Engine Oil Confusion Mk3 1.6 tdci

[Albert27]

Getting ready to service and getting totally confused as to which oil i need.  The book says Castrol and Ford engine oil.   I just want one that will do the job at a good price.  Any recommendation?  Or should i go with their suggestion. Also I'm seeing 'stop/start' oils, C3, C2 ....i just don't get it.  It's 2014 Mk3 1.6 TDCi.

Would this do?  It doesn't mention being suitable for Ford though.....      https://www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/p/car-accessories/engine-oils-and-car-fluids/engineoils/5w30-engine-oil/?521776061&0&cc5_247&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3M7k48GR2AIVQecbCh2yXAl4EAQYAiABEgJ32PD_BwE

Cheers!

[andypsp]

hi dave a5 Castrol is what you need. but if you want to save bit of money eurocarparts own brand is fine and £20 with xmas discount )TRIPLE QX Engine oil (Fully Synthetic (For Ford applications) Engine oil - 5W-30 - 5ltr)Product Code : 521776071 or Shell Engine oil (Helix Ultra Professional AF Engine Oil - 5W-30 - 5ltr)Product Code: 521772611 £24.

or even cheaper at Halfords there still banging out 4ltr for £15 http://www.halfords.com/motoring/engine-oils-fluids/engine-oil/halfords-5w30-ford-fully-synthetic-motor-oil-4l-limited-edition

 

have used tham all and no probs with any matey

[andypsp]

while your getting gear ready for service. halfprice oil filters at eurocarparts  Bosch oil Filter Product Code: 501545127 £4.94 i just got stocked up with these yesterday as didn`t find them cheaper anywhere else 

[Albert27]

Cheers Andy, would that triple qx one be ok with dpf?  Is it a low saps oil?Doesn't seem to say.  I have to say i tempted to go with Castrol.  Where would i get that at best price?

[andypsp]

11 minutes ago, Albert27 said:

Cheers Andy, would that triple qx one be ok with dpf?  Is it a low saps oil?Doesn't seem to say.  I have to say i tempted to go with castrol.  Where would i get that at best price?

triple qx is fine its not low saps either. have used it in my last oil change and i change mine twice a year  asda were doing Castrol a5 last week £23 best price

Castrol Magnatec Stop-Start A5 Engine oil - 5W-30 - 4ltrProduct Code: 521773421 £27.59 at eurocarparts

 

 

 

 

 

[Albert27]

1 minute ago, andypsp said:

triple qx is fine its not low saps either

Is low saps esssential if it meets the spec?  I checked the Halfords one and it is the exact right spec oil and at that price I'll go for it.  Thanks!  I just don't get all the dpf/low saps/start stop etc....confuses me!

[andypsp]

3 minutes ago, Albert27 said:

Is low saps esssential if it meets the spec?  I checked the halfords one and it is the exact right spec oil and at that price I'll go for it.  Thanks!  I just don't get all the dpf/low saps/start stop etc....confuses me!

low saps is not for our grade oil, its c3 etc. just remember the ford specs are...

 API SM CF
ILSAC GF-4
ACEA A1 B1 or A5 B5
Meets Fords WSS-M2C-913-C, WSS-M2C-913-B,WSS-M2C-913-A, WSS-M2C-913-D

[James pritchard]

Is the above oil ok for 2014 1.6 tdci? Just got one and want to service it to peace of mind 

[miller75]

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Is the above oil ok for 2014 1.6 tdci? Just got one and want to service it to peace of mind 

If you want genuine I just got this for my 2013, https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/362104075189 and the oil filter cartridge https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/362102175375 should be the same but if your unsure drop them a message with your reg number and they will tell you. 

If you have a look through their other items I am pretty sure I saw a full service kit, all genuine parts

Edit If you are comparing prices the eBay if 5L others sell 4L

[unofix]

Use the real stuff as said above:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/362104075189?mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&campid=5336640302&toolid=10001&customid=2061X563692X20826cb203f8d2a19c4444a3dda129d1

Can also be bought online from Arnold Clarke Ford, same price.

Watch out some are selling only 4 litres and you will need almost the full 5 litres if you do an oil filter change.