AMSOIL 5W-30 LS 100% SYNTHETIC EUROPEAN MOTOR OIL

AMSOIL 5W-30 LS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil delivers precise, spec-driven protection for European gasoline, diesel, and hybrid engines that demand low-SAPS chemistry and long service intervals. It is purpose-built to satisfy the strict requirements of BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and Volkswagen while keeping diesel particulate filters and other emissions hardware functioning properly.

European engines operate under conditions that push motor oil harder than most drivers realize. Tight tolerances, turbocharging, direct injection, and manufacturer-mandated drain intervals of 15,000 miles or more all demand an oil that holds its viscosity, resists thermal breakdown, and maintains a careful balance of additive chemistry. Using an oil that doesn't meet the correct ACEA and OEM specifications can accelerate DPF clogging, increase soot-related wear, and void warranty coverage.

PRECISE LOW-SAPS FORMULATION FOR EMISSIONS SYSTEM LONGEVITY
Modern European diesels equipped with diesel particulate filters and catalytic converters are highly sensitive to the sulfated ash, phosphorus, and sulfur content in motor oil. Excess SAPS accumulates in the DPF, reduces its efficiency, and triggers more frequent and hotter regeneration cycles. AMSOIL 5W-30 LS is formulated to ACEA C3 standards with a carefully balanced SAPS profile that protects emissions hardware without compromising wear protection. This makes it a direct fit for vehicles requiring VW 504.00/507.00, BMW LL-04, or MB 229.51 approvals, including the Volkswagen Passat TDI, BMW X3 diesel, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with the OM642 engine, and Porsche Cayenne diesel.

SHEAR-STABLE PROTECTION ACROSS EXTENDED DRAIN INTERVALS
European automakers frequently specify oil change intervals well beyond what North American drivers are accustomed to. That means the oil has to maintain its protective viscosity for the entire service window, not just the first few thousand miles. AMSOIL 5W-30 LS uses shear-stable synthetic base oils that resist viscosity loss under the mechanical stress of high-RPM operation and tight-clearance bearings. Its kinematic viscosity of 12.2 cSt at 100°C and high-temperature/high-shear viscosity of 3.6 cP confirm that this oil stays in grade and maintains its protective film where it counts most.

THERMALLY STABLE FOR TURBOCHARGED ENGINES
Turbochargers in vehicles like the BMW 3 Series (B48/B58), VW Golf TDI, and Mercedes C-Class push exhaust gas temperatures well above 1,000°F. Oil passing through the turbo bearing housing is exposed to extreme heat, and oils that lack thermal stability leave behind coking deposits that restrict oil flow and eventually destroy the turbo. AMSOIL 5W-30 LS resists deposit formation under sustained high-temperature conditions. Its Noack volatility of just 7.4% weight loss (ASTM D5800) indicates strong resistance to evaporative burn-off, meaning less oil consumption and fewer deposits over the life of the drain interval.

COLD-WEATHER PERFORMANCE FOR YEAR-ROUND RELIABILITY
Turbochargers are especially vulnerable during cold starts, when oil has not yet reached full operating pressure. AMSOIL 5W-30 LS has a pour point of -46°C (-50.8°F) and a cold-crank simulator viscosity of 5,478 cP at -30°C, allowing it to flow quickly to critical engine and turbo bearing surfaces in subzero temperatures. This rapid oil delivery reduces dry-start wear and protects against oil starvation in cold climates.

SPECIFICATIONS AND COMPATIBILITY
AMSOIL 5W-30 LS meets or exceeds the following specifications: API SN, SM; ACEA C3; BMW LL-04; Porsche C30; VW 504.00, 507.00; GM dexos 2; Chrysler MS-11106; MB 229.51. It is the correct choice for any European vehicle that calls for a 5W-30 ACEA C3 oil with low-SAPS chemistry. It is compatible with other synthetic and conventional motor oils, though mixing will reduce its performance benefits and extended drain capability.

SERVICE LIFE
Recommended for the extended drain intervals established by the vehicle manufacturer. Change the oil filter at each oil change. AMSOIL does not support extended drain intervals where oils have been mixed.