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My husband has a 1995 yamaha virago 750cc, how many quarts of oil does it take for an oil change? thanks?

we never got a manual with the bike and he would like to change the oil, serious answers only, thanks againMy husband has a 1995 yamaha virago 750cc, how many quarts of oil does it take for an oil change? thanks?More than 3, less than 4 qts.

Depends on how thorough the oil is drained and whether or not the filter is changed.

Don't just pour in the recommend amount of oil.

Put the bike on it's centerstand.

The oil level inspection window is on the left side of the engine (on the bottom, near the front).

Add oil until it covers 3/4 of the inspection window.

Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes, to allow the oil to circulate throughout the engine and fill the oil filter.

Turn off the engine and let it sit for a few minutes to allow the oil to drain back down to the crankcase.

Check the oil level.

It should be up to the top line of the window.

Follow this procedure whenever checking the oil level.My husband has a 1995 yamaha virago 750cc, how many quarts of oil does it take for an oil change? thanks?The oil capacity for the 750 Virago is 3.3 quarts with filter

or 3.2 quarts with out a filter.

2007 Honda Civic- how do i reset after an oil change?

I did my first oil change on my Civic and i do not know how to reset the oil life so that it can stop telling me i need to change my oil... PLEASE HELP2007 Honda Civic- how do i reset after an oil change?on the left of your dash u have a lilttle sel/reset button crank your car then toggle around till u see the oil life come up then mash and hold that button until the oil life starts blinking then let off and mash and hold it again after a short bit itll be reset and u will be on your way...if u forget how to do it again its in your owners manual if u can figure out the english in there!2007 Honda Civic- how do i reset after an oil change?disconnect then reconnect batt2007 Honda Civic- how do i reset after an oil change?You're car's still under warranty. By changing the oil yourself you'll find if you have any troubles %26amp; try going back to the dealer for warranty they'll laugh at you %26amp; you'll get nothing. For the warranty period it's best to go to a dealer, if not at least someone that can stamp your book. Any of these guys can reset it for you.2007 Honda Civic- how do i reset after an oil change?I would call insta-lube and ask, but with my vehicle with the key on I have to press the accellarator pedal to the floor 4 times but mine is a yukon but might be the same try it.2007 Honda Civic- how do i reset after an oil change?SIMPLE on your speedmeter it show a slot get your key on there and would reset the light
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  • How do I do an oil change? or who should I trust to do it?

    hey custardgirl......old engine oil is a messy thing with some considerations

    1. alwayslet the engine cool before learning how to change oil

    it will burn you badly

    2. The %26quot;type and year of car%26quot; you have may prevent you, a novice from changing the oil and should let a lube place do it

    The 2007 Toyota Camry has moved the oil drain near the firewall, and dropped the level of the car, complicating the entire process of draining without spills, evn for me....

    3. Lube places that specialize in quick oil changes are fine, also Wal-mart may have a competent oil change specialist

    4. The price of oil and oil filter ususally are about $10-$15 less than the price of the oil change place

    5. I have discovered that disposing of the old oil is best left to the oil change place - and these places are so competitive that they really do fast work to please you

    6. Just then %26quot;just change the oil and oil filter%26quot;, then you can change your own %26quot;air filter%26quot;

    7. Buy the %26quot;air-filter%26quot; later, when you buy one from Wal-Mart at a much cheaper price.....at Wal-Mart you will find a catalog near those air-filters that will list your type/year of car, select the serial code and locate that on the shelf.....you will notice these prices are less than what the oil place would charge

    8. If you have warrenty, use it, dealers may discount their oil change price at or near the %26quot;little-quick-change places%26quot;, and may include an air filter in that price....but call ahead and ask what is included in the oil change price

    9. Oil changes are cheap, but wiper blades and air-filters changed by oil change places are usually not cheap....so be sure to ask the price ..then compare at Wal-Mart price, and learn to do those changes yourself! Also, those light bulbs for your turn-signals brakes, parking and dome lights are worth learning how to change yourself too-



    In all, I know I didn't say how, but why or where to pay someone to change your oil, haha, and I suggest to learn the other small maintenance items that you can easily learn and do without injury to you, your car or the environment-



    If you are persistent to learn oil changing, you may ask a friend who can %26quot;show you%26quot; the process, better than this:

    1. juz, put down newspaper or cardboard and %26quot;position the catch pan under the plug%26quot;

    2. get 2 old rags nearby and remove the drain plug, drain the oil

    3. then remove the old oil filter, and catch that oil too,

    4. then replace the drain plug, good-n-snug + 1/4 turn with a wrench

    5. wipe a nice neat layer of the old oil around the rubber gasket on the new oil filter.... then replace the new filter on the engine and tighten it good-n-snug (handtight) do not over tighten the new filter, it will stick and be a really problem to remove next time!

    6.Then refill the oil into the engine, replace that cap, and start the car, the oil light will go off quickly%26quot;.....I always do this process every 4000-5000 miles...the life blood of the engine

    Cheers!How do I do an oil change? or who should I trust to do it?Any mechanic can be trusted its easy. All you do is take out the oil sump plug and unscrew the oil filter let it drain and put in new filter. Then put oil in it.How do I do an oil change? or who should I trust to do it?jiffy lube.. (if u have 1 of those where u live) lolHow do I do an oil change? or who should I trust to do it?go to sears auto center they do oil changeHow do I do an oil change? or who should I trust to do it?oil changes are easy but u gotta get dirty.

    First open the hood and take the oil filler cap off. Next get under the car and take out the oil drain plug - make sure that the liquid coming out is black or brown, if it's red put the plug back in quickly.

    Now let the oil drain all the way out. While it drains u can go ahead and remove the oil filter. This is best done with a filter wrench - if u don't have one u will have to destroy the filter to get it off. Once it's off make sure that the rubber gasket is on it (it'll be on the top- a black ring) if it's not then get it from off the engine - that's very important.

    Before u put the new filter on stick the tip of ur finger in the old oil and slide the oil around the new gasket on top of the filter then just screw it into place. Do it as tight as u can with your hand.

    Put the oil drain plug back in.

    Fill with oil - usually five quarts and most modern cars use

    5w-30 weight oil.

    put the filler cap back on and start the car for 15 seconds. This is to make sure that there is no leak from under the car.

    That's it - ur done.How do I do an oil change? or who should I trust to do it?you can do it yourself. very easy. my mom can do it haha.How do I do an oil change? or who should I trust to do it?Walmart will do it for $15 - $20, and guarantee it.How do I do an oil change? or who should I trust to do it?Buy the correct amount of oil and the correct type from any auto store, they can tell you what to get if you give them your car specs. You also need to buy an oil filter (auto store can also tell you which one you need) and an oil filter wrench.

    You will need to raise you car off the ground so you can fit under it (buy a couple jack stands or ask a neighbor to lend some), you will also need a ratchet and socket that will fit your oil pan drain plug and a bucket or oil pan to drain the oil into.

    (1) - warm the car up to operating temp and shut off (lowers viscosity for easy drainage)

    (2) - put the car on blocks/stands

    (3) - remove the drain plug carefully with the bucket/pan already under the hole. The oil can be a bit too warm for comfort if you get it on your hands so have a rag ready to wipe off your hands. Also if your drain plug is set on an angle, the oil will shoot out at that angle so make sure your pan/bucket will catch it.

    (4) While the oil is draining, take you filter wrench and remove the filter (round white or yellow cylinder about the size of a mug) some hot oil may spill out so have your rag handy. Drain the filter into the used oil bucket (takes a while so you might just want to set it aside to drain later).

    (5) by now the oil should have drained, put the plug back in.

    (6) Fill the new oil filter with new oil until its about a 1/2 inch from the top of the hole, dip your finger in the oil and rub it on the gasket (prevents it from sticking or folding with will break the seal, also make for easy removal next time). Then screw the filter in, hand tight (not as tight as you can but firm).

    (7) Making sure you've put the plug and filter back on, fill the engine with 80% of the required amount, start it up for a few seconds (works the oil through the engine so you can get an acurate reading on the dipstick) then take the car off the stands (make sure you didn't leave anything under the car first), and check the oil with the dip stick. Continue to add the rest of the oil until you are at the correct mark on the dip stick.

    (8) Don't dump the oil down the drain! Find a reliable jug or just fill the used oil cartons and take it to an auto shop or some auto stores will take it. Also the filter.



    OR



    Bring it to an oil change place or any autoshop and get it changed for around $100



    hope this helped.How do I do an oil change? or who should I trust to do it?Never trust anybody to do an oil change. Why would you want to be ignorant of how to do one? Does that ever come in handy? Plus, how many threads have been posted on the internet about so-and-so stripped my threads, or my drain plug was loose and fell out, and all that. Jiffy lube does not hire mechanics.



