Meet Nissan. He is Total and Elf
Nissan recommends using only genuine engine oils in its vehicles. Among them is NISSAN MOTOR OIL 5W40, a synthetic lubricant that provides the engine with better protection in all operating conditions.
This lubricant is produced by the French company TOTAL-ELF. The same oil is also sold under the names and. Therefore, they are perfectly interchangeable and complementary. By the way, it is under the Nissan brand that it costs a little cheaper than Total and Elf. This is due to the pricing policy of the automaker.
This product has excellent specifications. Like any other synthetics, it has good low- and high-temperature properties and cleansing abilities, and also creates a particularly durable oil film. Oil is low on carbon deposits, prevents the formation of harmful deposits, helps clean the engine.
Particularly effective oil reduces friction, provides uniform and stable lubrication. Due to this, the wear of parts is reduced, the engine resource is extended. The engine is permanently protected from breakdowns and repairs.
It is also worth noting that this oil has an increased resistance to oxidation, aging and degradation. It has stable viscosity at all temperatures, even the lowest. Its fluidity in cold weather is also excellent. This property, combined with a durable oil film, provides easy start-up in cold weather, quick pumping, as well as protection from the first moments of engine operation.
Nissan 5W40 engine oil - synthetics for all occasions. It is suitable for completely different operating conditions and driving styles, as well as for different climatic and road situations. So, this oil can be used both in the city with frequent stops with subsequent start-up, and outside the city, on the highway and off-road, in cold and hot weather.
Suitable for use in engines running on a diesel engine with direct fuel injection, as well as for highly accelerated engines running on gasoline; for gasoline engines younger than 2004; for diesel engines of off-road industrial equipment, power units with split injection, as well as those engines that run on fuel with a high sulfur content.
Of course, it was primarily designed for Nissan cars, but it can also be used in other European and American vehicles with the relevant specifications.
| Indicator | Verification Method (ASTM) | Value / Unit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Viscosity Characteristics | ||
| - | Viscosity grade | SAE J300 | 5W-40 |
| - | Density at 15 ° C | ASTM D1298 | 821 kg / m³ |
| - | Kinematic viscosity at 40 ° C | GOST 33 | 80.1 mm² / s |
| - | Kinematic viscosity at 100 ° C | GOST 33 | 13.4 mm² / s |
| - | MRV viscosity -35 ° C | 26844 | |
| - | Viscosity index | GOST 25371 | 171 |
| - | Sulfate ash | 1.0 % | |
| - | Alkaline number | GOST 30050 | 9.3 mg KOH / g |
| - | Alkaline number | GOST 11362 | 7.7 mg KOH / g |
| - | Acid number | GOST 11362 | 2.4 mg KOH / g |
| 2 | Temperature characteristics | ||
| - | Flash point | GOST 4333 | 220 ° C |
| - | Pour point | GOST 20287 | -44 ° C |
1 and 5 liter cans (old-style canisters)
API classification:
ACEA Classification:
Approvals:
From 04.04.2017 the design of the cans and the name of the oil changed, the articles themselves remained the same.
Oil viscosity plot versus ambient temperature
This oil is all-weather. Here is how its 5W40 viscosity label stands for. The letter W stands for winter. This is how greases that are suitable not only for summer but also for winter use are marked.
The numbers in front of W are a measure of viscosity for maximum sub-zero temperatures to which the product remains stable. To calculate this temperature, you need to subtract this number from 40. In our case, we get 35, that is, minus 35 degrees Celsius. Well, the number after the letter indicates the upper limit of the stability of the oil. That is, to what positive temperature it will be stable. It turns out that our oil will be suitable in the range from minus 35 to plus 40 degrees Celsius.
This is an excellent indicator that allows you to easily use this lubricant all year round in most climatic regions of the country and the world.
Engine oil, produced under the name Nissan 5 in 40, has excellent characteristics, which are confirmed by numerous tests and tests, as well as reviews by motorists. Here are the benefits he has:
If you use the product in accordance with all manufacturer's recommendations and tolerances and specifications, there should be no shortcomings in its operation.
On the left is the new canister (release from April 2017), on the right is the old (release until April 2017)
NISSAN 5W40 has a new packaging design. The change is being introduced gradually, at first both new and old cans will be distributed. The new canister is light gray (the shade is lighter than the old one), with a red lid and sharper lines. So, the five-liter canister had a round handle, the new one it goes at an angle.
The label in the new design is not rectangular, but in the form of an irregular trapezoid with rounded corners. To the right of the handle, on the side, there is a relief in the form of wide stripes.
The measuring scale also differs. Now it is located on the side where the lid is located, and not on the side of the handle. It has become a little narrower and stands out more clearly against the background of a light plastic canister.
Articles remained the same.
Unfortunately, popular engine oils are often faked. To know how to distinguish Nissan oil from a fake, you need to pay attention to the following points:
Buy only from an authorized distributor. In addition, some dishonest sellers put the original on the window, and sell a fake. Therefore, you need to inspect exactly the canister that is in your hands.
Nissan Motor Oil is designed for engines of the same name of the Japanese brand. The lubricant intended for the European market is produced by the French company Total, which guarantees its high quality and full compliance with the most relevant standards.A feature of this engine oil is the use of a composition on a fully synthetic basis. This solution made it possible to improve the lubricating properties, especially at low ambient temperatures. In addition, the additive package used in the final product significantly expanded the functionality of the “base”. In particular, she had a high resistance to oxidation and thermal effects, which, in turn, allowed the engine oil to maintain its properties throughout the entire service interval.
Synthetic Nissan 5W40 oil is ideal for cars of the corresponding brand. It has ACEA and API specifications and is therefore applicable to machines from other concerns. Manufacturer - French company Total-Elf. Similar formulations are also sold under the TOTAL Quartz 9000 5w-40 and ELF Evolution 900 NF 5w40 brands. But the product in the package from Nissan is cheaper (10-20%). This is due to the presence of certain agreements between the companies.
Original Nissan oil will create the following benefits for the engine:
To understand whether Nissan 5W40 oil is suitable for a particular car, you need to familiarize yourself with its specifications:
At first glance, canisters with counterfeit and original products are identical. But there are several signs by which you can distinguish real oil from fake. Do not trust the high price or reputation of the store - always check the packaging yourself.
Signs that distinguish genuine Nissan engine oil from a fake:
Often in stores, sellers use a simple trick: they put the original on the window, and they give the customers a fake. Therefore, you need to check exactly the oil that you buy.
