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wild1poet2 · 12-11-2005, 09:10 AM

Need some advice. I just picked up a leftover '04 with no miles.

1). When storing it for the winter can I put a smart charger on it without pulling the battery out?? Will it disrupt or fry any electricals/sensors/anti theft systems?

2). The car came with synthetic oil. I've always used fossil oil when breaking in new engines then switched to synthetic. This allows(at least in theory) for a better mating of valve seats, rings, bearings, etc. I may be dating myself with this question. Should I use fossil oil during the break in period?

Thanks

12-11-2005, 09:10 AM	#1
wild1poet2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Boston area Posts: 327	winter storage and break in Need some advice. I just picked up a leftover '04 with no miles. 1). When storing it for the winter can I put a smart charger on it without pulling the battery out?? Will it disrupt or fry any electricals/sensors/anti theft systems? 2). The car came with synthetic oil. I've always used fossil oil when breaking in new engines then switched to synthetic. This allows(at least in theory) for a better mating of valve seats, rings, bearings, etc. I may be dating myself with this question. Should I use fossil oil during the break in period? Thanks