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Questions and Answers regarding switching from petroleum based oils to synthetic oils.

I heard that new cars require a break in period with petroleum before you switch them to synthetic

Answer: AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oil can be used during break-in trouble free. In fact, vehicles such as Dodge Viper and Chevrolet Corvette come factory filled with synthetic oil. Since most new vehicles come filled with petroleum oil, it only makes … Continue reading

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Will synthetic motor oil clean the sludge from my engine and plug the oil filter and passageways?

Answer: Absolutely not. Switching from petroleum oil to AMSOIL in routinely maintained vehicles will not cause clogged oil filters or passageways, regardless of mileage. Sludge, which is caused by poor quality oil and neglected maintenance practices, would have to be … Continue reading

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Is it true that installing AMSOIL or other synthetic oils will cause my engine to leak oil?

Answer: In modern vehicles, there is no risk of AMSOIL motor oil leaking. In fact, AMSOIL motor oil is fully compatible with modern seal materials. It is properly formulated to condition seals, keeping them pliable to prevent leakage.

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Is it true that switching to AMSOIL or other synthetic oils will void my warranty?

Answer: Absolutely not. Congress in 1975 enacted the federal Magnuson-Moss Act to regulate written consumer product warranties. An examination of the law reveals warranties remain intact when AMSOIL Synthetic Lubricants are used. Click here for the full details.

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