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Many Drivers. One Oil.

2009 Exxon Mobil Corporation.

Mobil, Mobil 1, and the 1 icon are trademarks of

Exxon Mobil Corporation or one of its subsidiaries.

Mobil 1 is original equipment in some

of the worlds finest vehicles, including:

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Acura RDX

Aston Martin DB9 & DBS

Bentley Arnage

Bentley Azure

Bentley Brooklands

Bentley Continental Flying Spur

Bentley Continental GC & GTC

Bristol Fighter

Bristol Fighter S

Cadillac BLS Diesel

Cadillac CTS & CTS-VCadillac DTS

Cadillac Escalade

Cadillac Escalade ESV & EXT

Cadillac Escalade Hybrid

Cadillac SRX

Cadillac STS & STS-V

Cadillac XLR & XLR-V

Chevrolet Cobalt SS

Chevrolet Corvette

Chevrolet Corvette C6RS

Chevrolet Corvette Z06

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Chevrolet CSV CR8

Chevrolet HHR SS

Chevrolet Trailblazer SS

Chrysler 300C SRT8

Chrysler Crossfire SRT6

Daewoo G2X

Dodge Caliber SRT4

Dodge Charger SRT8

Dodge Magnum SRT8

Dodge Viper

Holden HSV (All)

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8

Mercedes-AMG

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (All)

Mitsubishi Evolution

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution FQ400

Nissan GT-R

Opel GT

Pontiac G8 GXP

Pontiac Solstice GXP

Porsche 911

Porsche 911 GT2

Porsche 911 GT3Porsche Boxster

Porsche Cayenne

Porsche Cayman

Saab 9-3 TTiD

Saturn Sky Red Line

S&S Motorcycles (All)

Vauxhall VXR8

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Worlds Leading

Synthetic Motor OilTable of Contents

Forty years ago, researchers at ExxonMobil

faced a daunting challenge from the U.S. military.

As planes returned to their aircraft carriers,

cold in-flight temperatures froze the wheel-

bearing grease in the landing gear, leading to

bearing failure. ExxonMobil devised a way of

synthesizing grease that retained its lubricating

characteristics over a wider range of temperatures

than was possible with mineral-based grease.

In the late 1960s, ExxonMobil developed synthetic

engine oil that lubricated diesels powering oil

rigs in Alaska at temperatures as low as -40C.

ExxonMobil discovered that the innovative

synthetic oils delivered advantages in every engine

aspect: long oil life, reduced fuel consumption

and wear, quicker cold starts and cleaner,

longer-lasting engines. In 1974, Mobil 1

synthetic engine oil was born.

The power of Mobil 1 technology gives you the

most advanced engine protection in three ways:

Keeps Your Engine Performing Like New

Exceptional cleaning power

for dirty engines

Extreme temperature performance

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4 What Does Motor Oil Actually Do?

6 Discover the Mobil 1 Difference

7 Whats the Synthetic Difference?

8 Keeps Your Engine Performing Like New

12 Exceptional Cleaning Power for Dirty Engines

14 Improved Temperature Performance

16 Mobil 1 Success Stories

18 Mobil 1 Motorsports

20 Questions & Answers

26 Special Applications for Mobil 1

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6What Does Motor Oil Actually Do?

Your engine is a complex machine with

hundreds of moving parts that operate

under a wide range of temperatures

and stresses. The oil you select needs

to be equally capable of coping with

these operating conditions to protect

your engine against wear, corrosion,

and the build up of dirt and deposits.

Rough Temperature

Regimes

200 - 350 C

80 - 150 C

50 - 80 C

30 - 50 C

Ambient - 140 C

Prevent Valve Train Wear

Prevent Rust

Prevent Sludge and Varnish

Keep Intakes Clean

Prevent Ring Sticking

Prevent Piston Deposits

Prevent Cylinder Wear

Prevent Bore Polishing

Prevent Bearing Wear

Control Viscosity Increase

Keep Oil Screen Clean

Reduce Oil Consumption

Prevent Sludge

1. What does motor oil

actually do in an engine?

Motor oil probably handles more tasks within

an engine than any other component, fluid

or material. While most people know that motor

oils main job is to protect the engine by lubricating

its moving parts, modern motor oil also needs to:

Cool critical engine parts by

transferring heat away from them

Seal and protect against wear that could

be caused by a variety of contaminants,

from acidic combustion by products

to sludge and soot deposits

to dirt and dust particles

Pump easily to critical engine

parts at low temperatures

Remain stable at high temperatures

Help improve fuel economy

Keep internal components clean and

free from varnish and harmful deposits

2. Whats inside the oil that can

help it accomplish all these tasks?

