Recommended Oil for 2.0L

[JKWMD]

Hi,
I plan on using full synthetic and changing my oil myself; I was just wondering if anyone has a few recommendations regarding their favorite oil for the 2.0L. I used to use Motul in my modified Audi, and cost is not an issue. I understand the oil recommended by Jeep should be API SN+ grade. Thanks in advance.

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[Jim1964]

Personally I won’t use anything without MS-13340 stated on the product. That’s explicitly what the manual says.

And I use Mopar filters during the warranty too.

 

[JKWMD]

Looks like my thread search wasn't very good; I'll find the answer by reading the info already on this forum. Thanks for not flaming me

 

[zw470]

Only had one oil change so far but I brought 5qt of Pennzoil Platinum Full Synthetic for the dealership to use.

 

[DanW]

If it were me, I'd run Mobil 1 EP 5w30. I ran that for 10k oil change intervals in my 2015 Ford Transit's Ecoboost. It never had an issue. That oil held up to the DI/Turbo fuel dillution very well.

I'd probably go 5k with the intervals, though. The oil is MUCH easier to change on a Jeep than a Transit van.

 

[Pinky Tuscadero]

Well, none yet but with the first 3 changes being free with the "Jeep wave" thing I'm sure it will be the barrel of oil at the dealership that they push around for every single car that comes through the door - whatever goop that may be.
When I do synthetic I always change myself as one of the most honest people I know had a service garage and only bought one case of synthetic in all the years he owned it.
Folks insisted on synthetic all the time and he'd show him the Mobil 1 he was going to use before they left.... on the day he sold the business he still had the entire case.
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[JKWMD]

Thanks for the input. My research shows that the API SP motor oil grade is now the most advanced, and the SN+ recommendation in the manual basically means AT LEAST SN, (or better); well, the SP is the better. I don't really care about the specific code FCA recommends, because my research shows those manufacturer-specific codes to be a potential marketing ploy. I did search through the API directory of companies with API certification of SN+; there are quite a few oils certified; if you'd like, here is the searchable link:
https://engineoil.api.org/Directory/EolcsSearch
Since I used to be a euro-car nerd, I will probably go with:
Amazon.com: Liqui Moly 20228 Molygen New Generation 5W30 Motor Oil, 5 l, 1 Pack : Automotive
Thanks.

 

[DanW]

Thanks for the input. My research shows that the API SP motor oil grade is now the most advanced, and the SN+ recommendation in the manual basically means AT LEAST SN, (or better); well, the SP is the better. I don't really care about the specific code FCA recommends, because my research shows those manufacturer-specific codes to be a potential marketing ploy. I did search through the API directory of companies with API certification of SN+; there are quite a few oils certified; if you'd like, here is the searchable link:
https://engineoil.api.org/Directory/EolcsSearch
Since I used to be a euro-car nerd, I will probably go with:
Amazon.com: Liqui Moly 20228 Molygen New Generation 5W30 Motor Oil, 5 l, 1 Pack : Automotive
Thanks.

Remember, too, that most big name SN+ oils met the new SP spec before it came out and the labels changed. They may have even met it 18 months early.

 

[JKWMD]

Yeah, I think most major brand oils are actually pretty good, just not all have gone through certification, or are willing to pony-up for it. I think any SP oil of the proper weight is probably fine, as long as you actually change it periodically. The "MAJOR" differences I hear people speak of in some oil reviews can probably be attributed to a placebo effect/wishful thinking.

 

[jjvincent]

Honestly, the engine will outlast the vehicle today. For some reason people obsess about motor oil yet never about the diff, transfer case or transmission. Trust me, those will wear out before the engine. I think people just go after motor oil because of obsolete information and the thought that engines wear out at some alarming rate.

Best thing to do is just use what it says to use, change every 5K and call it a day. For filters, that's another gimmick. Most of the filters are made by Mann+Hummel. Just rebranded with some that have fancy packaging.

 

[rubiria]

Did my very first Oil Change at 5K miles last month and this is what I use:

With an OEM Mopar Filter, I use Ultra1plus Full Synthetic Oil in my 2022 JLUR. It’s API SP (exceeding API SN Plus Certification) and American made (bottled in Texas and distributed in Florida). I have already clocked more than 2k miles in and the Oil still remains a light to medium brown hue. The 2.0 runs absolutely smooth in all driving conditions (highway, backroads, towing, and trails etc), and kept me going thru my most recent mini Road Trip last weekend.

I guess I could do a Full 5K Mile Review on this sometime soon, but I absolutely recommend this Brand!

 

[sentience]

Honestly, the engine will outlast the vehicle today. For some reason people obsess about motor oil yet never about the diff, transfer case or transmission. Trust me, those will wear out before the engine. I think people just go after motor oil because of obsolete information and the thought that engines wear out at some alarming rate.

Best thing to do is just use what it says to use, change every 5K and call it a day. For filters, that's another gimmick. Most of the filters are made by Mann+Hummel. Just rebranded with some that have fancy packaging.

I agree with this. But I’m going to blame the auto industry on that one. When was the last time you saw an ad for the diff, transfer case or transmission oil?

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