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2006 FORD ESCAPE
170,000 MILES • 2.3L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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I would like to know if I can use 10/30 oil.
Sep 24, 2018 at 8:57 AM
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It is supposed to be 5w20, but I see no reason why 10w30 would not be okay. It is only one grade thicker. But why would you want to use 10w30? If the starter cranks over too slow in the middle of winter, then you might want to go back to the 5w20.
Sep 24, 2018 at 9:12 AM
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Thank you very much for your respond. I leave in a country that the temperature average 85-90 degrees all year around. I guess is okay to use 10/30? Once again thank you.
Sep 24, 2018 at 9:19 AM
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You must be near the Equator.
Sep 24, 2018 at 10:22 AM
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I live in El Salvador, Central America.
Sep 24, 2018 at 1:37 PM
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