Since lubricating engine components

reducing friction for smoother running

and optimal efficiency is only part of what

motor oil must do, it obviously must rely

on help. Thats where the additives come in.

All detergent-type motor oils contain detergent

and dispersant additives that suspend

contaminants and combustion by-products.

Thats why your oil may look dirty when you

check it its doing its job. And thats also

why you cant tell when its time to change

the oil simply by looking at its color.

The oil is designed to prevent these corrosive

contaminants from being deposited on engine

surfaces, where they can cause piston rings

to stick and oil-pump screens to plug.

The oil filter helps by removing abrasive

particles as the oil passes through the filter.

But an oil filter cant catch fuel dilution

and other liquid contaminants.

No matter how good the oil and the oil filter,

eventually they can no longer do their jobs

effectively. Thats because with time and

mileage, the oils additives get used up

causing the oil to degrade (oxidize or thicken).

At that point, the oil must be changed, before

sludge and deposits build up. When the oil is

drained, the contaminants are removed with it.

Obviously, oil should be changed before

its contamination level reaches the point

where engine damage could result. Yet

its unlikely that the individual motorist will

be able to determine this critical point.

For this reason, automobile manufacturers

recommend oil changes at a specific time

or mileage interval, whichever comes first.

3. My owners manual lists two different

schedules. How do I know if I should follow

the normal or severe service schedule?Many manufacturers list two types of service

normal and severe. Normal (or ideal) service

consists of relatively high-speed driving

(55-105 kph) on paved roads in dust-free

areas, with trips over 16 km each. The

owners manual uses this type of driving

to determine your cars maximum time or

mileage oil change recommendations.

Severe service operations will require

more frequent oil and filter changes. Severe

service can include any of the following:

Trips of less than 16 km

Driving in cold weather

Idling for extended periods

Stop-and-go traffic

Pulling trailers/carrying heavy loads

Driving in dusty conditions

Short trips, especially during cold weather,

can be particularly severe. The engine may

not get a chance to warm up sufficiently to boil

off moisture and unburnt fuel in the oil, leading

to the developments of acids in the oil.

Since the engine is partially cooled by airflow,

temperatures can increase when the engine

is idling. High temperatures can lead

to more rapid oil oxidation and thickening.

Motor Oil Basics

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Exceptional Product Performance

The high performance synthetic fluids that

are used in Mobil 1 are just one reason for

exceptional product performance. Heres

what else we do to bring you a consistently

outstanding product.

We have over four decades of synthetic

research experience so we know

how to combine the ingredients

in exactly the right quantities.

We test our formulations to the extremeto ensure theyll provide the performance

you can depend on.

Our Mobil 1 formulations are proprietary

and exclusive and are not rebranded

to any other brand.

Recommended by name by more OEMs

than any other brand.

Consistently bring new innovations to the

market to meet the latest needs in engine oil.

Discover the

Mobil 1 Difference

Whats the Synthetic Difference?

Synthetics

Uniform molecules = less friction

Conventional

Inconsistent molecules size = more friction

Mobil 1 uses approximately 15 to 20 different components from around the world

to make each Mobil 1 product.

Mobil 1 is always formulated with high performance base stocks, designed to provide optimum low

and high temperature protection in each viscosity grade. Our advanced synthetic uids are expertly

combined to enhance high temperature cleanliness and anti-wear performance.

Attribute of

Synthetic Basestock Feature Benet

Higher Viscosity Index Prevents oil becoming too thick

at low temperatures and too thin

at high temperatures

Keeps oil ow at starting up

Reduces oil burn-off

Due to the more consistent molecular

structure of synthetics, there is less

friction within the uid

Resists breakdown and attack from

oxygen molecules

Reduces engine wear, especially

at temperature extremes

Oil reaches critical engine parts

more quickly to reduce engine wear

Reduces oil consumption

and need for frequent top-off

Leads to greater efciency and

lower oil temperatures

Slows down the rate of oil

thickening and minimizes engine

deposits and varnish

Low Temperature

Performance

Lower Volatility

Lower Traction

Increased Oxidative

Stability

Friction Modifier

Anti-Wear Additives

Seal Swell Agent

Long Term Antioxidant

Shear Stable

Viscosity Modifier

Combination of Dispersants

Defoamant

Short Term Antioxidant

Combination of Detergents

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Synthetic Fluid I

Synthetic Fluid II

Synthetic Fluid III

Synthetic Fluid IV

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Even after 200,000 km using extended oil change intervals (every 21,000 km), Mobil 1 exhibited excellent

total base number retention, remaining several times above the minimum recommended limit.