    The easiest way to learn how is get somebody who knows how to show you. It only takes about 5 minutes. You remove a drain plug in the bottom of the engine and the oil drains out. The rest is pretty much obvious.

    Can i do an oil change myself without messing up?

    so i have seen how the do a oil change and change the oil filter i want to do it but can i messed it up??i have seen videos on youtube i think i cna do it but what if i brake somehting, its a 2003 dodge ram cna i brake somehtingCan i do an oil change myself without messing up?An oil change is one of the things every home mechanic should be able to do. You need the proper tools (don't think you can undo everything with pliers), a suitable container to drain the old oil into, and a sheet to catch the mess around the edges. Rubber gloves are a good idea. I do it after a run so the engine oil is warm and drains easily. Take off the filler cap to let air in easily, and unscrew the sump plug VERY slowly, so that you make sure you have got the collecting container in the right place. It's going to be hot oil coming out, so don't jump and drop the sump plug into the old oil. Be careful not to lose the washer on the plug. When the oil has finished draining, remember to put the sump plug back. The final thing to beware of is knocking the container of old oil before you close it. Getting the old oil filter off is easy with the proper wrench. Put a smear of oil on the rubber of the new filter before you screw it back in.

    Have fun.Can i do an oil change myself without messing up?No. Oil changes are easy. Likely you'll make a small mess the first time, but you don't deal with easily breakable parts. Just go slow.Can i do an oil change myself without messing up?i've a 2002 ram pop the hood , remove the oil cap on the block, grab a 5/8 wrench, remove oil pan plug, then oil filter. make sure old rubber gasket is on old filter, take some oil and put on the rubber gasket on the new one and fasten you're in!Can i do an oil change myself without messing up?Yes.if u know what your doing i suggest calling your local mechanic and asking if your on the right path.Can i do an oil change myself without messing up?It's much easier to change the oil on American cars, but nevertheless it's always better to get it done professionally. I usually buy oil from a retailer (because it's cheaper) and then bring it to an auto shop, for example, Advanced Auto Service (pretty sure its nationwide). In the end they charge me about $12 for filter and service. Just make sure you buy the right oil before hand.Can i do an oil change myself without messing up?look up in your owners manuel for what type of filter and how much oil. or go to walmart and ask one of the people there in automotive to look up the filter type. drain the oil out of the pan into a bucket of some kind. make sure it holds at least 5 quarts. its better to drain the oil out when the oil is warm so take it for a short ride first, but not too far cause it can get real hot to the touch.take off oil filler cap after draining the oil out, you might need a filter wrench that fits your size filter. after doing that put a little bead of NEW oil on the rubber gasket, hand tighten, then fill with oil prob 5 qts. after that start truck for one min. looking for leaks, check level of oil and add if needed, no you can*t hurt anything unless you don*t do it the way I said. GOOD LUCKCan i do an oil change myself without messing up?Read a manual, it is so too simple.Can i do an oil change myself without messing up?Its not worth it! If you really want to save money then, you can check out http://www.prundo.com for downloading free coupons for oil change, tires, transmission and over 30 other services!Can i do an oil change myself without messing up?Without messing up ,Yes.

    Without making a mess ,probably not.

    You will need a large tub to collect the used oil, a wrench to remove the drain plug, a filter wrench, some filters can be removed by hand,

    and enuff plastic jugs to transport the used oil to an auto parts store for recycling about 5 quarts.

    It's kind of fun but messy for average doers. Cat litter can be used to absorb the spilt oil, spread it out, let it sit for a hour and sweep it up and discard.

    Question about an OIL change?

    I just recently bought a used car about a month ago but i've only been using it here in town where i live. Tomorrow i am out to a city that is four hours away and i don't know if i need an oil change or not.

    How do i know if i need one or not?Question about an OIL change?If it's been 4000 miles since the last one. If you bought a used car , you have to assume that all it's current mileage maintenance is due. Doing maintenance will save money by avoiding repairs.Question about an OIL change?it would be a good idea to change it now. write the miles down and start a schedule for oil changesQuestion about an OIL change?look at the oil on your dipstick if its dirty change itQuestion about an OIL change?Doing an oil change JUST before a long trip is NOT a good idea. Save it for when you return. See this:



    http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;



    Stuff like this happens and sometime it take a day to a week for a bad oil job appears. You don't want to be far from home when your car breaks down.



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    Check the oil level (and the oil color). If you have oil and the oil is still not clumpy (sludge), then you should be fine for a 4 hours trip (times 2).





    Good Luck...Question about an OIL change?Let the car warm up to operating temperature and then check the oil level dipstick in the engine compartment. If it's very dark and a thin viscosity then get it changed.Question about an OIL change?Remove the oil dip stick and look at the oil on the tip. Feel it with your fingers.



    If the oil feels gritty or is very dark brown, change it.



    Light brown, feels clean........it's OKQuestion about an OIL change?Pull the motor oil dipstick. If the oil is black or gritty you should change the oil and filter. Also if the same oil has been in the motor for more than 4000 miles you should change it.Question about an OIL change?sinse you dont know when it was done that was the first thing you should have done.. yes do a oil change and air filter and even a fuel filter would be smart if not a complete tune upQuestion about an OIL change?When you purchase a used car you should never assume that oil changes or any preventive maintenance has been done. Just to be on the safe side.You should change the oil as soon as possible after buying a used car.Remember, its cheaper to change your oil than it is to change your engine.Question about an OIL change?Well if you can do the oil change yourself, I would do it anyway. This way, you do not have any doubts. Basically, you can just pull the dipstick out and if it looks really black and dirty, get the oil change.



    If your vehicle is an older model, like at least 3 years old, i would do it myself, BUT use Synthetic oil. Now yes this is more expensive. But you only have to do an oil change every 6 months compared to 3 months with the regular oil. Synthetic will also help, especially if you do long distance driving.



    Here is what you do to make you a true believer like me. Fill up your tank, TWICE in a roll so that you can get an accurate MPG on the oil you have now. If you were to do a regular oil change the MPG would not change much. Then do the synthetic oil change. Wait about a month or around 1000 miles, cuz the oil needs time to work itself in to the metal. Then get your one or two fillups and get your mpg. You should have a definite increase, then if you know how to calculate the miles saved times the gas, then you will see the oil has paid for itself. It REALLY gives you good mileage when you do long distance driving.



    What they do not tell you is the regular oil breaks down after 12,000 miles and synthetic oil after 60,000 miles. Like milk going sour in a way. Anyway, when I found this out, then I just change my oil filter every two or three months and top off with the synthetic oil as needed. It is the microscopic metal that does damage and a clean,. oil filter is what i figured would collect it better then an old one. But then that is what I do. But it is recommended to do the synthetic oil change every 6 months though. Me, I am a cheapskate. I did it this way on my 1982 Toyota Celica for 10 years, diligently. The engine had more then 250k miles and still running good. Of course, I changed spark plugs and used STP gas cleaner. All these little things help your engine.



    Even if you needed an oil change, you could still get by driving it for 4 hours away. BUT I would make sure I check the oil level before you go. It is a good idea to have a spare quart of oil for good measure, just in case you have a small oil leak. After you drive for two hours or drive all the way to the city 4 hours away I would recheck the oil level now. Have fun and safe driving.

    How do you get the perform service message on a chrysler pacifica to stop showing after an oil change?

    press your step button until it shows zero miles to service. after that comes up hold the reset button down until it shows 3,000mi to service. That should do it for you.How do you get the perform service message on a chrysler pacifica to stop showing after an oil change?Reset the OBDS check the web to ensure you get the proper codesHow do you get the perform service message on a chrysler pacifica to stop showing after an oil change?Look in the owners manual for reset procedure.How do you get the perform service message on a chrysler pacifica to stop showing after an oil change?Go to Autozone or Advanced auto and have them check to see what the code is that is keeping the light on. It may not be because of the oil. it could be a few simple issues such as EGR or misfire or catalytic converter. Any way they can reset the codes, then as you enigine and components cycle a few times, it may come back on and then you can make an assesment then.

    How often an oil change has to be done on a Ford F750 Cat Engine?

    every 3000 miles or once every season or so... whichever comes first.
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  • How do I know which oil to use for an oil change on my car??

    i dont know which kind of oil im supposed to use for my car???



    ex:10w-40, 5w-30, etc...



