Liqui Moly 20138 Special Tec AA SAE 5W-30 Fully Synthetic Motor Oil 5 Liter

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Product Specification:

SKU:LQM20138

MPN: 20138

UPC: 4100420201394

Weight: 40.6 lb

Type: Motor Oils

Vehicle Fitment

Universal - suitable for all modern Asian and American gasoline engines where any of the following approvals are required: API SQ, ILSAC GF-7A, or VWC 53034
Especially suited for engines with gasoline direct injection (GDI) and turbochargers, including naturally aspirated gasoline engines requiring current API/ILSAC specification motor oils
Recommended across all major Asian and American OEM brands including Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Subaru, Hyundai, Kia, Chrysler, Ford, and GM - consult your owner's manual or oil filler cap to confirm the required specification before ordering

Fitment Notes

This is the Special Tec "AA" (Asian/American) formulation - it is specifically engineered for Asian and American gasoline engine platforms and is NOT the European-platform Special Tec LL or Top Tec series; verify which formulation your vehicle requires before ordering
For gasoline engines only - not designed for diesel engine applications
Tested safe with catalytic converters and turbochargers
Miscible with all commercially available motor oils - can be used to top off systems without compatibility concerns, though full effectiveness is achieved at complete oil change
Extended oil change intervals are achievable depending on manufacturer instructions - always follow your vehicle manufacturer's specified service intervals
This listing is for the 5-liter canister - also available in 1L (20136) and 20L (22293)
Made in Germany

Features

Fully synthetic, low-viscosity premium-class motor oil specifically developed for modern Asian and American gasoline engines - the "AA" designation reflects a purpose-built formulation for the friction, wear, and cleanliness demands of Japanese, Korean, and domestic US gasoline engine designs, which differ in key additive requirements from European platforms
Ideally suited for GDI (gasoline direct injection) and turbocharged gasoline engines - direct injection creates higher combustion temperatures and increased low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) risk; the ILSAC GF-7A / API SQ formulation includes enhanced LSPI protection chemistry and deposit control additives to address the specific challenges of modern GDI engines
Innovative additive technology for best wear protection under all operating conditions - protects valve train, piston rings, cylinder walls, camshafts, and bearings at all RPM and load levels, from cold idle through sustained high-RPM operation
Outstanding engine cleanliness - the high-performance detergent and dispersant package prevents the formation of sludge, varnish, and piston deposits that can occur from the high combustion temperatures and blow-by gases common in modern turbocharged GDI engines
Lowest oil and fuel consumption - the low-viscosity 5W-30 synthetic base stock and friction-reducing additive package minimize internal engine drag, contributing to improved fuel economy and reduced oil volatility and burn-off
Excellent low-temperature behavior - immediate oil flow and film formation at cold start, reducing wear during the critical seconds before full oil pressure is established across the engine
High shear stability - resists viscosity loss under the mechanical shear forces generated in modern high-performance and turbocharged gasoline engine bearings and valve train components, maintaining protective viscosity throughout the service interval
Optimum stability to aging - the fully synthetic base stock resists oxidative and thermal degradation throughout extended oil change intervals, maintaining lubricating performance to the end of the service life
Reduces pollutant emissions - the low-SAPS-compatible additive package supports the long-term performance of three-way catalytic converters and GPF systems in modern gasoline engines
Smooth engine running - consistent viscosity and friction characteristics throughout the service interval contribute to quieter, smoother engine operation at all operating temperatures
Miscible with all commercially available motor oils - can be used to top off without risk of compatibility issues, though best results are achieved when used as the sole fill fluid
Manufactured exclusively in Germany to Liqui Moly's strict quality and R&D standards

Specifications

Part Number: 20138
Brand: Liqui Moly
Product Name: Special Tec AA
Viscosity Grade: SAE 5W-30
Oil Type: Fully Synthetic, Low-Viscosity
Volume: 5 Liters
Container: Plastic canister
Country of Manufacture: Germany
Application: Modern Asian and American gasoline engines, GDI, turbocharged
UPC: 4100420201387
Companion sizes: 20136 (1L), 22293 (20L), 20381 (205L)

Approvals and OEM Specifications Met

API SQ
ILSAC GF-7A
VWC 53034
Also recommended for: Chrysler, Fiat 9.55535-CR1, Ford WSS-M2C 946-A / 946-B1 / 961-A1, GM 6094 M / dexos1 Gen 3, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, GWM/HAVAL/Wuling

Included Components

1x 5-Liter plastic canister of Liqui Moly Special Tec AA SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil

Product Description

Liqui Moly 20138 is the Special Tec AA SAE 5W-30 fully synthetic motor oil in a 5-liter plastic canister - a premium-class, low-viscosity engine oil developed specifically for modern Asian and American gasoline engines, with particular focus on engines equipped with gasoline direct injection (GDI) and turbochargers. For gasoline engines only. Also available in 1L (20136) and 20L (22293).

The "AA" designation marks this as a purpose-built formulation for Asian and American gasoline engine platforms - distinctly different from Liqui Moly's European-spec Special Tec LL or Top Tec series. Carrying current API SQ and ILSAC GF-7A approvals (the highest gasoline engine oil standards currently in effect), Special Tec AA is recommended across Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Subaru, Hyundai, Kia, Chrysler, Ford, and GM engines requiring current API/ILSAC specification motor oils. The ILSAC GF-7A formulation includes enhanced low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) protection chemistry and improved deposit control for modern turbocharged GDI engines. The innovative additive technology guarantees best wear protection, outstanding engine cleanliness, and lowest oil and fuel consumption with extended oil change intervals as permitted by your vehicle manufacturer. Miscible with all commercially available motor oils. Tested safe with catalytic converters and turbochargers. Made in Germany by Liqui Moly.