Shell Helix HX8 ECT 5W-40

Approved by

• Mercedes-Benz

Standards & approvals

• MB-Approval 229.31

  Official approval

  Mercedes-Benz low-SAPS passenger-car engine oil, predecessor level

  Low-SAPS Mercedes-Benz approval for petrol and diesel engines with a particulate filter, predecessor of 229.51.

• MB-Approval 229.51

  Official approval

  Mercedes-Benz low-SAPS extended-drain engine oil

  Low-SAPS Mercedes-Benz approval for extended-drain engine oil in petrol and diesel passenger cars with a particulate filter, above 229.31.

• ACEA C3

  ACEA C3 oil sequence

  ACEA's sequence for catalyst-compatible, low-SAPS engines.

• API SN

  Petrol engine oil, API SN performance level

  API's service category for spark-ignition engines. Current category.

Specifications

Brand

Shell

Range

Shell Helix

Category

Engine oils

Viscosity

SAE 5W-40

Manufacturer code

001G0251

Availability

On request

Compatible vehicles

Alfa Romeo

159

BMW

3 Series E90, 3 Series F30, 5 Series E60, 5 Series F10, X3 F25, X5 F15

Fiat

Bravo, Croma

Mercedes-Benz

C-Class W204, E-Class W211, E-Class W212, M-Class W166, Sprinter W906, Vito W447

Opel

Antara, Astra J, Astra K, Corsa D, Corsa E, Insignia A, Insignia B, Mokka X, Zafira C

Renault

Clio dCi, Clio II, Clio III, Clio III RS, Laguna III, Megane II, Megane II RS, Megane III RS, Scenic II, Twingo II

Derived from the vehicle makers' approvals this product meets. Check the specification your vehicle's manual requires.

Typical characteristics

Manufacturer's description

Fully synthetic engine oil, continuous performance, cleansing and protection. Shell Helix HX8 ECT 5W-40 uses advanced emissions-compatible technology that helps keep diesel particulate filters clean and maintain engine performance, and helps reduce engine friction for enhanced fuel economy. The SAE 5W-40 grade (14.0 cSt at 100 °C) holds Mercedes-Benz 229.31 and 229.51 approvals, is listed for ACEA C3, API SN, BMW Longlife-04 and Renault RN 0700/0710, and meets the GM dexos2 and Fiat 9.55535-S2 requirements.

Applications

• Shell Helix HX8 ECT uses advanced emissions-compatible technology to protect the vehicle's exhaust system. Its low-SAPS formulation helps keep diesel particulate filters clean and protects them from the ash build-up that can block the exhaust system and lead to reduced engine performance.
• Shell Helix HX8 ECT can be used in modern gasoline engines, diesel engines with particulate filters and gas engines.
• Meets the Fiat 955535-S2 requirementsTo find the right Shell Helix product for your vehicle or equipment, please consult Shell LubeMatch at http://lubematch.shell.com. Advice on applications not covered here can be obtained from Shell Lubricants representatives or from the technical desk.

Performance & benefits

• Wear protection: 40% better than the industry standard.
• Fast flow: 30% faster, reaching critical engine parts sooner, for easier starting and rapid warm-up.
• Corrosion protection: 60% better.
• Viscosity control: designed to give excellent shear stability, to maintain oil viscosity and protect the engine.