Gasoline (Petrol) Engines

Category

Status

Service

SM

Current

For all automotive engines currently in use. Introduced in 2004, SM oils are designed to provide improved oxidation resistance, improved deposit protection, better wear protection, and better low-temperature performance over the life of the oil. Some SM oils may also meet the latest ILSAC specification and/or qualify as Energy Conserving.

SL

Current

For 2004 and older automotive engines.

SJ

Current

For 2001 and older automotive engines.

SH

Obsolete

For 1996 and older engines.

SG

Obsolete

For 1993 and older engines.

SF

Obsolete

For 1988 and older engines.

SE

Obsolete

CAUTION: Not suitable for use in gasoline-powered automotive engines built after 1979.

SD

Obsolete

CAUTION: Not suitable for use in gasoline-powered automotive engines built after 1971. Use in more modern engines may cause unsatisfactory performance or equipment harm.

SC

Obsolete

CAUTION: Not suitable for use in gasoline-powered automotive engines built after 1967.Use in more modern engines may cause unsatisfactory performance or equipment harm.

SB

Obsolete

CAUTION: Not suitable for use in gasoline-powered automotive engines built after 1951.Use in more modern engines may cause unsatisfactory performance or equipment harm.

SA

Obsolete

CAUTION: Contains no additives. Not suitable for use in gasoline-powered automotive engines built after 1930. Use in more modern engines may cause unsatisfactory performance or equipment harm.