How Often Should You Change Your Oil?

Your vehicle’s oil is an essential component to keeping your vehicle running like new on the Woolwich Township roads. Your oil lubricates the parts of your vehicle’s engine to keep everything running smoothly. However, the oil will collect too much debris and will need to be changed over time. How often should you change your oil? Learn about oil change frequency and more with the service center at Spirit CDJR to see if you’re due for an oil change. 

Oil Change Frequency Factors

Since all vehicles are different, the specific amount of miles you can go before your next oil change will depend on your vehicle, so you’ll want to check your owner’s manual to get an exact number. Most recommend anywhere between 7,000-10,000 miles before your next oil change. There are several factors that can affect your oil change frequency, including your driving habits on the Deptford Township roads. Here are some of the types of driving habits that can have an impact on how often you should change your oil: 

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

Other Oil Change Tips

Now that you have a general idea of your oil change frequency, here are some other oil change tips you should be aware of: 

• Check to see if your vehicle requires synthetic oil or conventional oil. Synthetic costs more than conventional oil but lasts significantly longer. 
• Even when you’re not driving your car, oil will still break down eventually. This is why you should change your oil twice a year at minimum. 
• Whenever you get your oil changed, be sure that the service center changes your oil filter as well. If you’re a DIY driver, you can easily order an oil filter from our parts store online at Spirit CDJR. 

When to Check Oil Level

Yow know how often you should change your oil, but how often should you check the oil level? To keep on top of the condition of your vehicle’s oil and avoid problems on Cherry Hill roads, you should aim to check your oil level at least once a month. When checking your vehicle’s oil level, look for things like oil color and texture. If you notice any problems with your vehicle’s oil or anything in general, schedule a visit with our service center at Spirit CDJR to get back on the Swedesboro roads in no time. 

Service Your Oil at Spirit CDJR

So, how often should you change your oil? You should have it changed twice a year minimally or between 7,000-10,000 miles. Contact us to set up a service visit or answer any of your car care questions.