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Will it hurt to use 10w40 oil in a 1994 Honda Accord?

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Yes, it will hurt. Honda designed and built the engine and they recommend SAE 5w30 oil. So there is your answer. Use what Honda recommends and nothing else. To do otherwise would be foolish.

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