AMSOIL OE 0W-16 100% SYNTHETIC MOTOR OIL

AMSOIL OE 0W-16 100% Synthetic Motor Oil delivers full-synthetic engine protection purpose-built for late-model vehicles that specify 0W-16 viscosity. It is formulated to match the longer drain intervals recommended by original equipment manufacturers while providing wear protection, deposit control, and LSPI defense that go well beyond minimum industry requirements.

Modern engines calling for 0W-16 oil are engineered to extremely tight tolerances. Smaller displacement, turbocharged, and gasoline direct injection (GDI) powertrains generate higher combustion pressures and operating temperatures than their predecessors, all while relying on thinner oil to maximize fuel economy. That combination puts real stress on the oil film. A conventional or bargain synthetic 0W-16 motor oil that barely meets spec limits can leave these engines vulnerable to accelerated cam wear, piston deposits, and the damaging effects of low-speed pre-ignition.

47% MORE WEAR PROTECTION THAN THE GM DEXOS1 GEN 2 SPEC REQUIRES
The Peugeot TU3M Wear Test (CEC L-38-A-94) is one of the key benchmarks for the GM dexos1 Gen 2 specification. It subjects a four-cylinder engine to 100 hours of extreme, wear-inducing conditions and then measures cam lobe wear. AMSOIL OE Synthetic Motor Oil delivered 47% more wear protection than the maximum allowable wear limit in that test. For Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, and other compact cars running 0W-16 from the factory, that margin translates directly to longer engine life and better valve timing accuracy over time.

100% PROTECTION AGAINST LOW-SPEED PRE-IGNITION
LSPI is the spontaneous ignition of the fuel-air mixture before the spark plug fires. It produces violent pressure spikes that can crack piston ring lands and destroy connecting rods. Turbocharged GDI engines are especially susceptible. AMSOIL OE recorded zero LSPI events across five consecutive tests in the engine test required by the GM dexos1 Gen 2 specification. That is a perfect score in a test specifically designed to push motor oil formulations to their limits on LSPI prevention.

FIGHTS SLUDGE AND DEPOSITS IN HOTTER-RUNNING ENGINES
Smaller displacement engines in vehicles like the Toyota Camry 2.5L, Honda CR-V 1.5T, and Nissan Sentra run hotter per unit of displacement than larger engines. Heat accelerates oil oxidation, which leads to sludge, varnish, and harmful deposits on pistons and valve stems. AMSOIL OE uses 100% synthetic base oils with a uniform molecular structure that naturally resists chemical breakdown. Detergent and dispersant additives suspend contaminants and prevent them from settling on critical surfaces. The result is a cleaner engine over the full OEM drain interval.

COLD-START PROTECTION AND FUEL ECONOMY
The 0W winter rating means this oil flows rapidly at sub-zero temperatures, reducing the dry-start wear that accounts for a significant portion of total engine wear over a vehicle's lifetime. AMSOIL OE 0W-16 stays fluid in cold weather for faster oil pressure buildup and quicker lubrication of the camshaft, bearings, and turbo journal. It is API licensed and carries the Resource Conserving designation, confirming strong fuel-economy performance in standardized testing. It also supports proper catalytic converter operation for low exhaust emissions throughout the vehicle's service life.

SPECIFICATIONS AND COMPATIBILITY
AMSOIL OE 0W-16 meets API SP (Resource Conserving) and SN PLUS requirements. It also meets ILSAC GF-6B. This oil is compatible with other synthetic and conventional motor oils, though mixing will reduce its performance benefits. Aftermarket oil additives are not recommended. It is a direct replacement for OEM-branded 0W-16 oils in Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Subaru, and other vehicles that specify this viscosity. AMSOIL OE is Warranty Secure, meaning it meets or exceeds the requirements of vehicle manufacturer specifications to keep factory warranties intact.

SERVICE LIFE
In gasoline-fueled vehicles, AMSOIL OE 0W-16 is recommended for the oil change intervals stated by the vehicle manufacturer or indicated by the vehicle's oil life monitoring system. Change the oil filter at every oil change.