Eng oil for C5 2.2HDi 2002 with particle filter

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Monkeyfeet
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Eng oil for C5 2.2HDi 2002 with particle filter

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I have always used Morris' oils on my cars (seem good value + spec, local parts shop keep a good range), but I am struggling to find the equivalent to the recommended Total Quartz 9000 for the C5.
I'm sure the TQ 7000 is recommended for non-particulate filter 2.0 hdi engines, so my question is: is it because of the part. filter requirements that I need a higher spec oil, or is it perceived higher engine loads on the 2.2 that necessitate a higher spec oil?
Could the filter be damaged by the wrong oil, or is it more to do with oil lifespan?
Any advice gratefully received.
XantiaTD's(all gone). BXGTi, sold (sob). C5 2.2Hdi SE Exc Hatch. C5 2.2 Estate auto. Xsara Hdi estate. Yam YZF750, Zoom. GSX-S750, mmm.
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