    Engine info:

    150,000 miles

    V6

    24 valves

    3.0 Liters

    mitsubishi engine

    sedan

    1994 mitsubishi diamanteHow do I know which oil to use for an oil change on my car??10w 30 or 5w 30 are the most common and i almost bet one of those are used in your car, it does not matter what one you use people use different ones during winter/ summer or on older car they use a thicker oil. But i use 10w 30 on almost any car, use it and you will notice no difference and your car will run fineHow do I know which oil to use for an oil change on my car??5W-30How do I know which oil to use for an oil change on my car??depend on where you live, the climate different you use different grade of oil most common grade people use are 10w40 or 10w30.How do I know which oil to use for an oil change on my car??Read your owners manualHow do I know which oil to use for an oil change on my car??you should got to ilya repairs it on euclid next the dealer ship called elite auto motivesHow do I know which oil to use for an oil change on my car??i own a repair shop,and at that mileage id use a little heavier oil in it,like a 10 w 30 it will be good for it to have little heavier oil in it,5-w-30 is for engines with low miles on them,and this one has a lot on it,,on all my customers cars that have high mileage on them i use a 10-w 40 and they do real good with it,it keep the engine a little quieter on the higher mileage ones,but there are a lot of choices to choose from,but once you decide what you want to use in it,stay with it for a while,good luck i hope this help,s.How do I know which oil to use for an oil change on my car??10w30

    How long do you have to wait to get an oil change.?

    i want to know from what time to what time do you have to det an oil change...How long do you have to wait to get an oil change.?It tells you in your car's owner's manual.How long do you have to wait to get an oil change.?look in the owners Manuel i change mine ever 3500 miles and that works well and my old truck twice a year i don't drive it muchHow long do you have to wait to get an oil change.?Up to 6,000 miles if highway driving and 3,000 miles if stop and go city. Every 6 months if you don't incur many miles.How long do you have to wait to get an oil change.?Old school mechanics will say every 3K miles. But many auto makers are saying 5-7.5K now. I say if the car is new, get an oil change at 1K to get rid of the factory oil, then start a 5K interval.How long do you have to wait to get an oil change.?What kind of car do you have and what are you driving habits? 3750 miles if driving in city, 6000 if driven mostly on highway. This is assuming you use fully synthetic oil.

    Is it hard to do an oil change on 944 porsche!? ASAP! PLEASE!?

    hey, im planning to do an oil change i know how to do them,

    but is it the same as any other car, the drain hole you can see, and not get mixed up with other bolts?

    and someone told me porsche are very akward, because sometimes you need the %26quot;porsche Tools%26quot; i unno .. please helpIs it hard to do an oil change on 944 porsche!? ASAP! PLEASE!?It is not difficult. When you get a filter for the car just make sure you buy a tool that will attach to the end of the filter. They will fit on a 1/2%26quot; drive, they can be bought at any parts store. Makes it 20x easier to get the filter off and on. It is, however, recommended to go with a very good quality filter. Go Porsche OEM or Napa Gold for the filter, don't skimp.



    The drain plug is on the bottom of the oil pan. It's a standard metric size. There are Porsche specific tools to do certain things on these cars, but the oil change is just as simple as any other car.



    Keep in mind you'll likely have to take the aero pan off the bottom of the car to gain access to everything else underneath if yours still has it on there. It's all in the clarks-garage tutorial I'm linking below.



    I'll link you below to a helpful link to get the job done.Is it hard to do an oil change on 944 porsche!? ASAP! PLEASE!?They are different than most cars. The only tool i know is special is to take off the tire.

    My car went for a very very long time without an oil change and even though it has had one its knocking?

    It is a 2003 pontiac sunfire. As I said the oil has been changed but it is knocking really really LOUD. My son in law says it doesnt sound like a rod knocking but maybe the oil pump is shot. My Questions are where is the oil pump located, could this be the reason for the noise and could the engine totally be ruined if it is the oil pump, and about how much do you think it would cost to fix? How do I find out without spending a lot of cash. Also,

    I'm scared to drive it anywhere.My car went for a very very long time without an oil change and even though it has had one its knocking?The oil pump is in the oil pan , It has to be oil pan removed to change, About the loud knocking try to pinpoint it and see if its really the oil pump, hope this helpsMy car went for a very very long time without an oil change and even though it has had one its knocking?If your oil pump is shot it only takes a few miles to ruin your engine. Never heard of an oil pump knock.Any service station should just walk out and listen to it for free,but if you have a knock it's gonna cost big bucks i'm afraid.My car went for a very very long time without an oil change and even though it has had one its knocking?I would have the car towed to a reputable repair facility and have it checked out thouroughly. Sorry, but there is no excuse for not having the oil changed regularly!! This may be a very costly lesson in vehicle maintenance.My car went for a very very long time without an oil change and even though it has had one its knocking?First, was it knocking before the oil change. If it was, changing the oil won't help it. Hard to say what your exact problem is, but oil pump alone doesn't cause knocking. Once lack of oil pressure causes furher damage, THAT'S what causes the knocking. Driving it at all will do nothing but cause further damage. At this point, there is no correct solution besides tearing the engine down.



    BTW, the oil pump is located in the oil pan under the engine which on that car is a pretty big job in itself.My car went for a very very long time without an oil change and even though it has had one its knocking?If the car went too long without an oil change changing the oil all of the sudden probably killed it. running old oil sludge and other stuff gets built up in the motor. When you finally change it the new oil breaks all this stuff off (like its supposed to) but there is so much that it will clog the inlet screen of the oil pump. Then its just like running it without oil. If you are getting a loud knock its most likely a rod and it doesn't have long to live.



    I worked for a company that went 50k without changing the oil in one of their delivery trucks, when if finally got changed the truck lasted 2 days before it lost oil pressure and started knocking.My car went for a very very long time without an oil change and even though it has had one its knocking?You need to take it to a shop right now. if the pump is bad the engine well blow-up soon. if it is not the pump it might be the lifter, u can tell if the noise is at the top of the engine. if that is the case ask another question on here on how to fix that and i well tell u.My car went for a very very long time without an oil change and even though it has had one its knocking?The oil pump is in the crank case, Pumps are about $100. an up, but it's the labor that will cost alot. depending where you take it. but don't take it to a car dealership, they charge 3 to 4 times more than any mechanic. It doesn't sound like an oil pump, they seldom fail. Did you check the oil level on the dip stick, they have not put enough oil in the car?? It must be to the full line. The wrong grade of oil, can cause a knock.

    Take it to a shop that does only engines, a lot cheaper. Before spending any money, have a mechanic check it first.

    Where can I get an oil-change for my car in Princeton, NJ?

    I'm new to the area, and as such, have NO idea where I should go to get an oil-change for my car. I'll learn how to do it myself soon... but for now, I need to know where to get one done, because my car DESPERATELY needs one! Thanks!Where can I get an oil-change for my car in Princeton, NJ?Any mechanic shop can do an oil change..it's not a huge deal.Where can I get an oil-change for my car in Princeton, NJ?if you want to you could ask a garage to do it for you (cost about 50) but if you are tight on money and you think you know your way around cars then you could do it yourself;

    all you would need is a large bowl or a very deep one( you'll need to put the car on a jack to use the deep one) and about 5l of engine oil that would be suitable for your car (check the cars manual)

    hope this helps
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  • How often do I need to get an oil change for a Cadillac CTS? Is it 3 or 6 months?

    The dealership most likely recommends every 3 months. Regardless of type of oil I would stick to an every 3 month schedule because oil filters typically begin to fail in that time frame.How often do I need to get an oil change for a Cadillac CTS? Is it 3 or 6 months?every 5000 km or 3000 milesHow often do I need to get an oil change for a Cadillac CTS? Is it 3 or 6 months?every 3000 miles or 3 months wich ever comes first

    How often do you need to get an oil change?

    every 3 months or 3000 miles.How often do you need to get an oil change?i do it once in every 6 months...depends on the car i too i guessHow often do you need to get an oil change?It is every 3 months or every 3000 miles, unless you use synthetic and then I think its 5000 miles I'm not sure on the synthetic but I know it lasts longer that regular motor oil also its better for your engine.How often do you need to get an oil change?VERY good question, and one that is open to debate. As of '08, most Ford products are going to a 7000 mile interval, and the trip computers on GM's are following that interval pretty close. But here's the thing-oil changes-while it is a good thing for an engine to have its oil changed, its even better to have a SKILLED PROFESSIONAL looking the vehicle over and hopefully keeping a minor repair from turning into a major wallet-drainer. That being said, the guys at the corner quikie lube are minimum -pay, %26quot;get-em-in-get-'em-out%26quot; lube guys, and get paid for numbers.

