Mitsubishi MOTORS Colt 2009, Owner'S Manual, Page: 358 / 449

Maintenance
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NOTE
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Use of additives is not recommended since they may
reduce the effectiveness of additives already included in
the engine oil. It may result in failure of the mechanical
assembly.
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SAE 5W-30 engine oil can be used to improve engine
startability in very cold weather areas where the lowest
atmospheric temperature is below the range shown in the
illustration.
In this case, use engine oil conforming to the following
classification:
• ACEA classification:
“For service A3/B3, A3/B4 or A5/B5”
• API classification:
“For service SG” or higher
Selection of engine oil
(Clear Tec & Clear Tec FFV)
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Select engine oil of the proper SAE viscosity number
according to the atmospheric temperature.
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SAE 0W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30, and 5W-40 engine oils can
only be used if they meet ACEA A3/B3, A3/B4 or A5/B5
and API SG (or higher) specifications.
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Use engine oil conforming to the following classification:
• API classification: “For service SG” or higher
• ILSAC certificated oil
• ACEA classification:
“For service A1/B1, A3/B3, A3/B4, or A5/B5”