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Table of Contents 4 6 7 8 12 14 16 18 20 26 What Does Motor Oil Actually Do? Discover the Mobil 1 Difference Whats the Synthetic Difference? Keeps Your Engine Performing Like New Exceptional Cleaning Power for Dirty Engines Improved Temperature Performance Mobil 1 Success Stories Mobil 1 Motorsports Questions & Answers Special Applications for Mobil 1
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Your engine is a complex machine with hundreds of moving parts that operate under a wide range of temperatures and stresses. The oil you select needs to be equally capable of coping with these operating conditions to protect your engine against wear, corrosion, and the build up of dirt and deposits.
Prevent Valve Train Wear Prevent Rust Prevent Sludge and Varnish
Control Viscosity Increase Keep Oil Screen Clean Reduce Oil Consumption Prevent Sludge
Feature Prevents oil becoming too thick at low temperatures and too thin at high temperatures Keeps oil flow at starting up Reduces oil burn-off Due to the more consistent molecular structure of synthetics, there is less friction within the fluid Resists breakdown and attack from oxygen molecules
Benefit Reduces engine wear, especially at temperature extremes Oil reaches critical engine parts more quickly to reduce engine wear Reduces oil consumption and need for frequent top-off Leads to greater efficiency and lower oil temperatures Slows down the rate of oil thickening and minimizes engine deposits and varnish
Mobil 1 uses approximately 15 to 20 different components from around the world to make each Mobil 1 product. Mobil 1 is always formulated with high performance base stocks, designed to provide optimum low and high temperature protection in each viscosity grade. Our advanced synthetic fluids are expertly combined to enhance high temperature cleanliness and anti-wear performance.
Friction Modifier
Combination of Dispersants
Anti-Wear Additives
Seal Swell Agent Long Term Antioxidant Shear Stable Viscosity Modifier Combination of Detergents
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Mobil 1 provides excellent control of oil consumption over extended distance at 21,000 kilometer oil drain intervals. In a controlled research environment, engineers tested a Mercedes-Benz E350 engine with Mobil 1 0W-40. The engine demonstrated excellent oil consumption control, only 1 liter (approximately) for every 41,000 kilometers.
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When using Mobil 1, oil consumption is extremely low over extended service, even at 21,000 km oil drain intervals.
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Even after 200,000 km using extended oil change intervals (every 21,000 km), Mobil 1 exhibited excellent total base number retention, remaining several times above the minimum recommended limit.
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Even with 21,000 km oil changes, the engine was in excellent condition after 210,000 km.
While conventional oils may increase in viscosity with use, Mobil 1 maintained its specified viscosity - even with 21,000 km oil changes.
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After running on Mobil 1 for over 210,000 kilometers, critical engine components showed virtually no wear, helping prove that Mobil 1 keeps engines performing like new.
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Mobil 1 helps provide excellent protection against deposits, even after 210,000 kilometers.
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Photographs demonstrate dramatic visual cleanliness improvement after just 19,000 kilometers with Mobil 1.
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Success Stories I closed my eyes as I turned the ignition key and the engine fired up immediately. It was incredible. The engine had been turned off for six hours in -40 C temperature and within a few seconds the oil pressure had reached the necessary levels without any drive train noise. There is no other oil I would use for an arctic trip like this besides Mobil 1 synthetic engine oil. The idea of using an oil other than Mobil 1, would be like driving on ice with bald tires. Its just something I would never do. Scott Brady, Expeditions West For the past 15 years, Mobil 1 has provided the engine protection needed to minimize component wear, resulting in enhanced engine reliability and improved overall performance, Tom Wallace, Vehicle Line Executive and Global Chief Engineer of performance cars for General Motors. While I have always been very interested in the science and technology of how things work, I am a person who is far more interested in results. And, the results I have had are a testament to the superior technology that is behind Mobil 1 synthetic engine oil. Peter Gilbert, Million Mile Saab Owner In looking for a high performance oil that would deliver long lasting protection for the advanced turbocharged engine, Mobil 1 was a natural fit because of its proven performance, and the long track record of success we have had using Mobil 1 in our other General Motors vehicles, Chris Meagher, chief engineer for Ecotec engines Mobil 1 is going Round the World. Literally. When a team of adventurers embarked on a roundthe-world expedition in several Land Rover Discovery sport utility vehicles, they put their trust in Mobil 1 0W-40. While trekking through the deep country inside Cambodia where gas stations amounted to roadside stops where people poured fuel from glass bottles into gas tanks poor fuel quality caused terminal catalytic converter failure. The lead vehicle was summoned to pull over as the converter was glowing red and on fire. Even though the engine was subjected to the most severe abuse, and the oil hadnt been changed in over 40,000 kilometers, the engine remained protected by Mobil 1 - established proof that Mobil 1 0W-40 can last over 40,000 kilometers under some of the worlds most difficult conditions!
