Is this ok?

Question

Had my oil changed and my car asks for 0w20 or 5w20 and the mechanic put 5w30 and also overfilled the oil

Answer 1

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your car asked for it? damn-my car doesnt talk.

seriously - overfilling the oil can cause damage to the engine in a modern car.

Answer 2

If it is over filled just slightly than you will be okay. Most cars will operate just fine on 10w30 oil and not present any problems.

Answer 3

Most engines are fine with a slight change in viscosity - I know the ford 5.4 with VVT is not one of them - they need the lighter oil. Just to make a point (sloppiness is not acceptable) I may take it back to the mechanic and have him do it right. 

Answer 4

5w30, to replace 0w20 or 5w20 show be ok in the cold weather where the 5w is more important.

Overfilling the oil is not good.  Easy enough to drain a little out.

Answer 5

Yes, it is o.k. in that it will not damage the car.