2001 Renault Scenic engine oil/timing belt??????

2001 RENAULT SCENIC
62,300 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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WEEJOHN
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could you help please ?I have a 1.4 2001 renault scenic I recently had the timing belt /water pump /alternator belt,changed ,so i thought id have a go at an oil change <1st time>myself.I put in 10w -40 semi synthetic oil which seems ok but was was wondering what is the best quality of oil i could use for the best performance/econemy . Also i have noticed a kind of burning rubber smell from the engine bay,and its only since i had the belts changed,could you tell me if this is ok/normal for just having the work done about a month ago???/many thanks!!!!
Jan 25, 2010 at 10:45 PM
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DAVE H
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10/40 oil is good for this year of vehicle ... I would have the repair centre check over the belt repairs if you are getting a burning smell .. this is not natural a month later and could be one of the belts is not aligned correctly which could break and damage the engine !!
Jan 26, 2010 at 4:14 AM
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