When using Mobil 1, oil consumption is extremely low over extended service, even at 21,000 km

oil drain intervals.

Very Low Oil Consumption

Engine Oil Durability

Engineered to Help Keep Your Engine Performing Like New

As piston rings and cylinder bores wear with use, more and more combustion gases pass into the

crankcase, which contaminates engine oil. Mobil 1 minimizes these effects in several ways to keep

your engine performing like new. As oil becomes more acidic due to contamination from combustion,the engine builds up these acids, which degrades the oil and increases wear and tear on critical parts.

Engineers use Total Base Number retention (TBN) to measure the ability of the oil to neutralize acidic

contamination. Mobil 1s robust engine oil chemistry neutralizes these harmful acids to protect critical

engine parts, enabling the vehicle to maintain its performance level for a longer period of time. Engine

oil should retain its original viscosity as the kilometers accumulate. While conventional oils may increase

in viscosity grade while in service, Mobil 1 demonstrates excellent viscosity control. As engines wear,

iron can accumulate in the oil. Mobil 1 provides superior protection versus conventional motor oil and

enhanced durability to minimize wear metal accumulation. Iron particles should remain low indicating

good protection against engine wear.

Proven to Keep Your Engine Performing Like New

Mobil 1 provides excellent control of oil consumption over extended distance

at 21,000 kilometer oil drain intervals.

In a controlled research environment, engineers tested a Mercedes-Benz E350 engine with Mobil 1

0W-40. The engine demonstrated excellent oil consumption control, only 1 liter (approximately)

for every 41,000 kilometers.

LitresofOilConsumedperODI

TBN(mgKOH/mg)

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Test Kilometers

Test Kilometers

Mercedes-Benz E350 0W-40

Mercedes-Benz E350 0W-40

3

2

1

0

14

12

10

8

6

4

2

0

suggested minimum

189,00

0

168,00

0

147,00

0

126,00

0

105,00

0

84,000

63,000

42,000

21,000

21,000

42,000

84,000

126,0

00

168,0

00

210,00

0

63,0

00

105,0

00

147,0

00

189,0

00

231,0

00

0

0

210,00

0

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Even with 21,000 km oil changes, the engine was in excellent condition after 210,000 km.

Helps Prevent Engine Wear

While conventional oils may increase in viscosity with use, Mobil 1 maintained its specified

viscosity - even with 21,000 km oil changes.

Resists Viscosity Increase

Keeps Your Engine Performing Like New (cont.)

Iron

Level

Test Kilometers

Test Kilometers

%KV@1

00CIncrease

Keeps Your Engine Performing Like New (cont.)

New Parts vs. Parts after 210,000 kilometers

Brand new

Mobil 1 used

After running on Mobil 1 for over 210,000 kilometers, critical engine

components showed virtually no wear, helping prove that Mobil 1

keeps engines performing like new.

Mobil 1 helps provide excellent protection against deposits, even after 210,000 kilometers.

Mercedes-Benz E350 0W-40

Mercedes-Benz E350 0W-40

suggested alert level

suggested maximum

350

300

350

200

150

100

50

0

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

21,000

21,000

42,0

00

42,0

00

84,0

00

84,0

00

126,0

00

126,000

168,0

00

168,000

210,0

00

210,000

63,000

63,0

00

105,000

105,0

00

147,000

147,0

00

189,0

00

189,0

00

231,0

00

231,0

00

0

0

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Get the Sludge Out

To evaluate the cleaning power of Mobil 1,

researchers tested* a European performance

vehicle in which a large amount of sludge had

been formed. After just three oil drains and

19,000 kilometers of driving with Mobil 1 the

level of sludge was significantly decreased.

In particular, the rocker cover, cam hold

downs, oil screen and oil pan were much

cleaner after using Mobil 1.

*Testingperformed undercontrolled conditions.

Exceptional Cleaning

Power for Dirty Engines

Excellent Engine

Cleanliness

Mobil 1s uniquely balanced additive system

provides outstanding protection against

deposits and sludge.

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Mobil 1 Cleans Up Sludge in Your Engine

Top Deck of Engine

Before After

Bottom of Engine

Before After

Engine Oil Screen

Before After

Photographs demonstrate dramatic visual cleanliness improvement after just 19,000 kilometers with Mobil 1.