Trust the Experts Its no wonder Mobil 1 is original equipment in some of the worlds finest vehicles, including: Aston Martin, Bentley Arnage & Continental GT, Cadillac CTS, XLR, SRX, STS, DTS, and Escalade, Chevrolet Corvette, Dodge Charger SRT8, Dodge Viper, Mercedes-Benz AMG vehicles, Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, Mitsubishi Evolution, Porsche and the Nissan GT-R. After all, Mobil 1 offers better wear protection and better resistance to thermal degradation than conventional or semi-synthetic oils. Mobil 1 motor oils will continue to perform at temperatures that make conventional and semi-synthetic motor oils start to oxidize and turn to sludge. Mobil 1 motor oils are capable of protecting engines at temperatures up to 204C. This type of stability is especially important for stop-and-go driving, for high-tech engines which tend to run at higher temperatures, and for turbocharged engines. Mobil 1 5W-30 and 0W-40 were chosen by leading automobile manufacturers for their ability to provide outstanding protection not only under normal operating conditions, but also under extreme conditions. Extreme Performance Mobil 1 engineers werent surprised when a high-performance race car equipped with Mobil 1 continued to run even when the engine coolant was lost. The oil temperature sensors broke at 130C (engine oil temperature was estimated to have reached 170C). Mobil 1 allowed the car to stay in the race and cross the finish line.
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Formulated for Performance When the Mercedes-Benz McLaren team wants to run its Formula One cars, it turns to ExxonMobil, which has been leading the field in synthetic lubricants for over 30 years. The reason that ExxonMobil is involved with the Mercedes-Benz McLaren team is, on the surface at least, simple. Formula One cars are among the most technically demanding vehicles on the planet, providing an advanced and exacting test bed to develop lube and fuel technology that we all use in our road cars every day. In short, if any area of a Formula One car is not up to speed, it will soon be found out on the race track while the eyes of the world bear witness. Just from a pure research standpoint, were always looking to find ways of stressing the materials we are making, Formula One provides us with that opportunity, because its a very tough environment, and the stresses that it places on our lubricants and fuels allow us to keep improving them. The benefits of this are obvious, because it helps us to develop products that can cope with the unique tests that Formula One provides and then pass this technology, and their benefits, directly on to the consumer. Bruce Crawley, Global Motorsport Technology Manager at ExxonMobil What Experts Say Mobil 1 Technology is used in race cars around the world Formula One, NASCAR, endurance racers, you name it. Here are some comments from some of the top drivers and race engineers who rely on the protection of Mobil 1. Porsche The collaboration in research and development, combined with Porsche and Mobil 1 technology, unites two of the worlds strongest brands with one single philosophy: maximum performance for the ultimate driving experience. Hartnut Kristen, Director of Porsche Motorsports
Porsche For the past ten years, Porsche engineers have trusted Mobil 1 for its outstanding performance capabilities and engine protection. The Transsyberia Rally is a true test of a vehicles ability to perform in extreme conditions and as we equipped our team of 25 Porsche Cayenne S vehicles we knew we needed to use a motor oil that could help maximize engine protection and performance. As weve done before, we turned to Mobil 1 fully synthetic motor oil. Jrgen Kern, Porsche Cayenne Transsyberia Team Manager NASCAR Mobil 1 is the only motor oil Ill trust in my race engine and in my own car. Sam Hornish Jr., NASCAR race driver GM Racing Mobil 1 has always been highly regarded throughout GM by the GTO, Cadillac and GTS V8 race teams. We needed a lubricant that would not only maximize power and reliability of the Corvettes roadorientated engine, but also provide a stable platform from which to develop its potential. Mobil 1 exceeded our requirements. Mike Atkins, Purchasing/Customer Service Manager for Pratt & Miller
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Formula One is an extremely rigorous test ground for the Mobil product. Were seeing extremely high temperatures, high loads in the engine, and of course the lubricants and fuels that support those processes have to be the very best. And thats exactly what we strive to achieve with our partner, ExxonMobil. Ron Dennis, McLaren Group Chairman and CEO
