Question RE: 1999 Pontiac Trans AM - LS1 Engine - GM Techs Please?
yes, safe change synthetic oil, despite vehicle's mileage.
common misconception changing full synthetic oil cause engine leak. in modern vehicles, there no risk of full synthetic motor oil leaking. in fact, synthetic motor oils compatible modern seal materials. amsoil, in particular, formulated condition seals, keeping them pliable prevent leakage.
common misconception changing full synthetic oil clean , loosen sludge engine , cause plug filter , passageways. too, false. switching petroleum oil full synthetic oil in routinely maintained vehicles not cause clogged oil filters or passageways, regardless of mileage. sludge, caused poor quality oil , neglected maintenance practices, have present in significant amounts plug oil filters , passageways. if excessive amount of sludge present in engine, matter of time before oil filters , passageways clog, regardless of installation of synthetics.
there no special procedures changing conventional oil full synthetic oil, precaution in older vehicles or high mileage, may advisable use engine flush first. ensure engine clean , free of accumulated contaminants might have effect on service life of synthetic motor oils.
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i have 1999 pontiac trans ls1 v8 engine. has 6-speed manual tranny , has 118,000 miles. in shape , not burn oil. safe use multi blend or full synthetic oil in it?
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