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Powerful Cold Weather Start-Up Protection

Engine wear can take place within the first few seconds after start-up. This

means its critical for oil to flow freely and quickly to these parts, even when

the oil has been sitting overnight in sub-zero temperatures. In a controlled

laboratory experiment, Mobil 1 showed a significant performance advantage

over conventional oil at extremely low temperatures. Mobil 1 greatly surpasses

the industry standard requirements for low temperature oil flow. Mobil 1 0W-40

remains pumpable down to -40C. These results confirm the outstanding

cold weather performance of Mobil 1.

Improved Temperature PerformanceMobil 1 Low Temperature Pumping

Mobil 1 0W-40

Synthetic Competitor 5W-40

Semi-synthetic Competitor 10W-40

Viscosity(cP)

MRV Temperature (C)

0 -30C (10W-40) -35C (5W-40) -40C (0W-40)

SAE Maximum

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Better

400,000

300,000

200,000

100,000

0

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China USA Poland

Mexico Canada Sweden

Japan USA Turkey

Sweden China Egypt

Success Stories

I closed my eyes as I turned the ignition

key and the engine fired up immediately.

It was incredible. The engine had

been turned off for six hours in -40 C

temperature and within a few seconds

the oil pressure had reached the necessary levels without

any drive train noise. There is no other oil I would use for

an arctic trip like this besides Mobil 1 synthetic engine oil.

The idea of using an oil other than Mobil 1, would be like

driving on ice with bald tires. Its just something I would

never do.

Scott Brady, Expeditions West

For the past 15 years, Mobil 1 has provided the

engine protection needed to minimize component

wear, resulting in enhanced engine reliability and

improved overall performance,

Tom Wallace, Vehicle Line Executive and

Global Chief Engineer of performance

cars for General Motors.

While I have always been very interested

in the science and technology of how

things work, I am a person who is far

more interested in results. And, the

results I have had are a testament to

the superior technology that is behind Mobil 1

synthetic engine oil.

Peter Gilbert, Million Mile Saab Owner

In looking for a high performance oil that would

deliver long lasting protection for the advanced

turbocharged engine, Mobil 1 was a natural fit

because of its proven performance, and the l ong

track record of success we have had using Mobil 1

in our other General Motors vehicles,

Chris Meagher, chief engineer for Ecotec engines

Mobil 1 is going Round the World. Literally.

When a team of adventurers embarked on a round-

the-world expedition in several Land Rover Discovery

sport utility vehicles, they put their trust in Mobil 1

0W-40. While trekking through the deep country

inside Cambodia where gas stations amounted

to roadside stops where people poured fuel fromglass bottles into gas tanks poor fuel quality caused

terminal catalytic converter failure. The lead vehicle

was summoned to pull over as the converter was

glowing red and on fire. Even though the engine was

subjected to the most severe abuse, and the oil hadnt

been changed in over 40,000 kilometers, the engine

remained protected by Mobil 1 - established proof

that Mobil 1 0W-40 can last over 40,000 kilometers

under some of the worlds most difficult conditions!

Mobil 1 Success Stories

Trust the Experts

Its no wonder Mobil 1 is original equipment

in some of the worlds finest vehicles, including:

Aston Martin, Bentley Arnage & Continental

GT, Cadillac CTS, XLR, SRX, STS, DTS, and

Escalade, Chevrolet Corvette, Dodge Charger

SRT8, Dodge Viper, Mercedes-Benz AMG

vehicles, Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, Mitsubishi

Evolution, Porsche and the Nissan GT-R. After

all, Mobil 1 offers better wear protection and

better resistance to thermal degradation than

conventional or semi-synthetic oils. Mobil 1 motor

oils will continue to perform at temperatures

that make conventional and semi-synthetic

motor oils start to oxidize and turn to sludge.

Mobil 1 motor oils are capable of protecting

engines at temperatures up to 204C. This type

of stability is especially important for stop-and-go

driving, for high-tech engines which tend to run at

higher temperatures, and for turbocharged engines.

Mobil 1 5W-30 and 0W-40 were chosen by leading

automobile manufacturers for their ability to provide

outstanding protection not only under normal operating

conditions, but also under extreme conditions.

Extreme Performance

Mobil 1 engineers werent surprised whena high-performance race car equipped with

Mobil 1 continued to run even when the engine

coolant was lost. The oil temperature sensors broke

at 130C (engine oil temperature was estimated

to have reached 170C). Mobil 1 allowed the car

to stay in the race and cross the finish line.

