{"product_id":"shell-helix-extra-ect-5w-40-engine-oil-5l","title":"Shell Helix Extra ECT 5W-40 Engine Oil 5L","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShell Helix Extra ECT 5W-40 Engine Oil 5L\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShell Helix Extra ECT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eViscosity grade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5W-40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5L bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIndustry specifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eACEA C3; API SN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer approvals\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW Longlife-04; MB 229.31; MB 229.51; Renault RN 0700; Renault RN 0710\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAlso meets or recommended for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiat 9.55535-S2; GM Dexos2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e521779571\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer reference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e550077807\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eACEA 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAPI SN: a modern API petrol engine category that offers strong deposit control and protection for emissions systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Shell Helix Extra ECT 5W-40 right for my car?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLook 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does 5W-40 mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much oil will I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied sealed in the manufacturer's original packaging and dispatched from the UK by Nitroma Lubricants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63875031040330,"sku":"521779571","price":82.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/2206\/7786\/files\/shell-helix-extra-ect-5w-40-5l.jpg?v=1792060719","url":"https:\/\/nitromalubricants.co.uk\/products\/shell-helix-extra-ect-5w-40-engine-oil-5l","provider":"Nitroma Lubricants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}