Oil Change

Schedule Your Next Oil Change at Winnsboro Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

Oil helps your engine run more effectively, minimizes emissions, maximizes fuel economy, and prolongs the life of your vehicle. It’s easy to see why keeping your oil and oil filter clean and fresh is important, and why oil service is important. If you live in or near  Monroe, LA, Vicksburg, MS, or Natchez, MS,  you can bring your vehicle into Winnsboro Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM for oil service.

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Are Oil Changes Important?

Oil fulfills a serious role in the operation of your car, truck, minivan, or SUV. It’s the fluid that keeps everything running smoothly. It forms a seal between the pistons, rings, and cylinder walls. It lubricates metal engine parts, lessens wear, reduces friction, and helps to cool the engine’s moving parts. If the oil did not do its part in keeping the engine clean, varnish and carbon buildup could shut your engine down. That’s just some of the mechanical functions that fresh oil is responsible for doing.

Does an Oil Change Take Long?

Generally, an oil change only takes about an hour and that includes oil and filter change as well as our cursory inspection to make sure your vehicle is not in need of any other services. It’s also a good idea to have your tires rotated when you come in for an oil change, which only adds about 15 minutes more to your visit.

Is There a Major Difference in Types of Oil?

The short answer is yes, there are three main types of oil. What they are and why they are different is outlined below.

• Synthetic Motor Oil: These days, this is the most common type of oil. Synthetic oil is derived from man-made ingredients with several additives to help extend the life of your vehicle. Full synthetic oil protects your engine the best due to the uniform molecular structure and the purity of the product. Synthetic oil also is easier on the environment. You can get a lower cost synthetic blend that combines conventional and synthetic oil.
• Conventional Motor Oil: This product is derived from crude oil with some additives to help your vehicle perform better, but it is also harder on the environment when it comes time to dispose of the used product.
• High Mileage Motor Oil: This oil contains anti-wear additives that assist in increasing the longevity of your engine. The high-mileage variety is used on vehicles with over 75,000 miles or more. It is available in conventional, synthetic blends and in full synthetic varieties.

For the most part, your oil needs to be changed about every 5,000-7,000 miles depending on the model. Some models may have a longer duration between changes. For many older vehicles or specific types of engines that require the use of conventional oil, most manufacturers recommend that you have the oil changed every 3,000 miles if you use conventional oil.

If it has been a while since you have had an oil change service, contact us at Winnsboro CDJR and set up an appointment or schedule service online. Keep your vehicle in top shape with regular oil changes and preventative maintenance.