Bob is the oil guy dot com is an amazing resource, use it. This oil is not meant to be used in your buick, so don't waste your money on it. Go to wally world and buy a 5 quart jug of plain Pennzoil Ultra if you want the best Pennzoil has for that application, it will cost half as much and is actually a much more robust oil. If your vehicle requires one of the above specifications this oil is a good choice, otherwise you may be better off looking elsewhere.
