One of the best things you can do for your European automobile is to have the oil changed regularly. Motor oil not only lubricates the moving engine parts, but it also draws heat away from the engine, cleans the parts, and protects them. An engine without motor oil will die within 30 minutes. That is how important this automotive fluid is. When it comes to oil changes, European Fix not only takes into account your vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations but also the following.
Recommended Oil Type
If you open your owner’s manual to the service section, you will find the type of oil that is recommended for your European automobile. It could be that your automobile runs fine on conventional oil or your manufacturer would prefer you use synthetic. It’s also important to note the oil weight that is preferred and how often the oil should be changed. The general range is every 3,000 miles to every 7,500 miles.
Recommended Oil Change Duration
Your vehicle’s manufacturer will specify the exact duration between oil changes. In most cases, automobile manufacturers want the oil changed every 3,000 miles. It’s a good idea to use this recommendation as a base for figuring out the best time to change your European automobile’s oil.
Daily Commute Conditions
It might be that you need to have your oil changed more often because of your daily commute. If you drive less than 15 minutes each way to work, your motor oil does not have time to heat up and circulate through the engine properly. This can cause engine damage. If you get stuck in stop-and-go traffic to and from work, this, too, makes the oil work harder, and changing it more often protects your engine better.
Driving Habits
If you drive your European automobile is if you are driving on The Autobahn, you should consider having your oil changed more often because driving hard and fast is hard on your engine. If you take it easy on your European automobile, there likely isn’t any reason to change the oil more frequently than the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Automobile’s Age
Your automobile’s age can also factor into when the oil should be changed. For example, if you drive a classic European automobile, you may need to have your oil changed every 2,000 miles. Newer automobiles can go longer between oil changes.
European Fix in Clinton Township, MI, would love to talk with you about the above so we can determine the best time to change your European automobile’s oil. Call us today to schedule an appointment.