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How Often Should I Change My Oil?
Typically, experts recommend changing your vehicle's engine oil every 5,000 to 7,000 miles. That way, you can keep it flowing properly without any sludge.
Engine oil works to filter out potential engine toxins, like dirt and debris. Without the engine oil, these particles would enter your vehicle's engine and cause damage, potentially decreasing the lifespan of your vehicle's engine.
Over time, the combination of engine oil and debris creates a type of thick sludge that stops the oil from flowing freely. When this happens, your vehicle's engine may overheat. That's because, in addition to filtering out toxins, engine oil also keeps the engine's parts from rubbing against each other and creating friction.
Engine Oil Appearance
Clean engine oil should be amber in color and flow smoothly, similar to the color and consistency of maple syrup. Anything darker than that or thicker in texture means it's time for an oil change.
You can check your vehicle's engine oil at any point by popping the hood. After letting your car sit for about 10 to 15 minutes to cool down if you've just ended a commute, follow these simple steps:
- Locate and remove the dipstick from its reservoir.
- Wipe it with a clean rag.
- Re-insert the dipstick.
- Remove it once again.
- Check the amount, color, and consistency of your vehicle's engine oil.
As mentioned, if the engine oil is dark in color or is thicker than maple syrup, it's time for an oil change.
Where To Get an Oil Change?
Our dealership is equipped with a state-of-the-art service center staffed by a team of highly trained technicians. Using their expertise, they can quickly change your vehicle's engine oil and filter, typically in 45 minutes or less.
We offer a range of service hours. In addition to our regular business hours, we offer early-bird and after-work hours. That way, you can schedule your vehicle's oil change appointment for a time that's most convenient for your schedule.
Schedule Your Oil Change Today
After reading our oil change guide, not only do you know how often you should change your vehicle's oil, but you also know how to check the engine oil level, color, and consistency in five easy steps. So, if it's time for your vehicle's routine oil change, look no further than our on-site service center near Solon, Cleveland, and Hudson, Ohio.
At Land Rover Solon, our highly trained technicians are here to quickly perform your vehicle's oil change at a time that's most convenient for you. What are you waiting for? Contact us online or by phone to schedule your vehicle's oil change today!