[shandilyapiyush]

Originally Posted by saurabh041086

Is this pre facelift model which has recommended grade as 5W30?

My Ertiga is the 1st gen (2013) version with the K14 and 5w30 recommendation like you've said!

Originally Posted by saurabh041086

Currently service centres are pushing 0w16 for my Nov 2022 XL6, which i am somewhat uncomfortable with in scorching summers of Delhi.

Stick to the user manual recommendation, I'd say that should be alright considering MSIL would recommend a different grade if necessary for hotter regions. Is 0w16 the only grade given in your manual? If yes, just stick to it!

Cheers,
Piyush.

[saurabh041086]

Originally Posted by shandilyapiyush

Is 0w16 the only grade given in your manual? If yes, just stick to it!

Either 0w16 or 0w20.

[shandilyapiyush]

Originally Posted by saurabh041086

Either 0w16 or 0w20.

Since your user manual has both grades listed, you could go for 0w20 if you feel 0w16 is too thin!

[Leoshashi]

Originally Posted by shandilyapiyush

Since I have no particular issues with how the engine is running now, I'll probably just stick to w40 oil. Switching to a w30 oil and then if I do encounter what you've mentioned, it would probably only ruin my peace of mind knowing very well that the engine had no issues before switching back to 5w30.

My further queries and other discussions regarding the this topic was posted and continued on the thread you linked.

Thanks a lot for your replies Leoshashi!

Yes my intention was just to warn you about things which may go bad. In most cases, it won't cause anything negative, but one should know about both cases before taking an informed decision.

Originally Posted by saurabh041086

Is this pre facelift model which has recommended grade as 5W30? Currently service centres are pushing 0w16 for my Nov 2022 XL6, which i am somewhat uncomfortable with in scorching summers of Delhi.

Originally Posted by shandilyapiyush

Since your user manual has both grades listed, you could go for 0w20 if you feel 0w16 is too thin!

If memory serves me right, manual says shift to 0W16 as soon as possible, 0W20 is just a stop gap measure in case 0W16 isn't available.

I agree the OE oil is crappy, and hence I've been sticking to 5K change intervals. There is another good option, Idemitsu 0W16 or Castrol Magnatec 0W16. I know someone who has used both, and they are way better than OE oils. If you can convince your MASS to source Castrol Or Idemitsu for you, nothing like it.

I am waiting for my warranty to expire, post which I'll shift to Castrol Magnatec 0W16. My MASS wasn't too enthusiastic about sourcing either.

Regards,
Shashi

[saurabh041086]

Originally Posted by Leoshashi

If memory serves me right, manual says shift to 0W16 as soon as possible, 0W20 is just a stop gap measure in case 0W16 isn't available.

I agree the OE oil is crappy, and hence I've been sticking to 5K change intervals. There is another good option, Idemitsu 0W16 or Castrol Magnatec 0W16. I know someone who has used both, and they are way better than OE oils. If you can convince your MASS to source Castrol Or Idemitsu for you, nothing like it.

So xw30 is a strict no in your opinion? None of the service centres are willing to procure anything apart from Ecster.
I have an upcoming Spiti trip, so thinking that it will be extremely harsh for engine compared to my usual moderate traffic commute.

[Leoshashi]

Originally Posted by saurabh041086

So xw30 is a strict no in your opinion? None of the service centres are willing to procure anything apart from Ecster.
I have an upcoming Spiti trip, so thinking that it will be extremely harsh for engine compared to my usual moderate traffic commute.

No please don't. Stick to stock grade. You can always request the service centers to procure Shell/Idemitsu made 0W16 Ecstar. That is still better than Servo or Castrol 0W16.

Regards,
Shashi

[saurabh041086]

Originally Posted by Leoshashi

No please don't. Stick to stock grade. You can always request the service centers to procure Shell/Idemitsu made 0W16 Ecstar. That is still better than Servo or Castrol 0W16.

Regards,
Shashi

Yes, they poured in Shell 0w16 Ecstar. Is it worth going to Castrol Magnetec 0w16 over this for harsh driving conditions?

Also, is the padding you applied inside boot under floor lids effective. Those lids make the irritating noise over every breaker and spoil the quietness in a nicely cocooned cabin?

[Leoshashi]

Originally Posted by saurabh041086

Yes, they poured in Shell 0w16 Ecstar. Is it worth going to Castrol Magnetec 0w16 over this for harsh driving conditions?

Yes, if your MASS agrees to source it for you.

Also, is the padding you applied inside boot under floor lids effective. Those lids make the irritating noise over every breaker and spoil the quietness in a nicely cocooned cabin?

Yes, they are effective, just make sure to put it in correct places such that the lid sits snug. Also if you have a 3D mat in place, the lid doesn't bounce around that much.

Regards,
Shashi

[saurabh041086]

Originally Posted by Leoshashi

Yes, if your MASS agrees to source it for you.



Yes, they are effective, just make sure to put it in correct places such that the lid sits snug. Also if you have a 3D mat in place, the lid doesn't bounce around that much.

Regards,
Shashi

Thanks. MASS can't arrange anything at my place, will search and fill outside.

Interestingly, i have 3d mat over lid since day1. Now, you got thinking if this level of bounce is with mat, what would it be without one.

[.sushilkumar]

Hi Shashi,

Could you please help me with OEM reverse camera part number for 2023 XL6 Alpha + variant & if this can be fitted to Zeta variant.

Thanks for your valuable time & response.

[nsbhagwat]

Hi Shashi,
I just noticed tags of airbag stitched in seam on the driver and passenger seats on my 2023 ertiga zxi+.

Does it mean that this vehicle is equipped with 4 airbags?

Regards
Nikhil

[BoneCollector]

Originally Posted by nsbhagwat

Hi Shashi,
I just noticed tags of airbag stitched in seam on the driver and passenger seats on my 2023 ertiga zxi+.

Does it mean that this vehicle is equipped with 4 airbags?

Regards
Nikhil

Ertiga ZXi+ and XL6 Alpha+ have 4 airbags, front driver and passenger plus 2 side airbags. They don't have curtain airbags as of now.

[.sushilkumar]

Originally Posted by BoneCollector

Ertiga ZXi+ and XL6 Alpha+ have 4 airbags, front driver and passenger plus 2 side airbags. They don't have curtain airbags as of now.

For XL6 , 4 Airbags are not limited to Alpha+ only but standard across the variants while Ertiga gets in ZXI+ only.

[Leoshashi]

Some updates:

-Updated the HU to MD-0922(Sept 22 version)

Did a deep cleaning and upkeep of the interior:

Odo is nearing 39k km

Regards,
Shashi

[India2022]

Originally Posted by Leoshashi

Got the 3rd Free/10k service done on 2nd April. Booked home service via MS Rewards app and also requested Workshop GM of Hilltop Motors Ranchi, Mr. Rajiv Chakraborty to source 0W16 Shell oil for me. They usually stock Idemitsu, but he was kind enough to arrange that for me. I had also requested him to make sure they come with 16510M68K00 filter and not 16510M68K10 which is often used interchangeably by mechanics

Hello Leoshashi,
My 3rd free service is due next week. Since ODO reading is only 2750 kms, please advise if I should go with engine oil change this time (as due in 3rd service) or wait to reach 5-6k? If need to change, will definately ask to bring same MGO Shell 0W16 and filter you have mentioned.

Also suggest if I should get 4 tyres rotated or its not advisable with this ODO reading?

(planning to call them home as nothing major in this service)