Mobil 1: Proof of

Performance Summary

The engineers and researchers for Mobil 1

have tested numerous types of vehicles

in many different tests designed to evaluate

the performance of Mobil 1. In summary, Mobil 1:

Helps keep engines performing like new

by maintaining proper oil viscosity Maximizes engine protection

with its unique SuperSyn formula

Visibly cleans dirty engines of sludge

Increases low-temperature oil flow

Has proven reserves of protectioneven with severe use

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Formula One is an extremely rigorous test ground for the Mobil product.

Were seeing extremely high temperatures, high loads in the engine, and

of course the lubricants and fuels that support those processes have to

be the very best. And thats exactly what we strive to achieve with our

partner, ExxonMobil.

Ron Dennis, McLaren Group Chairman and CEO

Mobil 1 Motorsports

Formulated for Performance

When the Mercedes-Benz McLaren team

wants to run its Formula One cars, it turns to

ExxonMobil, which has been leading the field

in synthetic lubricants for over 30 years. The

reason that ExxonMobil is involved with the

Mercedes-Benz McLaren team is, on the surface

at least, simple. Formula One cars are among

the most technically demanding vehicles on the

planet, providing an advanced and exacting test

bed to develop lube and fuel technology that weall use in our road cars every day. In short, if any

area of a Formula One car is not up to speed, it

will soon be found out on the race track while

the eyes of the world bear witness.

Just from a pure research

standpoint, were always looking to

find ways of stressing the materials

we are making, Formula One

provides us with that opportunity,

because its a very tough environment, and the

stresses that it places on our lubricants and fuels

allow us to keep improving them. The benefits of

this are obvious, because it helps us to develop

products that can cope with the unique tests

that Formula One provides and then pass this

technology, and their benefits, directly on to

the consumer. Bruce Crawley, Global Motorsport Technology

Manager at ExxonMobil

What Experts Say

Mobil 1 Technology is used in race cars around

the world Formula One, NASCAR, endurance

racers, you name it. Here are some comments

from some of the top drivers and race engineers

who rely on the protection of Mobil 1.

Porsche

The collaboration in research

and development, combined

with Porsche and Mobil 1

technology, unites two of the

worlds strongest brands withone single philosophy: maximum performance

for the ultimate driving experience.

Hartnut Kristen, Director of Porsche Motorsports

Porsche

For the past ten years, Porsche

engineers have trusted Mobil 1

for its outstanding performance

capabilities and engine

protection. The Transsyberia

Rally is a true test of a vehicles ability to

perform in extreme conditions and as we

equipped our team of 25 Porsche Cayenne S

vehicles we knew we needed to use a motor

oil that could help maximize engine protection

and performance. As weve done before, we

turned to Mobil 1 fully synthetic motor oil.

Jrgen Kern, Porsche Cayenne Transsyberia

Team Manager

NASCAR

Mobil 1 is the only motor oil Ill

trust in my race engine and in

my own car.

Sam Hornish Jr., NASCAR race driver

GM Racing

Mobil 1 has always been highly

regarded throughout GM by the

GTO, Cadillac and GTS V8 raceteams. We needed a lubricant

that would not only maximize

power and reliability of the Corvettes road-

orientated engine, but also provide a stable

platform from which to develop its potential.

Mobil 1 exceeded our requirements.

Mike Atkins, Purchasing/Customer Service

Manager for Pratt & Miller

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FPO

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The following questions and answers are presented to help explain some

of the more difficult motor oil-related concepts, and to help dispel some of

the myths about synthetics in general and Mobil 1 in particular. In some cases,

a certain degree of prior knowledge about motor oils and automotive technology

is assumed. If youd like to learn about more fundamental questions, turn

to Motor Oil Basics on page 5 of this booklet or visit www.mobil1.com.

Questions and Answers

1. Whats the difference between a fully

synthetic and a semi-synthetic motor oil?

All motor oils are made up of base oils

and additives. In general, fully synthetic

motor oils contain non-conventional, high-

performance fluids. Semi-synthetic oils

(also called blends) usually use a small

percentage of non-conventional, high-

performance fluids in combination with

conventional oil.

2. Is Mobil 1 a fully synthetic oil?Yes, it is. To meet the demanding requirements

of todays specifications (and our customers

expectations) Mobil 1 uses high-performance

synthetic fluids, along with a proprietary system

of additives. In fact, each Mobil 1 product

is engineered from a specific combination

of synthetic fluids and hand selected additives.

3. What makes synthetic motor oil

superior to conventional motor oil?

