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#57529 11/03/11 09:09 PM
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Im intending to do an oil change at the weekend. Any recommendations for brand and spec?

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Ive always used Halfords 5/50 Competition oil in my Impreza turbo and my 4/4 with no problems

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http://www.talkmorgan.com/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Main=3005&Number=30224#Post30224

I use Mobil 1 5-30 but see the thread above.

You could also ask your local Jag dealer since the engine appears in the X Type and S type in different guises.
The Jag oil filter is XR8E6714AB I'm told, and I might give one a try next service.

Make sure they haven't changed the filter spec on the latest Roadster.


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I took a look under the hood of the RoadsterSports
and the engine is completely different to my ex-2009mkII roadster!!!!

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Last edited by 1560; 12/03/11 08:57 AM. Reason: ex-roadster, SOLD it

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Thanks Guy's
I did the oil change this afternoon and after a bit of research ( and helpful coments here) went for Mobil 1 5w-30 ( which is 20% off at Halfrauds). Its unhelpful that the cars handbook doesnt specify anything more than 5w-30 - not giving the Ford prefered standard or anything more) having always used Mobil 1 in my cars i'm happy with my choice.

I got the filter from my dealer and replaced the factory fitted Ford EFL600 filter with a Fram PH5803. It fits perfectly.

Just one challenge during the whole process - getting the old filter off. I have yet to ever get a filter removal wrench to work and yet again had to resort to the 'screw driver knocked through' method. At least the sump plug was easy to remove.


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Hello Dave,
Is it necessary to change the oil on the rear axle and the gearbox so often?
If I see the quality of oil, 15.000km or 3 year, are ok?


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I wouldn't leave it for 3 years, but that's just my preference. On low mileage I will be doing it every two, but annually for engine oil ...... so far anyay.


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