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Engine oil is a key component of your car. The motor oil is the driving force of your vehicle. It lubricates components of the engine to keep them from grinding and keep it cooled. The engine oil helps the engine in a number of ways. It helps defend the engine by keeping it clean from debris, which defends its operation. Oil reduces friction and wear, which can also enhance the performance of the fuel. Lastly, it lowers the heat within the engine and redistributes it to other components of the engine. If you are concerned about the health of your engine oil, contact our service technicians for a vehicle inspection.
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Consistently testing the oil level can help keep the driver ensure oil health and upkeep proper oil levels. To start, it is best to check the oil when the engine is cool to not touch the hot engine parts. When checking the oil level, most dipsticks have guidelines to display if the oil level is too low and needs to be topped off. Also when using the dipstick, you can check the oil color. If the oil is light in color and smooth, it shouldn’t be changed. However, if the oil appears sludgy and dark, then it should be replaced.
It’s possible that you may have a leak if your dipstick constantly shows low oil levels. There are multiple ways to check for an oil leak, which is integral because a leak could cause damage to your car’s engine. If there are dark puddles under your car, this is possibly a result of its oil pan leaking oil. A smell of burning oil or smoke from the engine may also be an important indicator of an oil leak. Also, the engine overheating could be another product of an oil leak.
Learning when to replace your car’s engine oil is important to prevent harm to the engine in your car. While some may suggest a short oil change interval from 3,000-5,000 miles, it is recommended to have your oil replaced every 5,000 to 7,000 miles or six months, whichever one comes first. However, if you are worried about when you should change your oil you should reach out to our service department for more accurate info about your vehicle.
Schedule your next Oklahoma City area oil change at Bob Howard Toyota. Our factory-trained technicians are standing by to serve you. We service all types and brands of vehicles. Call now or schedule your next oil change appointment online. We look forward to serving you.