First of all, the performance of Mobil 1 is more

robust, especially in terms of low-temperature

pumping and flow. High-temperature stability

and protection against deposits are also

superior. These attributes translate into less

engine wear and longer engine life.

Conventional oils lack the performance of

synthetic oils in the areas of low-temperature

performance and high-temperature oxidation

stability. Mineral base stocks used in

conventional motor oils also contain much

greater amounts of impurities, such as sulfur,

reactive and unstable hydrocarbons, and

other undesirable contaminants that cannot

be completely removed by conventional

refining of crude oil.

4. What about high-temperature protection?

Mobil 1 synthetic motor oils offer better

resistance to thermal degradation than

conventional or semi-synthetic oils. Mobil 1

synthetic oil carries the benefit of a higher

Viscosity Index (V.I.) which facilitates a

thicker oil film over a wider range of operating

temperatures. This reduces the metal-to-metalcontact which generates excessive heat and

leads to engine wear. Mobil 1 will continue

to perform at temperatures that make conventional

and semi-synthetic motor oils start to oxidize,

thicken and eventually turn to sludge. Mobil 1

motor oils are capable of protecting engines at

temperatures up to 400F. This type of stability

is especially important for stop-and-go driving,

for high-tech engines, which tend to run at higher

temperatures, and for turbocharged engines.

5. Why do turbocharged engines

have special lubrication needs?

Oil temperatures in turbocharged engines can

run significantly higher than those in non-

turbocharged engines, especially in the area of

the turbocharger bearing after engine shutdown.

With no oil movement after engine shutdown,

these elevated temperatures can cause coking

of conventional motor oil that is, the oil literally

turns to carbon. The high-temperature oxidation

stability of Mobil 1 makes turbocharged engines

a perfect application for Mobil 1, which will helpprevent coking in a turbocharger.

6. Does Mobil 1 use the same

additives as conventional oils?

No. Mobil 1 uses carefully selected individual

components, creating a unique proprietary

formulation of additives designed to provide

outstanding all around performance (most other

oils use off-the-shelf additive packages). In addition

to additive packages which contain components,

such as dispersants, detergents, and antioxidants

to help keep the engine clean, motor oils also

rely upon a component called a Viscosity Index (V.I.)

improver to achieve the high-temperature viscosities

needed by todays engines. Typically, V.I. improvers are

long-chain polymers that uncoil at high temperatures

to provide higher viscosity and coil up at low

temperatures to provide better oil flow. Unfortunately,

these molecules can be broken (sheared) by the sliding

action of engine parts with close tolerance. Once the V.I.

improver molecule is sheared, it is no longer effective.

Mobil 1 formulations do not require the same level of V.I.

improver as do conventional oils. Since Mobil 1s high-

performance components are less likely to break down,

Mobil 1 is engineered to protect your engine longer.

7. Does the viscosity of Mobil 1

differ from that of typical motor oils,

especially at high or low temperatures?

At very low temperatures, when the oil needs

to be thinner to flow readily, Mobil 1 is capable

of pumping easily while conventional oils can

thicken substantially. At very high temperatures,

when the oil needs to be thick enough to provide

a film on engine parts to prevent metal-to-metalcontact, Mobil 1 has a high viscosity index

and resists being squeezed out of the contact

area between metal surfaces by maintaining its

viscosity. This helps prevent premature engine

wear. Mobil 1 is also more resistant to oxidation

at high temperatures and so thickens less than

conventional oil. The Mobil 1 formulation, with

its combination of high-performance fluids and

a proprietary additive system, provides

greater stability in extreme low and high

engine temperatures.

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8. Can I use an oil supplement

and/or engine treatment with Mobil 1?

ExxonMobil does not recommend it.

According to the American Petroleum Institute

(API) and Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers

(AAM): certified oils eliminate the need

for supplemental engine oil additives. In fact,

the use of any oil supplement is not recommended

by car manufacturers and may void a warranty.

Considering the comprehensive testing and

engineering that has gone into Mobil 1, nothing

can be gained by using these supplements.

9. How often should I change

the oil if Im using Mobil 1?

We recommend that you follow the oil and filter

change frequencies shown in your owners manual,

especially during the warranty period. With Mobil

1s high-performance reserves, you can have the

confidence to go the full mileage or timeframe

recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.

Mobil 1 is especially suitable for the latest vehicles

with extended drain intervals or vehicles with oil

monitoring systems that vary oil drain intervals.

10. Should I follow the severe service

oil change intervals mentioned in the

owners manual? Does Mobil 1 offer

specific benefits under these conditions?