    Do yourself a favor-find a professional shop that employs certified techs, and have them do the maintenance services-even if they save you only a hundred dollars a year spotting something the most you'd be out by having one of those shops do your services than a quikie lube is maybe $60 a year

    The interval is pretty much up for grabs, but personally, I'd think about 3 months would be the longest I'd want my vehicle to go without anyone popping the hood and eye-balling things, setting the tire pressures, etc.How often do you need to get an oil change?3000 miles or so.How often do you need to get an oil change?every 3000 miles.How often do you need to get an oil change?Jale is right - if I do mostly city driving I do it every 3,000. If I do mostly highway I do 4- 5,000 miles.How often do you need to get an oil change?Listen to Kelly......she's right.How often do you need to get an oil change?3 months or 5000 miles. if you drive all the time, do it sooner than 5000 milesHow often do you need to get an oil change?Whenever the dealership wants you to, so you dont lose your powertrain warranty.How often do you need to get an oil change?You should change your oil every 3000 to 5000 miles according to your car manual.



    - Jake M.

    GeekHow often do you need to get an oil change?recommended is every 3,000 miles. If you live in hot weather then 3k. otherwise u can usually pull it to 4-5k. if u drive on the freeway a lot than 3k is a pretty good mileage number to change.How often do you need to get an oil change?it depends on if you are using a synthetic oil and your driving conditions,



    Regular oil - 3000-4000



    Synthetic oil 4000-7000



    it costs twice as much, but goes twice as long, the reward is your engine lasts twice as long.How often do you need to get an oil change?I think it's like once a month, or ever 3000 miles? Something like that... they usually put a little sticker on your window as a reminder.How often do you need to get an oil change?if you have a new vehicle your warranty book will tell you when. if your vehicle is used every 6 months is good. its a good idea to change the oil, replace oil filter, tune up your engine, change points and sparks etc at the same time. this is called a full service. however, with older cars one can d.i.y if they know what they are doing, with newer cars even second hand, unfortunately needs the mechanic as there apparently is a lot more to servicing a car these days ie; putting it on the computer? of course the basics still need to be done... overall roughly every 6 months. dont forget also that the age of your car determines the oil you should use. all brands state this on their label so make sure you ahve the right oil for the year and make of your car.How often do you need to get an oil change?Almost always between 3,000 and 5,000 miles. There are exceptions if your car is newer than 2001 or using full synthetic in which case you can stretch it out to 7,500.



    If you are not sure, or have lost your car manual, I would recommend being on the safe side and taking care of it every 3,000 to 4,000 miles. Oil change is the single most important maintenance item you can do to your car to extend the life of the engine.How often do you need to get an oil change?I do mine every 3,000 mile.

    I just did an oil change on my 2009 Toyota tacoma and the maintanice reqrd. light still flasshes?

    How do you get it to stop? according to the owners manuel it says its due for an oil changeI just did an oil change on my 2009 Toyota tacoma and the maintanice reqrd. light still flasshes?The reset procedure should be in the owner's manual. For most Toyota's, with the key off, press and hold the trip reset button. Then turn the key on, and you should see a row of bars (------) flashing in the trip/odometer display. Continue holding the button down, until the bars go away. Depending on the model, you may need to set the display to trip a or trip b before starting the procedure.I just did an oil change on my 2009 Toyota tacoma and the maintanice reqrd. light still flasshes?Keep on reading that owners manual and it will tell you how to reset the reminder :)I just did an oil change on my 2009 Toyota tacoma and the maintanice reqrd. light still flasshes?lite needs to be reset, or yohave another issueI just did an oil change on my 2009 Toyota tacoma and the maintanice reqrd. light still flasshes?on some of the newer cars it has to be reset.I just did an oil change on my 2009 Toyota tacoma and the maintanice reqrd. light still flasshes?You might have a sort in the wiring or something could be wrong with the dashboard. I would take it were you bought it and ask them what you can do about it.I just did an oil change on my 2009 Toyota tacoma and the maintanice reqrd. light still flasshes?Yea you have to reset it, read the manual or call the dealer for info.I just did an oil change on my 2009 Toyota tacoma and the maintanice reqrd. light still flasshes?If it's flashing, it's NOT an oil change issue.



    There is a problem with the engine operation causing a misfire and damaging you catalytic converter.



    You need to seek some assistance as soon as possible to have the problem resolved before it gets really expensive.I just did an oil change on my 2009 Toyota tacoma and the maintanice reqrd. light still flasshes?It needs to be reset. You can probably do this by looking in your manual or if you want go to advance or autozone and they will reset it for free.I just did an oil change on my 2009 Toyota tacoma and the maintanice reqrd. light still flasshes?to get rid of the maintenance light- put the key in the ignition and turn it to the on(all the warning lights turn on but dont start the engine) position, click the button by the odometer until the mileage of your truck comes on. hold down the push button and turn the key to the off position, still holding the button, wait about 10 secs, keep holding the button, turn the key to the on position(all the warning lights turn on but dont start the engine) you will see 4 or 5 dashes on the odometer, wait till they dissappear. thats it, release the button.I just did an oil change on my 2009 Toyota tacoma and the maintanice reqrd. light still flasshes?Take it to the dealer and make them fix it.I just did an oil change on my 2009 Toyota tacoma and the maintanice reqrd. light still flasshes?look in the owners manual on how to reset the oil change light.

    How do you do an oil change to a car?

    first look at the oil fill cap on the motor more than likely it will tell you what type of oil it recomends next look in the manual to see how much oil it takes , if you do not have the manual any auto parts store can help you find out how much and what filter you need.now that you have the oil and filter it is time to go to work. you will need some basic tools an ajustable wrench and a oil filter wrench also a container to drain the oil in, you can get all at the auto part store

    now depending on the make you m,ight have to jack one side of the car so you can get underneth and locate the oil drain bolt with container underneth take bolt out let oil drain. after it is drained put skrew back in locate oil filter remopve with wrench

    now ****important ***** when putting new filter on be sure to take a little oil on your finger and run it around the rubber ring on the filter this helps seal it and moistins the rubber put the filter on hand tight only (do not use wrench) fill car with oil and take old oil back to parts store were they are requiered by law to take it and you are done!!How do you do an oil change to a car?http://www.autozone.com/

    How many quarts of oil does my 94 ram 1500 take in an oil change?

    just bought it and don't have an owners manual, just asking to see how many quarts i should buy. thanks for all answersHow many quarts of oil does my 94 ram 1500 take in an oil change?if you have the 3.9 it holds 4 quarts, if you have V8 it is 5 quarts
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  • How does a driver know it's time for an oil change?

    Other than the date or mileage on the sticker they place in the corner of the windshield...



    I know it's OK to go a bit past both the date and mileage, but is there some sort of sign the average driver should be aware of that indicates it's time to take the car in?How does a driver know it's time for an oil change?Newer cars have a meter that tells you when to change the oil.



    Don't believe the dark oil myth: http://www.nordicgroup.us/oil.htm#The%20



    Don't believe the 3000 mile oil change myth

    http://www.nordicgroup.us/oil.htm#The%20



    Follow the manufacturer's recommendations. For my 1996 Honda Accord LX that means change it every 7500 miles and for my 2002 Honda CR-V it means changing it every 10,000 miles. Those mileage figures are for normal use. If my driving style was classified as severe use then I should change it twice as often. [Severe use would be towing a trailer, driving in mountainous or dusty conditions often or extensive idling or short trips etc.]



    To be sure try going the distance that your manufacturer recommends and then have your oil analyzed by a lab and the results will help you determine if you should change it more often or not. I have done this myself so I know I can follow the recommended miles for normal use. BTW I use full synthetic oil but it is not required.How does a driver know it's time for an oil change?Check the oil, if its dark or dirty looking its time.How does a driver know it's time for an oil change?Decide how many miles you want to drive before changing the oil then use the odometer to keep track.



    Your owners manual will give you an idea, usually 3000 to 5000 miles between changes. I do 5000 on my 99 Ford Ranger %26amp; hate those silly sticker the oil change folks try to put on my windshield.



    My Mom has a mini- van that get driven very little. Out once a week for shopping %26amp; Bingo. I change the oil on it once a year. Her yard man keeps an eye on it for me.



    You have to do what is recommended for the vehicle %26amp; what works for you. Windshield sticker, on your work calendar, on your PDA or cell phone, just keep it maintained.How does a driver know it's time for an oil change?Spaz,



    Both answers above are accurate. Me, I pull the oil dipstick once a week, regardless of mileage. Maintenance is subjective but consistency is mandatory. Establish a regular routine.



    Oil analysis is NOT rocket science. If it is dark and GRAINY, to the touch, change it.



    Waiting a year, through seasonal changes, meaning environmental wear on the oil itself, may be a problem though.

    I took my car in to my dealer for an oil change, engine check with 26 pts inspection. Now, whats wrong?

