1. First . . . and Still the Best!
QUESTIONS & For over 30 years, the name AMSOIL has meant the best performance,
ANSWERS about protection, and value to millions of motorists. AMSOIL synthetic lubricants
and automotive products have been repeatedly proven superior to other
brands. Available internationally, the name AMSOIL means the same thing
worldwide: top quality performance and protection.
AMSOIL products and Dealership information
are available from your local AMSOIL Dealer. The Company of Firsts
Synthetic • First to manufacture synthetic gear lube
MOTOR OILS Documented History
for automotive use.
• First to manufacture a 100:1 pre-mix
of Innovation and Leadership synthetic 2-cycle oil.
• First to develop an API rated 100 percent • First to manufacture a synthetic
synthetic motor oil. automatic transmission fluid for
automotive use.
• First to introduce the concept of “extended
drain intervals” with a recommended
25,000-mile/12-month drain interval.
• First U.S. company to utilize the
NOACK volatility test as a standard
of performance excellence.
• First to produce synthetic
motor oils for diesel engines,
racing engines, turbos and
marine engines.
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• First to introduce synthetic
Printed in the U.S.A. by AMSOIL INC., Superior, WI 54880 oils that legitimately contribute
to improving fuel efficiency.
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2. Answers To Common Questions Regarding AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oils
I just bought a new car, and I’d like to What’s the difference between con- coined the phrase “extended drain interval” realized in fuel economy, reduced repairs,
try AMSOIL motor oil. Could using ventional petroleum motor oils and and it’s been validated by 30 years of fewer oil changes, reduced downtime, reduced
AMSOIL void my new car warranty? synthetic motor oils? industry testing and by tens of thousands of maintenance and extended engine life.
Absolutely not. Vehicle manufacturers Conventional petroleum oils are refined from motorists and millions of over-the-road miles.
AMSOIL synthetic motor oils provide I bought a new car a year ago, and I’ve
recommend using motor oils meeting crude oil which is pumped from within the been running petroleum motor oil in it
earth. The refining process, however, does extended drain performance because they
certain viscosity grades and American ever since. Could switching to AMSOIL
not remove many of the impurities inherent don’t break down in heat like conventional
Petroleum Institute service requirements. now cause mechanical problems?
in the crude oil. These impurities detract petroleum oils do. AMSOIL motor oils don’t
Whether the motor oil is petroleum based or
from the lubricating ability of the oil and form performance-robbing deposits, and don’t Switching from petroleum oil to AMSOIL is
synthetic will not affect warranty coverage. volatalize (burn off), which alters viscosity and
contribute to deposit, sludge and varnish perfectly safe.
The manufacturer is required to cover all increases oil consumption. Finally, AMSOIL
equipment failures it would normally cover formation. AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are Can I mix AMSOIL with my petroleum oil?
constructed in the laboratory and contain motor oils’ superior additive package, a key
as long as the oil meets the requirements element in the oil’s ability to function, holds up Yes, you can. There is no danger in mixing
no impurities. AMSOIL synthetic motor oils
and was not the cause of the failure. under engine stresses, remaining serviceable AMSOIL with another brand. However, a
have uniform molecular structures and are
AMSOIL exceeds these requirements and for the full 25,000 miles. conventional petroleum oil will detract from
designed for specific lubricating applications.
has never been deemed the cause of an the superior performance of AMSOIL.
They are not affected by the high tempera- AMSOIL costs more than my regular oil
engine’s failure. Even so, AMSOIL has its
tures or demanding operating conditions of does. How can I justify paying this Should oil additives or aftermarket prod-
own limited warranty, protecting you even modern engines.
further. In addition, the federally mandated higher cost? ucts be added to AMSOIL motor oils?
Magnuson-Moss Act states that a manu- I was always told to change my oil every AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are more expen- No, you don’t need them. AMSOIL motor
facturer may not require the use of a specific 3,000 miles if I wanted to properly main- sive off the shelf than most petroleum oils, but oils are formulated under the strictest qual-
brand of aftermarket product unless it’s tain my vehicle. How is it possible to comparing AMSOIL and other motor oils is like ity control standards to provide superior
provided free of charge. drive 25,000 miles without an oil change comparing apples and oranges. AMSOIL lubrication performance. Additives cost
using AMSOIL synthetic motor oil? motor oils’ performance so far exceeds that of money and only detract from the quality of
*Note: If a car dealership, service center or other
AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are guaranteed conventional motor oils, they’re really a dif- AMSOIL motor oils.
business states that using AMSOIL motor oil will ferent class of product. AMSOIL is a premium
void your new car warranty, ask for that statement in to run 25,000 miles or one year in mechanically
product that rightfully commands a premium What benefits can people expect using
writing and send it to AMSOIL Technical Services. If sound engines in normal service, 15,000 miles
the business won’t provide the statement in writing or one year in severe service, providing the oil price. AMSOIL motor oils?
send AMSOIL Technical Services a letter identifying is kept free of contaminants by changing the Like anything of real value, however, the true AMSOIL synthetic motor oils have demon-
who made the statement, the name and location of the oil filter according to the manufacturer’s rec- consumer cost doesn’t end with the purchase strated improved performance and fuel economy,
business and what the specific statement was. AMSOIL
will then send a letter to the business informing them ommendation or, when using an AMSOIL Ea price. AMSOIL motor oils are extremely cost reduced oil consumption, lower repair costs,
that their position is inaccurate, and, in fact, violates Oil Filter, changing the filter at one year or effective compared to conventional easier cold-temperature starts, increased
existing law. Your name will be held in confidence. 25,000 miles, whichever comes first. AMSOIL 3,000-mile drain interval oils in savings engine life and reduced emissions.