Many kinds of driving conditions qualify your

vehicle for severe service oil change intervals,

and Mobil 1 is ideal for this service.

Severe service conditions can include:

Frequent trips of less than 16 kilometers

Driving in cold weather

Idling for extended periods

Stop-and-go traffic

Pulling trailers/carrying heavy loads

Driving in dusty conditions

Under both normal and severe service conditions,

Mobil 1 is engineered to provide performance

reserves in the areas of sludge prevention, piston

cleanliness, wear protection and

high-temperature durability.

11. I like to change the oil myself.

How should I dispose of Mobil 1?

You should follow the same environmentally

sound procedures that you do with conventional

motor oils. As general guidelines for disposal:

Do not dump used motor oil in the trash

Do not pour it on the ground

or down the sewer or storm drain

Place the used motor oils in a closed container

Take it to a service station or a collection

location that recycles used motor oil

Do not burn the used motor oil in a space heater

To make it easier to recycle, do

not mix motor oil with other substances,

such as gasoline or antifreeze

In all cases, you should refer to your local community

for specific disposal requirements.

Many Esso, Exxon and Mobil service stations will

take used motor oil from do-it-yourselfers and will

follow approved recycling practices.

12. When can I start using Mobil 1

in my new vehicle?

You can start using Mobil 1 at any time, even

in brand-new vehicles. In fact, Mobil 1 is original

equipment in some of the worlds finest vehicles.

See list on back cover.

13. Is it true that new engines need break-inperiods using conventional motor oil?

That is a myth. In the past, engine break-in was

necessary to remove any metal flashing or any

other abrasive material left inside the engine after

machining, as well as to allow the valves and rings

to seat properly. Todays engines are built

with much tighter tolerances, much improved

machining and under much cleaner conditions

compared to the engines of 10 or 20 years ago.

Current engine manufacturing technology does

not require a break-in period using petroleum-

based motor oils. In fact, Mobil 1 has shown

excellent results in industry standard tests, most of

which use completely rebuilt engines for each new

test run. Mobil 1s outstanding results in these tests

demonstrate that proper break-in using Mobil 1 is

not a concern. Mobil 1 can be used in an engine

from the day you drive off the showroom floor.

14. Can I use Mobil 1 as break-in

oil for a rebuilt engine?

Yes, but the timing of your first oil change

will depend largely on the quality of the rebuild.

Due to the tighter tolerance and improved

machining of todays engines, the traditional

concept of break-in is not as critical. However,

if the engine rebuilder is using older machining

equipment or lower-quality components,

abrasive material can be left inside the engine.

In this case, you should use a short drain interval

on your initial oil fill.

15. Will the use of Mobil 1 void

my new-car warranty?

With the exception of the Mazda rotary engine(Mazda does not recommend any synthetic oils),

Mobil 1 will not void new-car warranties.

If in doubt, always check your vehicle owners

manual or contact your vehicles manufacturer.

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16. Ive heard that Mobil 1 will cause

leaks that it is not compatible with an

older cars seals and gaskets.

Mobil 1 does not cause leaks. It is fully

compatible with the elastomer materials from

which all automotive seals and gaskets are

made. With extended use, additives can over-

soften engine seals, resulting in leaks. More to

the point, an oil additive will not rejuvenate worn

or damaged seals. The damaged seal may

have been caused by a worn rotating metal

component on the engine. If an older engine isin good condition and does not have oil leaks,

Mobil 1 provides the same advantages as

when used in a new engine. If the engine does

have oil leaks, ExxonMobil recommends taking

measures to repair the leaks. ExxonMobil also

always recommends following the automobile

manufacturers manual to determine the

appropriate viscosity grade for the engine.

17. Is it okay to mix conventional oil

with Mobil 1?

Mobil 1 is fully compatible with conventional

motor oils, semi-synthetic motor oils and other

synthetic motor oils, should it be necessary

to mix them. But the outstanding performance

of Mobil 1 will be reduced by diluting it.

18. Can I mix one litre of Mobil 1

with three or four litres of conventional

oil to enhance the performance of the

conventional oil?

You can, but ExxonMobil does not

recommend this practice. You give up much

of the superior performance characteristics

of Mobil 1. The conventional oil in the mix

will adversely affect the exceptional low-

temperature flow ability and high temperature

oxidation stability of Mobil 1. And while Mobil

1 is fully compatible with conventional motor

oils, it has an additive system that has been

specifically developed to work with its own

high-performance components.

