Ford Oil Change Service Near Athens, GA

Why Are Oil Changes So Important?

Oil change services help your car run better. The engine stays cooler, and it lubricates moving parts, so they move smoothly. Oil helps keep the engine cleaner because, as it circulates throughout the engine, it picks up dirt and metal particles and other debris and moves those particles into the oil filter, where they are trapped to allow the oil to continue doing a thorough job.

How Often Should I Change My Oil?

Proper oil intervals are important to ensure that the dirty oil is removed so the fresh oil can continue to do its job well. How often depends on the make and model of your vehicle. The best way to know how often your oil should be changed is to check your owner’s manual. It will have manufacturers’ recommendations on how often you should get an oil change. If you don’t have a manual, the usual intervals for oil changes in newer vehicles (within the last 20 years) are about every 5,000-7,000 miles.  In older vehicles (older than 20 years), it is usually about every 3,000 miles, but the best practice is to check your manual. If you are still not sure, ask one of our certified technicians at ALM Ford Marietta. They will be happy to make recommendations and will advise you about which type of oil to use. 

Three Primary Types of Oil

• Conventional oil: Derived from crude oil, this kind of oil is more common in older vehicles. It uses crude oil mixed with additives to keep your engine running well.
• Synthetic and Synthetic Blends: Newer vehicles use full-synthetic oil. This type of oil is man-made and is more effective than conventional oil. It is a purer molecular formula that is longer-lasting, and it is available in different synthetic blends that mix conventional oil with full-synthetic.
• High-Mileage: This is a special oil that is available in synthetic and conventional formulas, which have special additives designed to prolong the life of engines with over 75,000 miles on the odometer.

Our service technician will be able to tell you what type of oil is best for your vehicle, and they will also know the proper weight of oil to use for your vehicle. Our factory-trained technicians are on hand for all your automotive maintenance needs.

If it is time to have your oil changed, contact us at ALM Ford Marietta and set up an appointment with our Service Center or schedule the service yourself online. Be sure to check out our Service Specials often to see if we are running a maintenance special that you may need for your vehicle.

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