Fully synthetic motor oil - Shell's most advanced formulation for high performance engines
Shell Helix Ultra powered by PurePlus Technology ensures nothing gets in the way of keeping your engine strong. Unleash your engine's true power for ultimate strength and responsiveness.
Performance, Features & Benefits
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Shell's Ultimate active cleansing technology
- Helps to protect high-performance engines from power and performance-robbing deposits.
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Superior wear and corrosion protection
- Helps to extend engine life by protecting surfaces from wear and by helping to neutralise corrosive combustion acids.
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Active clean-up
- Helps to remove sludge left behind by inferior oils.
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Superior resistance to oil degradation
- Helps to maintain protection throughout the oil-drain interval.
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Low-evaporation formulation
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Low oil consumption for less frequent top-up.
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Exceptional low-temperature performance
- Faster oil flow for quicker engine warm-up.
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Approved by car manufacturers
- Approved for use by numerous makers of high- performance vehicles and recommended by Ferrari.
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Long life
- Exceptional protection and cleansing, even at the longest manufacturer-recommended oil-drain intervals.
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Multi-fuel capability
- Can be used for gasoline, diesel and gas engines, and is also suitable for biodiesel and gasoline/ethanol blends.
- Low Speed Pre-Ignition Protection (LSPI)
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Low Speed Pre-Ignition Protection (LSPI).
- Can be used for gasoline, diesel and gas engines, and is also suitable for biodiesel and gasoline/ethanol blends.
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- 1- Compared with API SQ specification and based on Sequence IVA and Sequence VIII engine tests carried out at an independent laboratory.
- 2- Based on a severe sludge clean-up test.
- 3- Compared with API SQ specification and based on Sequence IIIG oxidation and deposit tests carried out at an independent laboratory.
- 4- Based on NOACK volatility test and equipment manufacturers’ requirements.
- 5- Compared with higher-viscosity oils.
Main Applications
- Shell Helix Ultra's fully synthetic formulation offers Shell's maximum protection in very hot and extremely cold climates, and severe driving conditions. Shell Helix Ultra can be used for modern gasoline engines, diesel engines (without particulate filters) and gas engines, and it is also suitable for use with biodiesel and gasoline/ethanol blends.
- It is also suitable for use in modern direct injection turbocharged gasoline engine where it provides protection against damaging low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI).
- Also suitable for use with many hybrid vehicles.
Specifications, Approvals & Recommendations
- API SQ
- ACEA A3/B3, A3/B4
- BMW Longlife-01
- MB-Approval 229.5, 226.5
- VW Standard 502.00, 505.00
- Porsche A40
- Renault RN 0700, RN 0710
- PSA B71 2296
- FPW9.55535/10
- Chrysler MS-10725, MS-12991
- Fiat 9.55535.Z2 & Fiat 9.55535-N2 (Meets the requirements)
- To find the right Shell Helix product for your vehicles and equipment, please consult Shell LubeMatch at: http://lubematch.shell.com
- Advice on applications not covered here may be obtained from your Shell or Shell Lubricants distributor representatives or technical helpdesks.
Typical Physical Characteristics
| Properties |
Method |
Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 |
| Density @15°C kg/m³ |
ASTM D4052 |
843 |
| Kinematic Viscosity @100°C cSt |
ASTM D445 |
12.8 |
| Kinematic Viscosity @40°C cSt |
ASTM D445 |
75.7 |
| Viscosity Index |
ASTM D2270 |
170 |
| MRV @-35°C cP |
ASTM D4684 |
17 700 |
| Flash Point °C |
ASTM D92 |
235 |
| Pour Point °C |
ASTM D97 |
-36 |
| Dynamic Viscosity @-30°C cP |
ASTM D5293 |
6 400 |
These characteristics are typical of current production. Whilst future production will conform to Shell's specification, variations in these characteristics may occur.
Health, Safety & Environment
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Health and Safety
- Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 is unlikely to present any significant health or safety hazard when properly used in the recommended application and good standards of personal hygiene are maintained.
Avoid contact with skin. Use impervious gloves with used oil. After skin contact, wash immediately with soap and water.
Guidance on Health and Safety is available on the appropriate Safety Data Sheet, which can be obtained from https://www.epc.shell.com
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Protect the Environment
- Take used oil to an authorised collection point. Do not discharge into drains, soil or water.
Technical Data Sheet for Shell Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 SQ 
Return Policy
If you would like to return your order, it must be unused and in the same condition as it was delivered to you. If this is the case, please call our customer service team on +201096040050 or contact us to arrange the details