Oil change

Service Description

A red oil lamp illuminating on your vehicle’s instrumental panel means stop driving. It is time to pull in for a pit stop at your local repair shop and follow another indicator that might flash at you: SERVICE ENGINE SOON. Engine oil is critical for lubricating the metal components of your engine to prevent catastrophic, costly damage. Reducing this friction also keeps your engine from overheating. As fresh, amber-colored oil moves through your engine, it carries away dirt and grime, gradually turning the oil dark when it is filled with contaminants. This means routine oil changes are the single most important auto care service to maintain the life of your engine. oil change It is best to check your owner’s manual for the recommended oil change intervals on your exact make, model and year. Standard highway driving is considered “normal” conditions. If you use your vehicle to tow, commute through aggressive stop-and-go traffic, travel down dirt/gravel roads often or live in an extreme climate, your driving conditions are considered “severe,” and your oil needs changed more often. You should change conventional motor oil every 5,000 miles, synthetic oil every 10,000 to 15,000 miles and a synthetic blend every 7,500 miles.