How much engine oil should i put in a 1998 Mitsubishi Mirage? Also, what is the best brand oil and oil grade for it on a hot climate?

it should be 5w30 castrol or i know its hot and the engine will run cooler with 20w50 but i dont know if the oil pump can handle that grade you can use a sae 30 grade which is thicker for hotter climate but i would try 5w30 any brand and check for oil consumption after 6,000 km to see if burnning oil normal use should be 1 liter after 6km

if this is engine oil just undo the engine drain plug you will obviously need a large flatish tray to catch it in ,if its the tranny same thing but let it all out and start again with fresh fluid check manual for quantity, the consequences can be quite damaging to the engine if driven and more so for the tranny so do before drivig again

Valve cover gasket may need to be replace.
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Walmart has good prices, or any auto motive store. I use fram brand and have good luck. You will need the make, model, year, and engine size.

ITS EASIER IF YOU PUT ATTENTION ON THE OIL CAP YOU SEE WHAT TIPE OF OIL YOU HAVE TO PUT IN THERE BAT IF YOU LEVE ON HOT AREAS IS BETTER PUT ALETTLE MORE THIG OIL OR HIGH GRADE LIKED 10W40 10W50 OR 20W50 I LIKKED VALVOLINE OIL ITS THE BEST FOR CARS I HOP I HELP ALITTLE BEAT ABRAHAM HIRALES

You could try stp stop smoke,engine oil additive, but as you know this is a temporary thing to do, and it will propably smoke even worse, at first, until it puts a seal around the worn parts.

Lubricants and capacities
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range Cold climate
Engine oil grade SAE 5W/30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE 10W/30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE 10W/50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE 10W/40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Engine with filter(s) litres 4,5

Lubricants and capacities
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range Cold climate
Engine oil grade SAE 5W/30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CI/C3
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE 5W/30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CI/C3
Ambient temperature range Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE 5W/30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CI/C3
Engine with filter(s) litres 9,5

You can use whatever brand of oil you like. The important thing is to choose the right grade of oil or viscosity. If you are in a very cold climate this oil would probably not be suitable at all - too thick. On the other hand, a in a hot climate this would be OK. The Manufacturer's recommended grade for your climate will be in the owner's manual.

There are a few factors that you have to consider when choosing the right oil for your vehilce. Of them, you need to pick motor oil that has the applicable API quality and viscosity ratings for your vehicle and climate. For a better explanation, please this handy diagnostic article that specifically addresses how to determine exactly what kind of oil you need for your Mitsubishi: http://yourhandymanzone.com/Your_Handyman_Zone_How_To_Pages_Vehicle_Car_Zone_Cars_Trucks_Vans_Oil_Choose_Motor_Oil.htm Good luck! Brad