There are a few variables you need to take into account. Most importantly is the temperature that the car will be operated in. If its a colder climate stick to a 5w-30, warmer maybe a 10x-30. If the car burns some oil stick with the 10w-30 otherwise 5w-30 is perfect for you. Synthetic will prolong your oil change intervals but if the car burns oil it will become expensive quickly! Synthetic oil paired with a synthetic oil filter can give you a 5000-6000 mile oil change interval compared to that of 3500 or so with "regular" oil.
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The motor oil that is recommended for a 1996 Honda Civic automatic is 5w 20. This motor oil can be purchased at any auto parts store.
In a 1996 Ford Taurus ( 5W-30 ) according to the Owner Guide
motor oil
I have a 1996 Q45 and my owners manual recommends 5W-30 motor oil. I guess its the same for whatever year.
It depends the motor.
2 cycle motor oil
5W/30 motor oil
Synthetic motor oil.
Motor Oil
It doesn't take motor oil! Special kind of oil you buy from the dealership! Cost about $10 a bottle
SAE 5W - 30 is the preferred oil