Do U have to use Synthetic Oil in HHR

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Nov 12, 2012 | 03:43 PM

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skyline26

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is the dexos 1 or 2 better for the HHR than full synthetic? since its manufactured for/by GM engines? I do a lot of driving so i switched to full syn Quaker State

Nov 12, 2012 | 03:51 PM

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ChevyMgr

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 11BlueJ

I have been going in at 50 - 40%, but that is only based on extensive research I pulled from my buttocks.

Often a very reliable source of information.

Nov 12, 2012 | 03:53 PM

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ChevyMgr

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Quote:

Originally Posted by skyline26

is the dexos 1 or 2 better for the HHR than full synthetic? since its manufactured for/by GM engines? I do a lot of driving so i switched to full syn Quaker State

Full is better than half don't you think? Both are good, one is cheaper.

Nov 12, 2012 | 03:54 PM

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jerry455

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Dexos 1 is the oil standard for gasoline engines, Dexos 2 is for diesel engines.

Nov 12, 2012 | 04:06 PM

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ChevyMgr

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Originally Posted by jerry455

Dexos 1 is the oil standard for gasoline engines, Dexos 2 is for diesel engines.

Yes.

And these models will be using 5W20 Dexos1:
2013 Cadillac ATS
2013 Chevrolet Malibu, Spark
equipped with 1.2L or 2.5L 4 Cylinder Engine (RPO LLO or LCV)