Vehicles using L-4 DOHC engine list:

Recommended oil for engine L-4 DOHC engine.

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Castrol Magnatec 5W‑30 A5
Castrol Magnatec 5W‑30 A5
SAE 5W‑30✔
ACEA A1/B1 / A5/B5✔
API SN/CF✔
ILSAC GF‑4 / GF‑5✔
Ford WSS‑M2C913‑A / B / C / D✔
Liqui Moly Special Tec F 5W‑30
Liqui Moly Special Tec F 5W‑30
SAE 5W‑30✔
ACEA A5/B5✔
API SN✔
ILSAC GF‑5✔
Ford WSS‑M2C913‑A / B / C / D✔
Mobil Super 3000 Formula F 5W‑30
Mobil Super 3000 Formula F 5W‑30
SAE 5W‑30✔
ACEA A1/B1 / A5/B5✔
API SN✔
ILSAC GF‑5✔
Ford WSS‑M2C913‑A / B / C / D✔
MPM 05000F 5W‑30 Premium Synthetic Ford
MPM 05000F 5W‑30 Premium Synthetic Ford
SAE 5W‑30✔
ACEA A5/B5✔
API SN✔
ILSAC GF‑4 / GF‑5✔
Ford WSS‑M2C913‑A / B / C / D✔
Oil specification key
✔ – Meets the required specification
❓ – Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
❌ – Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.

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Oil specifications for L-4 DOHC engine

SAE 5W-30
API SL
GM-LL-A-025
GM-LL-B-025

Most common problems, symptoms & fixes for the L-4 DOHC engine.

Engine L-4 DOHC in the Chevrolet Daewoo Tacuma/Rezzo 2.0 16V commonly faces issues like timing chain wear, valve cover gasket leaks, and ignition coil failures. Diagnosis includes listening for rattling noises (timing chain), checking for oil leaks around the valve cover, and scanning for misfire codes. Preventive maintenance involves regular oil changes with quality oil to reduce wear and timely replacement of the timing chain tensioner. Solutions include replacing the timing chain and tensioner if worn, changing valve cover gaskets to stop leaks, and swapping faulty ignition coils to restore smooth running. Regular inspections help avoid costly repairs.