19. Do I need to flush my engine

before switching to Mobil 1?Absolutely not. No special preparation

is necessary when switching from

conventional motor oil to Mobil 1.

20. What do the API designations mean?

The American Petroleum Institute (API) provides

an Engine Oil Licensing and Certification System

in which motor oils are categorized based on their

performance characteristics and the type of service

for which they are intended. Motor oils are classified

by a two-letter code. Gasoline engine oil categories

start with the letter S (originally designated Spark

Ignition engine oils, we now associate the S with

Service). Diesel engine oil categories start with

the letter C (originally designated Compression

Ignition engine oil, we now associate the C with

Commercial). The second letter is simply a

sequential designation that refers to the updating

of quality levels over time to coincide with

improvements and advances in engine technology.

In other words, when a new industry quality level is

established, the next letter of the alphabet is used

so SM replaces SL, which replaces SJ, which

replaces SH. As you can see, the letters I and K

were intentionally skipped to eliminate potential

confusion with other commonly used designations.

The codes and viscosity grades are shown in an

API donut on the back label of Mobil 1 motor oils.

API also establishes industry guidelines on what

can and cant be included in the donut. The current

designation system was implemented in 1968. At

that time, quality categories were established for

oils that were used from the early 1930s through

the current time. (Between 1952 and 1968, the first

oil categories were Motor Light, Motor Medium,

and Motor Severe.) In addition to the current API

category (which is SM), oil companies will often

list past API categories on their bottles just for

information purposes. If you wish to learn more

details about the American Petroleum Institute,

go to their website www.api.org.

21. What are the ACEA specifications?The Association des Constructeurs Europens

dAutomobiles (ACEA) is the European

Automobile Manufacturers Association. ACEA

has established a series of specifications

known as sequences which define minimum

performance levels for engine oils. There are

currently two sets of sequences covering

passenger cars: (1) oils for gasoline and light

duty diesel engines (e.g. ACEA A1/B1, A3/B3,

A3/B4, A5/B5), and (2) catalyst compatible

oils for gasoline and light duty diesel engines

with after treatment devices (e.g. ACEA C1,

C2, C3, C4). Some vehicle manufacturers

use the ACEA sequences to specify minimum

oil quality level for their vehicles, and others

use them as the basis for their own in-house

engine oil specifications. Mobil 1 productscarry ACEA claims and you can refer to

your owners manual to check whether these

standards are applicable to your vehicle.

More information about ACEA can be found

at www.acea.be.

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1. Can Mobil 1 be used in

passenger-vehicle transmissions?

For automatic transmissions, ExxonMobil offers

a synthetic automatic transmission fluid (ATF),

Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF. Mobil 1 motor oil should

not be used in automatic transmissions.

In recent years, individual automobile

manufacturers have developed unique

transmission oil requirements.

Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF is recommended for use

and/or suitable for use in many different types of

power-steering units. Please consult your Mobil 1

Synthetic ATF bottle or www.mobiloil.com and

click Other Products for applicable uses.

With a manual transmission, refer to the

owners manual. If it calls for motor oil,

Mobil 1 can be used.

2. Can I use Mobil 1 in my motorcycle?

ExxonMobil offers Mobil 1 fully synthetic motor

oils for motorcycles.

Although Mobil 1 15W-50 has been used

in 4-cycle motorcycle engines, ExxonMobil

engineers recommend using Mobil 1 Motorcycle

Oils, since they have been specifically

optimized for motorcycle applications. Be sure

to follow your owners manual for recommended

oil and filter change frequencies.

3. Why should I choose Mobil 1 synthetic

motorcycle oil versus a conventional

motorcycle oil?

There are a number of reasons. Mobil

Motorcycle Oils offer the following benefits:

Mobils synthetic technology provides

outstanding shear stability, resisting

viscosity breakdown in high-performance

engines and transmissions in bikes

that use a common lubrication system

for the engine and transmission. You get exceptional high-temperature

oil stability, with less oxidation and

thermal degradation.

The combination of synthetic components

and proprietary additive components

provides exceptional wear protection.

The lubrication capability of Mobil 1

Motorcycle Oils helps maintain optimum

horsepower and acceleration throughout

the life of your engine.

4. Do you have any performance testing to

back up these oils?

ExxonMobil has been blending and race-

testing motorcycle oils around the world for

many years at world-class professional road

events. In addition, ExxonMobil has had

factory-level racing sponsorships around

the world, including both road racing and

motocross team efforts in places as diverse

as Australia, Europe and Brazil.

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