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How Often Should You Change Your Oil?

Service Technician changing the oil on a vehicle

 

The safety of you and your passengers could very well depend on the health of your car, and routine oil changes help keep your car healthy. Over the past decade or more, improvements in oil and other auto technologies allow you to go much longer in oil change frequency as you drive around Glen Dale. Most new cars today have an oil change frequency somewhere between 7,500 and 10,000 miles, but check your owner’s manual for specifics for your make and model. Contact us at Straub Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram if we can be of service.

 

 

Recommended Oil Change Frequency

So, just how often should you change your oil? When it comes to oil change frequency, the general rule of thumb is to make sure you change your oil about every 7,000-10,000 miles. If your drives around Wheeling or Moundsville often include any of the types of driving activities below, you should adjust your oil change frequency and do it more often:

  • Off-roading
  • Racing
  • Commercial use
  • Heavy towing

Oil Change Frequency Tips

Could you use some oil change tips? If so, you’re in the right place! Read on for some handy oil change frequency tips, and if you have any questions about auto care, contact the service center at Straub Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.

  • Review your owner’s manual to see if your car needs synthetic or conventional oil. What’s the difference? Synthetic oil costs more but will last longer.
  • Replace your oil filter whenever you change your oil. Our parts and accessories center can find you the right oil filter for your Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, or RAM.
  • All engine oil eventually breaks down, even when the vehicle isn’t driven consistently. If your vehicle sits unused for long periods, you should still change your oil about twice a year.

How Often To Check Oil Level

Straub Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram recommends that you check your oil level at least once a month to avoid any problems on St. Clairsville, OH streets. Watch for things like changes in the color of your oil or a change in the texture. If you see that you’re getting low on oil or need to schedule service, contact us at Straub Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.

Straub Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is at Your Service and Ready to Help

Now that you don’t have to ask again, “How often should you change your oil?” turn to our auto pros at Straub Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram for your next oil change. We can also help you with new tires, brake repair, and all other types of maintenance. Check out our service specials and then let us know how we can help.

Service Specials at Straub Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

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