    After driving it 5 or 10 miles and turning off the engine, I now hear a ticking or clicking sound coming from towards the back on the passenger side. The car never did this before. Is this the beginning of my problems with my car and this dealership? I have 5420 miles on the odometer. Its a Chevy Aveo LT 2005.



    What is this ticking sound I hear, and how can it be remedied? Is it ok for it to do this? You know, my car was running so well, I was leary about taking it in for fear they would do something to it when they went under my hood. Guess I should have followed my instincts.I took my car in to my dealer for an oil change, engine check with 26 pts inspection. Now, whats wrong?Sounds like an electric fuel pump.



    Take it back and have them test drive it. You are still under warranty; make it their problem, not yours.I took my car in to my dealer for an oil change, engine check with 26 pts inspection. Now, whats wrong?why does everyone think that the dealership service departments %26quot;break%26quot; things on your car when you take it in for an oil change? trust me....we dont. at least in the 3 that i have worked at.

    how about this answer....

    before jumping to conclusions, drive back up there, have the service manager or a tech ride WITH you, and see what they think it may be. if the car is still under warranty make an appt or have them check it then.

    and as for your instincts....jiffy lube is a far more crooked place than a dealership, plus i would rather have a factory tech working on my car rather than a $7/hr guy that they hire a new one every 6 months...I took my car in to my dealer for an oil change, engine check with 26 pts inspection. Now, whats wrong?If you hear this %26quot;ticking%26quot; while you are driving, see if you picked up a stone or other item in right rear tire. Hope it's only a stone.I took my car in to my dealer for an oil change, engine check with 26 pts inspection. Now, whats wrong?Yes just sounds like a rock in the tread of the tire.



    2005 with only 5,420 miles??

    I have a 2005 Honda CRF 80, I would like to do an oil change myself. How to?

    This will be the first oil change since I bought it. Should I just go have it done?I have a 2005 Honda CRF 80, I would like to do an oil change myself. How to?It's a fairly simple job.

    -Remove the oil drain bolt (bottom of motor, near the front on the right).

    -Drain the oil (don't forget to re-cycle).

    -Re-install the drain bolt.

    -Fill motor with 4 stroke motor oil, to the top line of the dipstick (it's attached to the oil fill cap). Oil fill cap/dip stick is on the right crankcase cover.

    -Fill and check the oil level with the bike upright (as if you were sitting on it). When checking the oil level, do not screw the dip stick in. Let it rest on the threads. Takes about a quart.

    -Screw in the dip stick and run the bike for a couple of minutes.

    -Turn off the motor and let it cool down for a few minutes (to let the oil drain down to the crankcase) and recheck the oil level. Add or drain oil to get the level correct.

    -Your bike doesn't have an oil filter, it has an oil screen. It shouldn't need cleaning at this time. But if you'd like to check it, after draining the oil, remove the oil pump cover on the right side of the motor.

    -Here's a picture of your motor - look at oil pump, right crankcase cover (for dipstick) %26amp; crankcase (to see drain bolt).

    http://www.bikebandit.com/partsbandit/OEI have a 2005 Honda CRF 80, I would like to do an oil change myself. How to?changing oil is a guys job, no offense or anything. i would just spend the 20 and go have it done. they usually check all your filters and fluids and stuff. its definately worth it.I have a 2005 Honda CRF 80, I would like to do an oil change myself. How to?Amanda - Oh yeah, you say its a guy's job now but you are probably the one that files a sexual discrimination lawsuit.

    What happend to equal rights?



    Dragonfly - props to you for wanting to work on your own bike!I have a 2005 Honda CRF 80, I would like to do an oil change myself. How to?Jeeze, Amanda is a sexist.

    there will be a bolt on bottom of engine to drain oil usually lowest point.( may have a filter as well) Probably has 17mm head size(dont remember, havent done one since it was XR75)

    Remember to turn it counter clock to unscrew it. Drain oil , refit bolt when its drained (be careful not to overtighten or you can strip thread) refill with measured amount on right side top of clutch cover..

    Dipstick doesnt get screwed in to check oil level ( but make sure you do screw it in before riding)

    The handbook should give you all the information you need

    How long should after my car off would it be ok/safe to do an OIL CHANGE?

    I simply don't want to get burned and or have it not get all the oil outHow long should after my car off would it be ok/safe to do an OIL CHANGE?you can change the oil immediately after you shut the car off from running it as oil drains much better when it's hot.How long should after my car off would it be ok/safe to do an OIL CHANGE?your grammar sucks, but you can change the oil right after you stop the engine, the oil temp is usually about the same as the water in a hot shower. however be careful around the other engine components like the exhaust, that gets really hot.How long should after my car off would it be ok/safe to do an OIL CHANGE?I always change after a quick drive. i only get a tiny bit on my hand sometimes and it's hardly enough to burn. the hotter the oil is the thinner it is and runs better so you can get the most out. I drive for a few minutes, drive up on the ramp and drain. then leave it draining for about 15 minutes and finish up. Wear latex gloves if you are worries about it and you won't feel the hot oil at all.How long should after my car off would it be ok/safe to do an OIL CHANGE?I do it at about ten minutes after shut down. This is only because it helps for oil to be warm when changing because contaminants are still suspended, and it flows easier. If you are dealing with excessively tight quarters and a bit of a lack of experience you should wait longer to insure you don't get burned. This time period varies as cast iron holds heat much longer than aluminum ect. Usually it is at least an hour before some parts are cool enough to touch.



    The oil itself is rarely hot enough to actually burn you after ten minutes if that is all you are worried about.How long should after my car off would it be ok/safe to do an OIL CHANGE?wait at least 20 min to cool. the oil will be hot when you drain itHow long should after my car off would it be ok/safe to do an OIL CHANGE?Actually the sooner the better. Dirt in oil will settle on the bottom of the oil pan after a short time. Try starting the car and let it idle for a couple of minutes. This will allow the dirt to suspend in the oil without getting too hot. Good luck.How long should after my car off would it be ok/safe to do an OIL CHANGE?Oh I don't know maybe 10 or 20 minutes?



    Actually, if my engine is cold I simply drive it for 2 miles [1 mile out and 1 mile back] and then drain the oil and it doesn't seem to be hot enough to cause a burn but it is definitely warmed up.



    In summer when it is hot out it shouldn't matter much but in sub zero weather your oil could be considerably thicker and won't drain as well without warming up the engine. Of course it depends a bit on the oil you use as well. Still it is better to change it with the engine warmed up %26amp; recently run.



    If your oil pan is warm then it is warm enough to drain the oil but if it is so hot that you can't comfortably keep your hand on the oil pan then let it cool for a while if you are concerned with accidentally burning yourself with hot oil. Personally I would be more concerned with burning myself on hot engine parts such as the exhaust. I have never burned myself on the oil.How long should after my car off would it be ok/safe to do an OIL CHANGE?be careful when you get under the car but the thinner the oil is the faster it will flow. the faster it flows, the more sludge and particulate matter will come out wit the stream. it is not that difficult to do.i do it daily at work in a lube shop.

    How often should i lubricate my motorcycle chain and when to do an oil change / tune up?

    what is the best lubricant for the chain and how often should i do a tune upHow often should i lubricate my motorcycle chain and when to do an oil change / tune up?id say change oil every 1000 miles, tune up at 4000 and lube the chain every 300 or 400 miles.How often should i lubricate my motorcycle chain and when to do an oil change / tune up?I use Protech chain lube ,most white grease sprays will work and you should lube it when you see it is dry or after washing your bike and as far as a tune up it really depends on you ,your bike and amount of riding time ,I would suggest early spring and then in the middle of the summer at least .I would also suggest cleaning the chain periodically then respraying as to prevent sand and dirt build up from ruining the chain
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  • I have a fj cruiser and accidently drained tranny fluid doing an oil change how do you add or service?

    2007 fj cruiser need to know how to add trans fluid and check it's leve;I have a fj cruiser and accidently drained tranny fluid doing an oil change how do you add or service?Sorry but tow it to a dealershipI have a fj cruiser and accidently drained tranny fluid doing an oil change how do you add or service?ray a is right...there is no dipstick--the WS is world standard fluid

    and there is a special tool and a procedure to get the level just right at operating temperature. you can buy the fluid from the dealer, but the filler plug is in a tough spot and is awkward even with the correct pump. You are not the first to do this so don't feel bad, but getting the fluid level wrong can cause a shifting problem, so would be best to tow to the dealer.I have a fj cruiser and accidently drained tranny fluid doing an oil change how do you add or service?your trans uses WS fluid. it doesnt have a dipstick on it. there is a procedure to follow regarding filling it. the trans gets filled a certain amount, then at a certain temp it gets plugged off.



    dont risk your transmission.



