To determine what type of oil your car needs, you should consult your cars owners manual. The manual will list the recommended oil weight and type for your cars engine. The minimum type of engine oil your car requires is specified in the maintenance guide, which you should always follow. For naturally aspirated cars, it’s often conventional engine oil that’s the minimum standard. However, if you’d like extra protection for your engine, you can upgrade to semi-synthetic or full synthetic engine oil. If your car has a turbocharger or supercharger, or if you have a high-performance model, the required type of oil is often semi-synthetic or fully synthetic.

To find out how much engine oil your car needs, locate the Vehicle Specifications section in your owner’s manual. You can usually find the oil grade stamped on the engine oil cap, or you can find the type and grade in your car’s owner’s manual or maintenance guide.

If you are still unsure about what type of oil to use, you can use an online oil selector tool, such as the one provided by Pennzoil. At Firestone Complete Auto Care, you can also select your vehicles year, make, and model to find out what kind of oil is right for your car or truck.

It is important to use the right type of oil for your cars engine, as using the wrong type could result in sudden and expensive repairs.