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1. Whats the difference between a fully synthetic and a semi-synthetic motor oil? All motor oils are made up of base oils and additives. In general, fully synthetic motor oils contain non-conventional, highperformance fluids. Semi-synthetic oils (also called blends) usually use a small percentage of non-conventional, highperformance fluids in combination with conventional oil. 2. Is Mobil 1 a fully synthetic oil? Yes, it is. To meet the demanding requirements of todays specifications (and our customers expectations) Mobil 1 uses high-performance synthetic fluids, along with a proprietary system of additives. In fact, each Mobil 1 product is engineered from a specific combination of synthetic fluids and hand selected additives. 3. What makes synthetic motor oil superior to conventional motor oil? First of all, the performance of Mobil 1 is more robust, especially in terms of low-temperature pumping and flow. High-temperature stability and protection against deposits are also superior. These attributes translate into less engine wear and longer engine life. Conventional oils lack the performance of synthetic oils in the areas of low-temperature performance and high-temperature oxidation stability. Mineral base stocks used in conventional motor oils also contain much greater amounts of impurities, such as sulfur, reactive and unstable hydrocarbons, and other undesirable contaminants that cannot be completely removed by conventional refining of crude oil. 4. What about high-temperature protection? Mobil 1 synthetic motor oils offer better resistance to thermal degradation than conventional or semi-synthetic oils. Mobil 1 synthetic oil carries the benefit of a higher Viscosity Index (V.I.) which facilitates a thicker oil film over a wider range of operating temperatures. This reduces the metal-to-metal contact which generates excessive heat and leads to engine wear. Mobil 1 will continue to perform at temperatures that make conventional and semi-synthetic motor oils start to oxidize, thicken and eventually turn to sludge. Mobil 1 motor oils are capable of protecting engines at temperatures up to 400F. This type of stability is especially important for stop-and-go driving, for high-tech engines, which tend to run at higher temperatures, and for turbocharged engines.
5. Why do turbocharged engines have special lubrication needs? Oil temperatures in turbocharged engines can run significantly higher than those in nonturbocharged engines, especially in the area of the turbocharger bearing after engine shutdown. With no oil movement after engine shutdown, these elevated temperatures can cause coking of conventional motor oil that is, the oil literally turns to carbon. The high-temperature oxidation stability of Mobil 1 makes turbocharged engines a perfect application for Mobil 1, which will help prevent coking in a turbocharger. 6. Does Mobil 1 use the same additives as conventional oils? No. Mobil 1 uses carefully selected individual components, creating a unique proprietary formulation of additives designed to provide outstanding all around performance (most other oils use off-the-shelf additive packages). In addition to additive packages which contain components, such as dispersants, detergents, and antioxidants to help keep the engine clean, motor oils also rely upon a component called a Viscosity Index (V.I.) improver to achieve the high-temperature viscosities needed by todays engines. Typically, V.I. improvers are long-chain polymers that uncoil at high temperatures to provide higher viscosity and coil up at low temperatures to provide better oil flow. Unfortunately, these molecules can be broken (sheared) by the sliding action of engine parts with close tolerance. Once the V.I. improver molecule is sheared, it is no longer effective. Mobil 1 formulations do not require the same level of V.I. improver as do conventional oils. Since Mobil 1s highperformance components are less likely to break down, Mobil 1 is engineered to protect your engine longer. 7. Does the viscosity of Mobil 1 differ from that of typical motor oils, especially at high or low temperatures? At very low temperatures, when the oil needs to be thinner to flow readily, Mobil 1 is capable of pumping easily while conventional oils can thicken substantially. At very high temperatures, when the oil needs to be thick enough to provide a film on engine parts to prevent metal-to-metal contact, Mobil 1 has a high viscosity index and resists being squeezed out of the contact area between metal surfaces by maintaining its viscosity. This helps prevent premature engine wear. Mobil 1 is also more resistant to oxidation at high temperatures and so thickens less than conventional oil. The Mobil 1 formulation, with its combination of high-performance fluids and a proprietary additive system, provides greater stability in extreme low and high engine temperatures.
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