    Get a flatbed to tow it to the dealership and pay them to fix it. really. it may cost a couple hundred. but its way cheaper than a new transmission.I have a fj cruiser and accidently drained tranny fluid doing an oil change how do you add or service?The FJ Cruiser does NOT have a transmission dipstick. You

    need to check the fluid level by removing the top plug on the

    transmission and that is also where you fill it. The level should

    be just below the plug hole.I have a fj cruiser and accidently drained tranny fluid doing an oil change how do you add or service?It it was an automatic tranny, you add it through the tranny dip stick.



    If it is a stick shift, you have to find the filler BOLT few inches above the drain bolt you removed. You fill it using a long funnel and pour it from the top or a oil pump from the bottom.





    good Luck...I have a fj cruiser and accidently drained tranny fluid doing an oil change how do you add or service?Is it a manual or auto? Manual is filled though the fill plug on the LH side and is easier with a fluid pump. Mine is a manual so I don't know where the fill plug is on the auto.

    go to www.FJCRUISERFORUMS.com Lots of info there.

    I have a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, how do I reset the "perform service" indicator after an oil change?

    I don;t have the owners manual, and the car beeps every time I start it. I tried the reset button, but I'm not sure how to reset it once I've changed the oil.



    ALSO, how do you set the preset radio stations on the radio....boy I really need a manual. LOL



    Thanks everyone for your help.I have a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, how do I reset the %26quot;perform service%26quot; indicator after an oil change?Well find a station you like then push the %26quot;set%26quot; button, now pick a number.



    To reset the perform service. Go to the mileage (3rd button to your right) for service screen.... now push the %26quot;reset%26quot; button.



    Hope this helps.I have a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, how do I reset the %26quot;perform service%26quot; indicator after an oil change?2004 jeep grand cher, should have a step button and a menu button ( step lets you move from compass to other things like 0 miles to service. ) step to 0 miles to service. if you have a reset button push and hold until mileage re-sets. if no reset button hold menu button down until re-set. as far as radio there are several different factory radios.....if there is no %26quot;set%26quot; button... put radio on a chanel, press and hold one of numbered buttons (1-5) until it sets if you need more help email me w/last 9 of your vin number..17 digit code on driver-side dash visible through windsheildI have a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, how do I reset the %26quot;perform service%26quot; indicator after an oil change?Hold down the step and reset button at the same time to reset it i think, and to set the radio stations just manually tune to the station you want and then hold down the number you want it on until it confirms it.I have a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, how do I reset the %26quot;perform service%26quot; indicator after an oil change?i think you hit the menu button first then step you ought to be able to scroll thru the choices, when oil change interval comes up hit the reset button. if that dont work try step first then menu. your dealer can order you a manual probably around $15.00 to $20.00 dollars

    Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?

    It has been like 5500 miles since my last one. They say 3000 but is that really necessary?Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?Go with what the owners manual says.



    This is important to keep your warranty valid.



    Most manufacturers are recommending oil change intervals of 5000 miles or more for normal driving, 3000 for extreme duty.



    Time is as important as mileage for oil changes: I tell people at least twice a year no matter what the mileage. Cars that sit or are %26quot;short tripped%26quot; can build up acids in the crankcase.



    I go by %26quot;look and feel%26quot; on my oil changes. The oil should be no darker than pancake syrup, and you should be able to read the writing on the dipstick though it.



    I wipe the dipstick off with my fingers and %26quot;feel%26quot; the oil between my thumb and forefinger. Do this right after an oil change to %26quot;get a feel%26quot; for how new oil %26quot;feels%26quot;.Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?3,000 is best, but I do my own, so it doesn't cost that much.Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?3000 is goooooood insurance against wear.Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?Well, that depends on how well you want your car to run and for how long... 3000 miles is quite a few miles. I would change it.Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?The manufacturer suggests 3500 miles now. If you use synthetic oil, then they only need to be changed every 15,000 miles. It is very important that changing oil, checking your tires, ect is essential!Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?I would change the oil and filter now. For the next oil change, I would do it at 4000 for about a year or two, then start changing at 3000.Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?Depends on the type of oil. I recommend pure synthetic. Every 5000 miles for it. Costs more but oil is cheaper than an engine. 3000 miles for conventional oil. Change that oil and don't take a chance with your engine. Replace the filter with every change too. My preference is Castrol GT or Castrol full synthetic.Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?my Friend just bout a 06 expedition with 3 years of free serves thy told him to bring it in every 5000 miles so if that's good for warranty it should be enoughRealistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?YES!!! My questin is why WOULDN'T you want to have an oil change done on your 2006 car? How much money did you pay for this car? How much do you value your vehicle? If you care about your vehicle just a little bit, you would WANT to do your regular maintenance, including oil changes. Failure to perform regular maintenance on your new vehicle may even VOID your warranty, should your engine fail DUE TO LACK OF MAINTENANCE!!! I hope you get the message, it could be saving you a few hundred, if not thousands of dollars in future vehicle repairs due to neglect.Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?It depends more on the oil than the year of the car. If you are using full synthetic, 5 months/5000 miles is fine, if you are using %26quot;real%26quot; oil, still need the 3months/3000 miles change. Either way, you are due for a change. Remember, oil is what keeps your engine running smoothly. You can severely shorten your car's life by not performing regular changes.

    Btw, synthetic is better on your car. I have a 91 Honda Civic which was acting up, and I figured it was going to die soon, but then I switched to synthetic, and now it runs great!Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?if you are usind a good quality product, 5500 is right near the upper limit after that all kinds of weird things start happening inside the engine where you cant see them or get to them easily. when the gasses inside the car are expelled, some of them remain in suspension in the oil, creating various corrosives inside the crank case, the basic idea is to get thse things washed out at a regular interval. even with the high cost of oil, an oil change is still cheaper than parts, labor, and the inconvenience of having your ride tied up.Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?On my new cars i changed the oil first time at 1000 miles. Then at every 5000 miles i change the oil and filter (Use an Oem Filter just in case there is warranty issues it protects you because you used the factory oil filter). Oil is a lot better than 10 years ago. So i think it is a real big waste to change it at 3000 only if your towing or in dusty conditions would i see it necessary. Use good quality oil. Not the Pep Boys oil. Valvoline Castrol or synthetic if you can afford it.Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?I know that it seems like it is to often. And, we all would rather not have to shovel out the money for them. But, if you added up all of the damage that can happen, if you don't have the oil changed regularly, it is not all that expensive. And, it doesn't seem like such a pain.



    Congrats on the new car. Changing the oil regularly will keep your investment lasting a lot longer.



    There are %26quot;other%26quot; things that we %26quot;must%26quot; do regularly as well. Please read and believe whole heartily your manual.



    Not rotating my tires regularly has cost me dearly.



    Good luck, I hope this helps you, Dawn MRealistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?Go with econofix the first answerer.

    This 3000 stuff is so they can get under your car and sell you services not needed, make lotsa money that way.Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?couldnt have said it better than econfix.Realistically, how often do I need to get an oil change on a 2006 car?first of all what kind of a car is it. and how often and far do you drive it in a time period. i have a 2006 honda civic ex. they recommend that i change it every 5000 miles. or when they guage says it needs changed. but if you where someone that only put 5000 miles a year on your car, you would change it by the time, about every 3 months. if its a vehicle that you do a lot of hauling in, like a truck, you would want to change it more often.

    How can I tell if my car needs an oil change..?

    My car isn't high tech so there are no lights to tell me. I can't really remember the last time I did get it changed, but it seems like a while ago. I've seen people check it from under the hood, but what do I look for?How can I tell if my car needs an oil change..?If the oil looks black on the dipstick it's time to change it.How can I tell if my car needs an oil change..?Fresh motor oil is liquidy and amber colored. If you dip the stick and it comes up dark and really thick, it's time to get it changed. I fyou can't remember the last time you did it, then it's probably time to. Better safe than sorry, you don't want you engine to seize.



    I don't have the owner's manual to my car cause it's old and I don't have a light either so I do it every 3-4 thouand miles as a ruleHow can I tell if my car needs an oil change..?It should be changed every about 4000 miles. Your best bet would be just to have it changed. If you have it changed somewhere, they will give you a sticker or paper telling you at what mileage you should have it changed at again.



    If you are going to change it your self, just make sure you write down the mileage and change it in 4000 more miles.



    Just do that so that you dont have to worry about when or if you changed your oil in the future.



