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Is an oil change important?

Is an oil change important?

When should you change your oil?

In what we will call the "old days", it was common for everyone to change oil every 3000 miles. That was the standard across the board. Vehicle manufacturers recommendations are what set this standard. Today recommended oil change intervals vary greatly! Vehicles are now coming with recommended intervals that don't necessarily fall into what would be considered a "standard" any longer. Some manufacturers still have the intervals set at 3000 miles, others are at 5000 miles, even further some manufacturers are recommending 10,000 miles. What plays into these recommendations are the type of engine, the type of oil and how you drive your vehicle as well as if you drive in cold or hot weather.
The bottom line is, oil changes are an absolute necessity! You have to know what your vehicle maker has recommended. You also have to take into account what the maker means when they use the term "harsh conditions". This usually means if you operate your vehicle in any of the following; If it's a hot environment or a dry dusty environment, you may have to change your oil more frequently. If you drive at high speeds, or do a lot of stop and go driving, you may have to change your oil more frequently as well. The interval in which you get your oil changed will also be determined by what type of oil you are using in your vehicle, synthetic or conventional.

An oil change is one of the most important things you can do to extend the life of your vehicle.

What to expect during an oil change.

During an oil change, the technician will drain out the old motor oil and replace it with new motor oil. The oil filter should also get replaced at this time. The purpose of oil is to lubricate the internal engine parts. As oil ages it breaks down and becomes less effective at lubricating. Old oil, low oil pressure and lack of oil can all cause damage to your engine as the moving parts of the engine rub together and wear each other out.

Today, manufacturer recommended maintenance schedules typically suggest changing your oil every 3,000 - 5,000 miles. Factors like driving in cold climates, towing a trailer, or aggressive driving, can make it necessary to change your oil more often. At a minimum oil should be changed twice each year. It is a good idea to keep an eye on your pressure gauge and also check the oil level regularly between oil changes. If the gauge shows that the pressure is very low, or if the "oil" light comes on or if the dipstick registers below the "safe" level, you may need to add oil. If you regularly run low on oil, be sure to report it to your mechanic; you may have a leak or may be burning oil, either of which if caught soon enough can save your vehicle from severe damage. As well as save your wallet from getting a big dent in it!

Do a DIY oil change

So you've decided to tackle the oil change yourself. No problem! Just be sure you've got everything you need before you begin. We will walk you through each step, if you're up for the challenge. click here for steps to a DIY oil change

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