2011 mazada 3 and it uses synthetic oil. i have over 200,...
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Ron Z.
275 days ago
Hi! Welcome to JustAnswer. Thank you for contacting us for assistance with your vehicle. I'm Ron. I will be happy to assist you with your question. May I ask to whom I have the pleasure of speaking with today?
Customer
275 days ago
Shica
Ron Z.
275 days ago
Hi Shica. Nice to see you today! I'm sorry to hear you are having this problem. I know this can be frustrating. Shica, does your vehicle have the 2.0L or the 2.5L engine?
Customer
275 days ago
2.5
Ron Z.
275 days ago
Perfect. Thank-you, Shica. Please give me one moment to type out some information for you. Sit tight one minute... I'll be right back!
Customer
275 days ago
sir
Ron Z.
275 days ago
Thanks for holding, Shica.
The use of non-synthetic oil in this vehicle is not a problem. As long as the correct viscosity is used - 0W-20 - this will not cause any internal engine damage. Keep in mind, the non-synthetic engine oil will not protect as much for as long of a time. It will break down more quickly than synthetic. So, it may be a good idea to have the oil and filter replaced at intervals of every 5,000 miles as opposed to the current 7,500 miles.
Customer
275 days ago
sir I can do that. Thank you so much for the help.
Ron Z.
275 days ago
You're welcome, Shica! Glad I could be of some help today!
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2011 mazada 3 and it uses synthetic oil. i have over 200,000 miles on it. can i switch to regular oil. Mechanic's Assistant: When was your last oil change? Well i'm over the miles by 5,000 Mechanic's Assistant: Wh...
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