Is 5W-20 spec'd globally or is it North America only?
#2
There are MANY different viscosities and specification of oils for different parts of the world. Take a look under specifications and maintenance schedules.
http://www.hondafitjazz.com/manual.htm
http://www.hondafitjazz.com/manual.htm
#4
so can I put something else other than 5w-20?
But if you can find the 5W-20, go with that. You may have to go to an autoparts store to buy it.
Hondas, Fords, and Chryslers have all spec'd 5W-20 since about 2002...it's not THAT difficult to find.
#5
I tried this in my 1.5 L Toyota. The factory spec was 5w-30, then Toyota issued a TSB changing to 5w-20. I tried both. I had 5w-30 in it, then change to 5w-20. Used the same oil brand, identical filter, drove the same day on the same stretch of road. ScanGauge read between 0 and 3 MPG better at various sections after changing to 5w-20. Mostly 0-1 MPG. But the Toyota didn't seem to like the lighter weight- noticed more valve train noise. No such noise with the Fit running 5w-20 so no reason not to use it.
The only difficulty I've had is finding the big 4 or 5 quart jug of 5w-20 in a conventional oil. The only 5w-20 I've found stocked is the big jug of Mobil 1.
#7
The NEW Honda MTL is even better. I changed the MT fluid in my CR-V and I really could tell the difference. I expect to put it in the FIT this summer, after the car gets about 15K miles on it.
#8
Bumping this thread. Still wondering what oils are specified for the Fit/Jazz in other countries. I haven't really found anything so far. I never saw any viscosities listed in the manuals to which Claymore linked.
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