One of the simplest and most important ways to take care of your vehicle is by getting the oil changed regularly. The oil performs several critical tasks for the engine and components. If you live around Madison, Huntsville, Athens, or Cullman, you can stop by Serra Toyota of Decatur for oil change service.
Oil in your vehicle moves through the system, lubricating various components that help your engine run. It also removes particles and contaminants that could cause problems for those components. Oil also keeps your vehicle from overheating by reducing friction. As the oil gets used over and over, it loses its viscosity, making it less effective. The oil filter helps to filter out contaminants and debris to keep it out of the engine.
To keep your oil working well, you need to have it removed and new oil put in. At the same time, the oil filter must be replaced. How often you should change the oil depends on the type of oil you’re using. Traditional oil is designed to be replaced about every 3000 miles. This oil is made from crude oil and is used in most older models.
Synthetic oil is man-made, and it’s designed to last longer. Most newer models use this type of oil and can go for 5000 miles or longer. Some vehicles can even go for 10,000 miles before needing the oil changed.
Synthetic blends are a combination and usually last for close to 5000 miles. They are usually less expensive than synthetic oil but last longer than traditional oil.
If you can’t remember when you had an oil change, it’s best to schedule one. If you start to notice the following signs, you need to make an appointment right away.
In any of these situations, you should have your vehicle checked and an oil change as soon as possible. If the oil is too low, you should stop driving the vehicle until you can add more oil.
