How Often Should You Have Your Oil Changed?
How Often You Should Have Your Oil Changed in Yukon, OK
Here at Joe Cooper Dodge of Yukon, we know that getting your oil changed isn’t your favorite pastime, and many of our customers postpone this service until long after it’s due. However, any one of our service technicians will tell you that oil changes are crucial to keeping your vehicle healthy and performing at its best. We work hard to get your oil changed quickly each time you visit us — but how often should that be? Check out the questions below to determine how often you should have your oil changed by our team of experts here at the Joe Cooper Dodge of Yukon service department.
How often do you drive?
While most of our customers drive daily, if you work from home or use public transportation, driving may not be part of your everyday schedule. If this is the case for you, your vehicle won’t need oil changes as often as those that are used for daily commuting. The more you drive, the more often you’ll need an oil and oil filter change.
What does your owner's manual say?
Our service technicians are experts, but we’d never go against your owner’s manual. Take a look in your manual to see what type of oil to use for your model and how often the oil should be changed. You’ll also find a recommended maintenance schedule, which will help you know exactly when to bring your model in for service.
What do our experts recommend?
Your oil change schedule depends on the type of oil you use in your car. In previous years, it was common practice to bring a vehicle in for an oil change every 3,000 miles. However, modern vehicle technology allows most drivers to go longer between changes. We recommend having your oil changed every 5,000 miles if you use traditional motor oil; every 8,000 miles if you use semi-synthetic motor oil and every 10,000 miles if you use synthetic oil. If you aren’t driving enough miles to reach these numbers, bring your model in twice a year instead.
Interested in getting your vehicle's oil changed or having another routine service performed? Our service technicians are happy to serve you, so visit us at Joe Cooper Dodge of Yukon at 11001 W Reno Avenue, Yukon, OK 73099 for your appointment or contact us with any additional questions. We proudly serve customers from Mustang and Oklahoma City!