Oil is one of the most important fluids for your vehicle. It has one of the most critical jobs and your vehicle won’t operate for long without it. If you live around Edwardsville, Alton, or Granite City, you can get the oil changed at Quality Buick GMC. You can schedule your oil change service online or give us a phone call.
The oil in your vehicle has several tasks. The main task is to lubricate the moving parts in your engine to reduce friction. By reducing friction, the oil lessens the amount of wear and tear you place on the various parts, which allows them to last longer. The oil also removes any dust and road grime from the engine as it moves through. The filter blocks the dirt to keep it from getting into the engine and causing damage. When the filter gets too dirty, it can’t do its job, making it harder for the oil to flow. As you reduce friction, the engine doesn’t have to work as hard, which also means it doesn’t get as hot. In essence, the oil in your vehicle helps it run smoothly and reduces the need for repairs down the road.
What happens if you don’t change the oil in your vehicle or it runs out? If the oil is never changed, it will stop working effectively. It will thicken with dirt and sludge, making it unable to lubricate the moving parts. If your vehicle runs out of oil, it will cause damage to your engine very quickly.
When you bring your vehicle to Quality Buick GMC for an oil change, we’ll drain the oil and remove the filter. We’ll replace the oil with new oil of the same grade. We’ll install a new oil filter as well. While our technicians perform an oil change, we also inspect your vehicle. We’ll look for other components that may need to be repaired soon and provide an estimate for the cost of repairs. An oil change only takes about 30 minutes, but many people decide to have other services performed at the same time, such as a tire rotation or wheel alignment.
Many newer models use synthetic oil or a synthetic blend for oil changes. This is a man-made version of traditional oil that is designed to last longer between changes. You can go for 5000 miles or longer between oil changes when you use synthetic oil. Traditional oil usually requires an oil change about every 3000 miles, which is when it starts to break down.
While you can do your own oil changes, many of the newer models have such a tight area under the hood, that it’s difficult to access the oil filter to change the oil. Plus, a service center has the equipment to make the job easier and ensure everything is done right. If your vehicle is still under warranty, changing the oil yourself could void the warranty.
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You can schedule an oil change with Quality Buick GMC to keep your vehicle performing at its best. We’re here to answer any questions you may have about the process.
