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In multi-grade oil what is W means?

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winter viscosity grades

Step-by-step explanation:

The “W”/winter viscosity grades describe the oil's viscosity under cold temperature engine starting conditions. There's a Low Temperature Cranking Viscosity which sets a viscosity requirement at various low temperatures to ensure that the oil isn't too thick so that the starter motor can't crank the engine over.

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