Shell Helix Extra ECT 5W-40 Engine Oil 5L

Shell Helix Extra ECT 5W-40 Engine Oil 5L is a 5W-40 engine oil from Shell, supplied in a 5L pack. It meets ACEA C3, API SN and carries manufacturer approvals including BMW Longlife-04, MB 229.31, MB 229.51.

Specifications at a glance

Suitable for

Use where the vehicle manufacturer calls for BMW Longlife-04; MB 229.31; MB 229.51; Renault RN 0700; Renault RN 0710; Fiat 9.55535-S2; GM Dexos2. Commonly used in BMW and MINI, Mercedes-Benz, Vauxhall and Opel, General Motors, Renault, Dacia and Nissan, Fiat, Alfa Romeo and Jeep vehicles. Always confirm the grade against your owner's handbook or service schedule before use, as requirements vary between engines of the same model.

Key benefits

• ACEA C3: a low-SAPS specification that protects diesel particulate filters and catalysts while keeping a higher film strength, used by BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen Group and GM.
• API SN: a modern API petrol engine category that offers strong deposit control and protection for emissions systems.

Frequently asked questions

Is Shell Helix Extra ECT 5W-40 right for my car?

Look in your handbook or on the oil filler cap for the specification codes listed above, such as BMW Longlife-04. If your vehicle lists one of them, this oil meets the requirement. If you are unsure, send us your registration number and we will confirm the correct grade.

What does 5W-40 mean?

The first number (5W) describes how easily the oil flows when cold, so a lower number means easier cold starts. The second number describes the oil's thickness at normal running temperature. Always use the grade your manufacturer specifies.

How much oil will I need?

Most petrol and diesel cars take between 4 and 6 litres for a full oil change, so a 5L pack covers a typical service with some left for top-ups. Check your handbook for the exact capacity including the filter.

Supplied sealed in the manufacturer's original packaging and dispatched from the UK by Nitroma Lubricants.