Engine oil on 200RS

[hon_n_gem]

Hi Guys/Girls,

Just had my car serviced and I noticed that the oil on my clio was changed, and RN0720 oil was used. (per the clio booklet, RN0700 should be used).

Will this be a problem? I called the garage and they said that it will be ok as its a higher quality oil?!

Many thanks,

Hon

 

[hon_n_gem]

On further research: I believe RN0720 is 5w30 and RN0700 is 5w40?! What affect will this have on the car?

 

[Gorms]

The oil will be less viscous when the car is up to temp. The oil will lose some of its protective properties when you are pushing the car hard. Not sure about in a clio mind!

 

[Fred@BTM]

yep that's the wrong oil! RN720 is for Diesel engines

 

[JamesBryan]

Oh dear.... I'd be taking that back to be done again.

 

[Renault Wolverhampton]

rn0710 is 5w40 10w40 is rn0700

 

[hon_n_gem]

Ok, I'll call the garage up tomorrow and get it changed!

Thanks for all your responses!