    Good luckHow can I tell if my car needs an oil change..?Go with the first two suggestions and change every 4 or 5 thousand miles. Check your oil level regularly, though, using the dip stick. If the oil is looking black or bitty then change ahead of the allotted time.How can I tell if my car needs an oil change..?the oil dipstick will tell you. 1st pull out the dipstick. then wipe dipstick clean with a rag. 2nd see what color the oil is if it is a very dark black it's time to change the oil. 3rd put dipstick back into the motor and pull out again the level of the oil will be visible on the stick and will say if you need to add oil to your motor. If it does need oil pour it down the oil filler cap on your valve cover NOT the dipstick hole. Hope this works for you and remember every 3 thousand miles change the oil.How can I tell if my car needs an oil change..?Look for discoloration in the oil, like you can't see through it anymore and also you can rub it between your fingers and feel it for grit or trash. If it also looks watery and kind of runs off the dip stick I would say it is time to change it. When you do have it changed get a little notebook and mark down the mileage when you have it changed and then you won't have to try to remember next time. I used to work for Firestone years ago and I have done many an oil change. For best engine performance and longevity change the oil every 4000 miles.How can I tell if my car needs an oil change..?there,s a stick that says engine oil, that,s where you check it at. look at the oil on the stick, it should give you a idea if it needs changing or not.if it looks dirty, change it.How can I tell if my car needs an oil change..?Near the place where you fill the oil, there will be a metal %26quot;loop%26quot; that you pull that fits into a small metal %26quot;tube%26quot; (thats your dip stick, but make sure its for the engine oil)....Pull out the dipstick, wipe it off completely, put it back in the hole, and take back out. You are looking for black, thin oil on the dipstick...this means the oil is dirty, thin and not protecting your engine like it should. Change the oil, it should look like it does when it comes out of the can, somewhat dark, but not black and thin. Make sure you dont overfill, read your car manuel or google how much your make and model takes. You are probably low as you have not changed it in some time. The oil will be at the bottom of the dipstick, which also gives you a fill line that tells you how much to add, or replace. YOu will see little notches (each notch equals 1 quart of oil) on the tip of the dipstick, thats why you have to wipe it off when you check your oil, so you can see where the fill line is, and or how much to replace. Change your oil at least every 6 months, for sure. Some people change it every 3000 miles, but really you dont need to do that EVERY 3000 if your doing normal driving. Oil change places will tell you that to get you to come back in. To be safe, do it every 5-6 months with regular normal driving, and everytime you are going on a long trip. When you change the oil, refill and check all your other fluids too, like the radiator overflow, radiator, brake fluid, tranny fluid, windshield washer fluid, and check your tires for air. You are good to go !

    I just had an oil change at a Suzuki dealer and had a question.?

    It was a special price so I thought why not. I have a 2000 Suzuki Vitara 4WD with 65,000 miles. Ten minutes after I left the dealer my engine froze. I had it towed back to the dealer and they said I need a new engine. How is this possible since they just changed the oil. Never had any engine sounds or anything like that. They want $3,000 to install a new engine. Am I being taken for a ride or do engines just freeze up without warning?I just had an oil change at a Suzuki dealer and had a question.?Somebody ran it without oil in it. An engine doesn't freeze up without warning. It develops a knocking sound first.



    Rick



    I'm a retired ASE Master/L-1 Technician. I still keep current with the latest automotive technology. Visit my blog for cool articles and TSB's: http://free-auto-repair-advice.blogspot.I just had an oil change at a Suzuki dealer and had a question.?my guess is they forgot to add the oil... i'm sure thay have by now....I just had an oil change at a Suzuki dealer and had a question.?Sew Sew Sew Their *** off. Its Their fault.

    Get a lawyer. And when you win make sure their not the ones that give you the new engine.I just had an oil change at a Suzuki dealer and had a question.?Sounds like you are being taken for a long ride ,Did they even put oil back in it? Engines do seize from time to time usually they do not have oil in them. Get a good lawyer.I just had an oil change at a Suzuki dealer and had a question.?always check your oil after you have it serviced at any lube shop or dealer. 99% of the time its gonna be right but that 1 time somebody forgets the oil plug costs a lot of money.



    if your motor made horrible sounds and suddenly jerked to a halt yeah you need a motor. Because they forgot to put the oil plug back in and didn't check the oil after servicing. Not checking oil lvls is common at dealers the service guys know your motor requires 4.75 qts of oil with a new filter so to make things faster the just dump that much in it and pull it off the rack instead of cranking it for a minute to fill the oil filter then turning it off and waiting for the oil to settle and checking to be sure it's right.



    Sooooo go check your oil. No that is not a normal thing to happen. it may still be dry or maybe they are trying to cover it up and put oil in it with a new plug but hey thats a brand new plug on my old car how did that get there. Nobody told me it needed a new plug. Most definately have it towed somewhere else and get a second opinion, and prolly a lawyer. so you can make them pay for the new motor your car is fixing to get.I just had an oil change at a Suzuki dealer and had a question.?special price indeed.....if it turns out the dealer unintentionally damaged your engine they are insured for this and they should make good on a claim...they probably want to keep thier franchizeI just had an oil change at a Suzuki dealer and had a question.?no you got burned

    they left the oil out of your engine or didnt put the oil or drain plug tight

    call your insurance or see if there is a consumer affairs

    that is state related

    good luckI just had an oil change at a Suzuki dealer and had a question.?i agree with everyone , they forgot something. if you go to the dealer to check your car. check the oil yourself. if it is clear and clean they added oil to it because they forgot something and do not want to be the blame. with a car w/ 65k on it even after an oil change the oil will still look black after the motor has ran for a bit. but if you check it and it is clear and looks like new oil they are trying to cover their azz!!!I just had an oil change at a Suzuki dealer and had a question.?yes, yes, yes...check the color and condition of the new oil....it will change colors quickly if it has been circulated....but thats just a way to get physical proof...if your car had a problem that would cause it to lock up before they changed your oil (you get it done on time too right?), they would've told you about it
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    What do you do to make sure you are getting what you pay for?How many of you use an oil change service?Todvango ... No, I've not used Jiffy Lube more than a handful of times in my life. I have a regular mechanic who is:

    ?Competent (never have to return to correct or redo any work he does)

    ?Fair priced (half the hourly rate the dealership charges)

    ?Honest (brings you into the service bay to show you what's going on and the service bay is in full view of the waiting area.



    It also helps to ask a question or two and have a clue as to what's going on so you can check the work that is done.



    I once needed to have a tensioner changed, but couldn't go to my regular mechanic. After the work was done and my car returned to me, I started the engine, lifted the hood to take a look, and the new tensioner was not working at all; the serpentine belt flopped around all over the place. Fortunately I immediately caught that and they replaced it, of course.



    As for Jiffy-Lube, I do NOT go there because:

    ?They're way over-priced

    ?They used to try that gimmick where they showed you the color of a lubricant on a white card to talk you into ordering service you didn't yet need.

    ?Unless you tell them otherwise, they take stuff apart, want to show you a slightly dusty filter, etc., to talk you into getting service you didn't ask for and may not even need.

    ?Their 3,000 mile oil change recommendation is a farce, I feel.



    I say this because by Jiffy-Lube's standard, you'd be changing your oil twice as frequently as the dealership's recommended maximum oil change frequency. While I don't wait until the maximum, I don't panic when I've gone 3,000 miles on an oil change, either.



    I often wondered to myself why the big disparity between Jiffy-Lube's recommended mileage limits and the recommendations of the auto manufacturers. So I visited the Jiffy-Lube web site on one occasion long ago. A big banner greeted me: %26quot;Change your oil every 3,000 miles,%26quot; but there was a footnote saying the 3,000 mile recommendation referred to heavy service vehicles such as those used in dusty locations, mostly stop-and-go traffic, very hot weather areas, and vehicles that tow trailers. Great, except later they just dropped the footnote and tried to make it seem you must change your oil every 3,000 miles. Sorry, but I'm not going for it.



    Furthermore, they USED to boast about using Pennzoil, a brand I happen to like. Now, though, my local Jiffy-Lube charges extra for Pennzoil.



    Yes, I've seen this video before on YouTube. Thanks for a great catch and service to us Answers members.



    P.S. ?I should add this additional comment: Not all Jiffy-Lube outlets are dishonest. However, if the corporate headquarters unreasonably pressures their outlets to increase sales, this can only invite the corrupt practices reported in the investigative report.



    Also, if they don't give the public the clear impression that the dishonesty is being promptly, firmly, and effectively dealt with, even their long-time customers are likely to walk away.



    Making sure the name Jiffy-Lube is not associated with dishonest practices is crucial; it's also the only way to prevent the honest outlets from needlessly suffering too.



    It's up to you, Jiffy-Lube.How many of you use an oil change service?There are some oil change places where you can actually look through a window in the lobby to see what they are doing.

    -All of the oil changing technicians are trained to try to sell you a new air filter and other items. You can get them cheaper at WalMart or Autozone.

