Regular maintenance is key to keeping your vehicle running smoothly. According to Kelley Blue Book, this can also increase resale value of your vehicle. The most basic maintenance that every vehicle needs is regular oil changes.
How Often Should You Change Your Oil?
On average it is recommended that, for optimal engine care, your oil should be changed every 3,000 - 7,500 miles depending on our usual driving style and conditions. There are a number of factors that may mean that your vehicle requires more frequent oil changes, including:
- Driving in dusty areas
- Using your vehicle for towing
- Extreme heat
- Driving for extended periods at high altitudes
- Driving styles that include rapid acceleration and deceleration
Why Do I Need to Change My Oil?
Over time, engine oil breaks down and becomes contaminated with dust, dirt, and debris from both the engine and the environment. As this happens, build up from dirty oil robs a vehicle of fuel economy and power. This also makes the engine’s internal components work harder as the dirt and other particles can cause corrosion and decrease the life of an engine.
Other ways to tell if your vehicle is in need of an oil change are:
- Your engine has become noisy or jumpy
- Oil has turned black
- Your “Check Engine” or “Check Oil” light comes on
If you think it’s time for an oil change, schedule a service visit with Bryan College Station Toyota. We’re located at 728 N. Earl Rudder Fwy.Bryan, TX 77802, just a short drive from Bryan, College Station, Navasota, Hearne and Brenham. You can also give us a call at (979) 776-0404. And don’t forget to check out our Service Specials for great prices on a wide range of routine maintenance services.
