How Often Do I Need An Oil Change?

You can follow different criteria when it comes to determining how often to change your oil. These options include:

• Bi-annual appointments
• Every 7,500 to 10,000 miles
• Using oil change intervals in the owner’s manual
• Following oil life monitor messages

One suggestion is to change it twice a year. You can space out the appointments for every six months, and it will be easier for you to remember.

Another option is to track your mileage. Oil should usually be switched out after driving between 7,500 miles and 10,000 miles. Once you reach that mileage or you’re getting close to that amount, you can remember to schedule your appointment.

Ultimately, one of the best methods is to consult your owner’s manual. Different manufacturers may suggest different oil change intervals, so you’ll want to know what the exact recommendation is for your car.

Even better than using the owner’s manual is using your oil life monitor. Commonly found on newer vehicles, this technology keeps you updated on the condition of your oil and provides alerts about when to get it changed.

There are a few different oil types that are available to you. You can choose from among the following for your vehicle:

• Conventional
• Synthetic Blend
• Full Synthetic
• High Mileage

Each oil type has its benefits, and certain ones may be more beneficial for your vehicle and how you drive. If you use your car in typical driving situations and have a basic engine, you may go with conventional oil.

If you often tow heavy equipment or have a turbocharged engine, you may choose full synthetic oil. Full synthetic is what you’re likely to find on newer vehicles, and it also handles extreme temperatures well.

A synthetic blend mixes conventional and synthetic oil together. It’s a great bridge between the two and can work for drivers who want a higher performance than conventional oil but don’t need the robustness of a full synthetic.

Lastly, there’s high mileage oil, which is designed for vehicles that have more than 75,000 miles on them. If your vehicle is older and has been driven for some time, this may be the best oil to choose.

More importantly, you want to choose an oil type that has the right viscosity for your engine. This amount will vary depending on if you live in primarily cold climates or hot ones. Your owner’s manual should have the recommended viscosity level, so be sure to follow that number or ask a technician for their opinion.

When your vehicle needs new oil, you can schedule an appointment with our service center. We have an online scheduling form where you can let us know about your vehicle and about any other service you want completed.

When you go to schedule, you’ll notice that we include different service intervals to help guide you on which to choose. Each one includes the following:

• Oil change
• Oil filter replacement
• Tire rotation
• Multi-point inspection

Even though the oil change is the main reason you’re here, we’ll also make sure to check other components to make sure your entire vehicle is working well.