The table shows all suitable motor oils for Camaro 2st generation, made in 1978 — 1981.
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Year
Grade SAE
all-season +25 to -25 °C
winter -30 to +5 °C
summer -5 to +45 °C
Gasoline API
Diesel API
Oil Type
Recommended Brand
1979
5W-50 10W-50
0W-50 0W-40
5W-50 5W-40
SJ SH
CH-4 CG-4
only synthetics
SHELL, Mobil
1980
5W-50 10W-50
0W-50 0W-40
5W-50 5W-40
SJ SH
CH-4 CG-4
only synthetics
SHELL, Mobil
1981
5W-50 10W-50
0W-50 0W-40
5W-50 5W-40
SJ SH
CH-4 CG-4
only synthetics
SHELL, Mobil
Data close to recommended in Chevrolet
To buy the right oil you need to know SAE Viscosity Grade and API Quality Index oil for diesel or gasoline engine. You can select any Brand from the listed.
Example: for gasoline engines Chevrolet Camaro (2st generation) 1978, suitable multigrade synthetics oil 5W-50 quality SJ, SH.
For bodies made in 1981, for the cold season, recommended only synthetics 0W-50 \ SJ, SH.
If possible, check the selected oil for compliance with the manufacturers specifications and service intervals.