Which oil is right for your Vehicles
Gasoline Engines
We are reproducing the Motor Oil Guide as published by API (American Petroleum Institute) which we are confident will work as a valuable guide to our officers, Lubricants Dealers & the Valued End Users in selecting a right type of Engine Oil for their Motor Vehicles.
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SM |
For all automotive engines currently in use. Introduced November 30, 2004, oils are designed to provide improved Oxidation resistance, improved deposit protection, better wear protection and better low-temperature performance over the life of the oil. Some SM oils may also meet the latest ILSAC specification and /or qualify as Energy Conserving. |
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SL |
For 2004 and older automotive engines. |
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SJ |
For 2001 and older automotive engines. |
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SH |
For 1996 and older engines. Valid when preceded by current C categories. |
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SG |
For 1993 and older engines. |
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SF |
For 1988 and older engines. |
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SE |
Caution- Not suitable for use in gasoline- powered automotive engine built after 1979. |
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SD |
Caution- Not suitable for use in gasoline- powered automotive engine built after 1971. Use in more modern engines may cause unsatisfactory performance or equipment harm. |
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SC |
CAUTION – Not suitable for use in gasoline- powered automotive engine built after 1967. Use in more modern engines may cause unsatisfactory performance or equipment harm. |
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SA |
CAUTION- Contains no additives. Not suitable for use in gasoline- powered automotive engine built after 1930. Use in modern engines may cause unsatisfactory performance or equipment harm. |
