Mobile 1 synthetic engine oil for 2.0 EcoBoost?

[todd92]

I use either Mobil 1 or Penzoil Platinum. However, any oil that meets spec will work just fine. I've never heard of Mobile oil.

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[Snox801]

The actual spec is WSS-M2C961-A1. If the oil manufacturer states that it meets that spec, it's ok. That said, any oil that meets the ILSAC GF-6A specification should work just fine.

the manual says:




Then again, if your motor fails due to an oil related issue and the oil you were using didn't meet the ILSAC spec you could potentially give them a reason not to honor the warranty.

How they could prove that is another story.

Correct the first spec mentioned is the spec that supposedly reduces the chance of lspi.
Also keep in mind as others have mentioned you don’t need that certification for it to meet or exceed that standard. Most top oils say they meet or exceed that. They just didn’t pay for the expensive certification

 

[Zed79]

I use either Mobil 1 I've never heard of Mobile oil.

Mobil 1 is made by and distributed by Mobil oil they make full dino and blended as well.

 

[gp1200x]

I would use any high grade synthetic and just document any oil change on your Ford app. Mobile 1 at Walmart or Kirkland at Costco are just about the cheapest around and meet the specs. Buy a case of 12 filters from RockAuto and you're all set. Follow recommended Ford intervals but at least once a year if mlleage is not met.

 

[Automan21]

Hi all,
For 2.0 ecoboost engine, the recommended oil from FORD is Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend. Wondering if Mobil 1 full synthetic 5w-30 will also work? I prefer full synthetic. Just don't know if FORD is OK with mobil 1.
Thanks.

Mobil 1 is the only thing I put in my machines. From cars to bikes to mowers to generators to deep fryer lol
Nah but really, never had an issue.

 

[Decayed]

That spec is for the 2.5, for the 2.0l it's (PAG)WSS-M2C300-A2 .
The 2.5I is WSS-M2C31-B2.

I copy pasted that spec number from the 2022 version of the owners manual. Where are you getting your information? Did it change?

 

[Decayed]

Correct the first spec mentioned is the spec that supposedly reduces the chance of lspi.
Also keep in mind as others have mentioned you don’t need that certification for it to meet or exceed that standard. Most top oils say they meet or exceed that. They just didn’t pay for the expensive certification

Someone here posted a letter from warren oil (who makes walmart, costco and amazon house brand full synthetic oil) stating that it meets the spec. But I doubt they bothered going for actual certification. No idea what's involved with getting "officially" certified. Bet it's hard and expensive.

 

[todd92]

Mobil 1 is made by and distributed by Mobil oil they make full dino and blended as well.

I worked for Mobil for 13 years, part of that time doing R&D on Mobil 1. I've never heard of Mobile oil.

 

[Gonzo chris]

Hi all,
For 2.0 ecoboost engine, the recommended oil from FORD is Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend. Wondering if Mobil 1 full synthetic 5w-30 will also work? I prefer full synthetic. Just don't know if FORD is OK with mobil 1.
Thanks.

I don't claim to be an oil expert or whatever the technical term is for that, but I always considered a blend to be a waste of money for a rip-off. I find it amazing that Ford actually recommends one in this day and age. Usually from the analysis I've seen it's usually 80% mineral oil at least and 20% or so synthetic but the price doesn't represent the mix.

 

[Gonzo chris]

5w 30 actually means 5 winter/ 30. The oil has multi-viscosities. In frigid conditions, the oil has the properties of a very light oil (5 weight), so it flows more easily. It also has the properties 30 weight, so in hot conditions, it doesn't flow too easily like the lighter 5 weight oil would.
Mobile 1 certainly meets and likely exceeds all of Ford's and all makes of vehicle requirements. API service is complicated. It involves industry standards which are developed with engine manufacturers in order to perform at a high level. As engine designs advance, so do the requirements of oils in protecting the engine from many potential issues. So it changes every few years.

Exactly and not to throw fuel on the fire. But I've always thought that the 0w on the bottom end is great because that's where you want good flow especially in colder climates. As for manufacturers continually lowering the warm temp viscosity, I'm not quite as big a fan of that. Seems to me, and I know this has been gone over Ad nauseam, they're actually trading a bit of longevity for fuel economy there.

 

[Gonzo chris]

I agree with all of that. There are people who insist on using heavier oil than what's printed on the cap. I tried to convince my neighbor not to put 10w 30 in his van that required 5w 20. Or others who will even go to 15w 40 when their vehicle gets old and starts to use oil. 'FFS' is the correct expletive in this instance.

I would never put a higher cold temp viscosity but I could see a little bit higher on the warm end. Not an expert, but I think the 20 in the 5W20 is more about caning. A little bit of fuel economy and trading longevity for it. Personally, I would prefer a 0w30 if you live somewhere where it gets properly cold

 

[Gonzo chris]

But I thought all the backyard mechanics knew better than the engine and oil engineers. That sure changes my view of the world.

I'm not a conspiracy theorist but it depends what the engineers were told to shoot for. In other words, if a 5W20 gets a little bit better mileage than a 5W30 and the engine lasts 130,000, mi rather than 190,000, mi. I'm thinking the manufacturer might go with a bit better mileage as The longevity will exceed the warranty in either case and we all know CAFE is very important these days

 

[Kabob828]

I copy pasted that spec number from the 2022 version of the owners manual. Where are you getting your information? Did it change?

It's under the hood of my 24, 2.0 fk4 4k on the radiator support bracket near the hood latch mechanism.

 

[Decayed]

It's under the hood of my 24, 2.0 fk4 4k on the radiator support bracket near the hood latch mechanism.

just out of curiosity what does your manual say?

 

[todd92]

Ford continuously updates the spec. No point in chasing your tail. Any full synthetic that meets the latest API and ILSAC specs will meet or exceed the Ford spec.

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