    -Most standard oil changes now go for $35 and up.How many of you use an oil change service?I assume the best way to know you're getting a deal is to find a good honest shop. Of course, the only way you know that is by word of mouth and sometimes trial and error.



    I personally take mine to the dealership. They've yet to try to upsell me or rip me off yet.



    Of course, the best way to guarantee it's done is to do it yourself. Oil Changing is not a complex task.How many of you use an oil change service?I always go with wal-mart. best bang for the buck. And most of them do a 15 point inspection. call them and ask how much. Good luckHow many of you use an oil change service?99% of the employees at those prolube and similair businnesses are booger eating morons who until then had never opened a Quart of oil. Some don't even drive yet. With this Moronic generation now living among us and semi on their own, we are in trouble.How many of you use an oil change service?I don't know because my computer refuses to play all but mpeg and certain wmv files due to very high security settings, but I always change the oil and filter myself, one to save money, two to make sure it got done right (which is not to say I never made a mistake lol).How many of you use an oil change service?i change my own oil.that way i dont have to pay someone,and i know its done.i very seldom go to the garage,i do my own work.these garages are too high and most of them are rip offs.How many of you use an oil change service?there''s a gauge over the engine hood use it to check the oil level and the color of the oil , the colo should be like a gold colorHow many of you use an oil change service?I don't, I change the oil myself.

    I have a 67 Mustang for Summer %26amp; a 01 Montero suv for the rest of the year

    No, you do not get what you pay for. It is both cheaper %26amp; faster to just do it yourself.How many of you use an oil change service?stay with your vehicle while service is performed// if u feel they arent giving u the service that u paid for// call the bereau of automotive repair and make a formal complaint// things will change at that shop very quickly// goodluck//godblessHow many of you use an oil change service?Some of them can be legit. I have taken my car to Jiffy Lube before. They used to ALWAYS try to sell me an air filter. Once I changed the filter myself just before I went in. I drove 5 miles to the oil change place and they told me I needed a new air filter. We had a nice discussion about it that day.



    I usually go to Wal Mart now, they are reasonable and when they do try to sell you an extra part it is at a real price, not 3 times normal retail like Jiffy Lube.How many of you use an oil change service?Myself I watch what they do,if they don't let me I go to another shop.How many of you use an oil change service?Ive seen that video, I've also heard that Ford has discovered one of the big chain oil change places has defective oil filters. It seems that the glue they used inside the filter to hold the paper to the ends is dissolving and clogging up the oil passages in the engine ruining the engines.How many of you use an oil change service?I take my car to the dealership. It costs more but I have a Mini Cooper and they require a Mini Synthetic oil that you can only by from Mini. They recomend if I go somewhere else to use Castrol Synthetic motor oil, but I just let them do it.How many of you use an oil change service?I go to a small shop, where I can actually stand by my car and chat with mechanic while he is doing his job. And I always bring my own oil and filter.

    How much does it cost to get an oil change in england?

    Any simple ballpark price will do, i have a friend who lives over there and was asking me, why... well, i dont actually know considering i live in the states, but she did, so yea...How much does it cost to get an oil change in england?That depends on where you go and what kind of car it is. It could be anywhere for $5 to $50. European imports and performance cars like a Corvette are more likely to cost more. If you buy cheap oil, it will cost less and so on. Someone I know drives a late 80s, early 90s Mercedes. He got the oil changed at the European Import dealership in town (Isringhausen) and it cost him almost $100! If you are really concerned about price, just do it yourself. It's not that hard.



    Assuming that everything costs the same (comparatively), in England, it could cost 10 to 100 pounds as the pound is about twice as valuable as the dollar right now (1 dollar is about 0.54 pounds)How much does it cost to get an oil change in england?Around 30-50 although you may find it cheaper at some fixed price places. Labour is expensive at UK garages and we don't have many specialised oil changing garages link in the US.

    Plus they seem to enjoy ripping people off.How much does it cost to get an oil change in england?well, tell her to go to an auto parts store (if its like not against the law to fix your own vehicle there or something) and ask them what kind of oil filter her car uses. Tell her to buy one and about 8 quarts of engine oil. Then have them explain to her how to change it herself. That is the cheapest way to get it done and with the types of cars they have in England its probably even cheaper over there.

    How do I remove the lower part of the fairing on my 2006 kawasaki ninja zx-6r 636 to do an oil change?

    Is there a special tool needed to remove the plastic pop screws on the very bottom of the fairing?How do I remove the lower part of the fairing on my 2006 kawasaki ninja zx-6r 636 to do an oil change?On my 08 there is nothing that you need to remove (except the oil plug and filter) to change the oil. Everything is exposed enough to change the oil w/o taking the plastics off. But as you are asking the configuration on your 06 must be a little different. As far as I know there is no %26quot;special%26quot; tool needed to remove the little snap screws that hold the 2 fairings together at the bottom. I have basically taken my whole bike apart with just the tool kit that came with it. Just pop the little plastic screws out. They shouldnt break but if one does just go to your local Kawasaki dealer and pick up some more. You usually can buy bags of 10 for a couple of bucks.

    How often is it necessary to get your car in for an oil change?

    I know garages often go by mileage, what do you all do?How often is it necessary to get your car in for an oil change?3 months or 3,000 miles which ever comes first but if you have synthetic oil 5 months or 5,000 milesHow often is it necessary to get your car in for an oil change?No need until you hit about 75oo miles, thats when oil begins to change. Dateline NBC tested 10 NY Taxi`s and found that the oil lasted until about the 7500 mile mark!



    Unfortunately, there are market forces that have a vested interest in convincing vehicle owners to change their oil more often than necessary. The legal prey of these market forces have become convinced that they are purchasing %26quot;cheap insurance%26quot; or %26quot;peace of mind%26quot; by changing their oil more often than necessary. Complicating things is the fact that doing oil changes is one of the few do-it-yourself maintenance tasks that is still within the ability of the backyard mechanic to perform.





    The 3000 mile oil change interval has been pounded into people's heads for decades. It had a scientific basis when engines used non-multi-weight, non-detergent oil. It no longer has any scientific basis, but it is still being promoted by certain entities, most notably the oil change industry in the United States. This myth is also sometimes known as the %26quot;Cheap Insurance Myth.%26quot;



    The 3000 Mile Fact

    There are still vehicles that need 3K oil changes, but it's not because the oil goes bad after 3K miles. One example is the Saturn S series. These vehicles have a timing chain system that is very sensitive to clean oil because oil pressure is used as hydraulic fluid to ratchet up the timing chain tensioner. If varnish forms in the timing chain tensioner bore then this system can fail and the chain will become loose and eventually break. Dealers have gone as far as tearing out the normal service schedule (6000 miles) and leaving only the severe service schedule. If your engine is destroyed (under warranty) by a failed timing chain then the dealer will legitimately request evidence of oil changes. Unfortunately this problem usually won't manifest itself during the warranty period.



    The Dark Oil Myth

    Dark oil does not indicate the need for an oil change. The way modern detergent motor oil works is that minute particles of soot are suspended in the oil. These minute particles pose no danger to your engine, but they cause the oil to darken. A non-detergent oil would stay clearer than a detergent oil because all the soot would be left on the internal engine parts and would create sludge. If you never changed your oil, eventually the oil would no longer be able to suspend any more particles in the oil and sludge would form. Fortunately, by following the manufacturer's recommended oil change interval, you are changing your oil long before the oil has become saturated. Remember, a good oil should get dirty as it does it's work cleaning out the engine. The dispersant should stop all the gunk from depositing in the oil pan.



    The only real way to determine whether oil is truly in need of changing is to have an oil analysis performed. Since most people don't want to bother with this, it's acceptable to err heavily on the safe side and simply follow the manufacturer's recommended change interval for severe service. There are still a few cars that specify 3K intervals for severe service, but not many. If you look at countries other than the U.S., the oil recommended change interval is much higher than even the normal interval specified by vehicle manufacturers in the U.S.









    Filter Change Interval

    Back in the days of 3000 mile oil changes many manufacturers recommended filter changes only half as often because the filter did not become clogged with dirt at only 3000 miles. This was good advice back then, especially because with non-detergent motor oils a lot of the sludge remained stuck to internal engine parts rather than being carried in the oil to the filter. Nowadays the filter should be changed at every oil change.





    Quick-Lube (and dealer) Problems to Watch Out For



    1. SAE30 oil. Some quick-lube places have been known to offer advertised specials that use SAE 30 oil, as opposed to 5W30 or 10W30. Pay the extra for the proper oil, or better yet avoid merchants that try to pull this kind of thing because it's an indicator that they are less than honest.



    2. Trying to use the wrong oil because it's what they have in bulk. Insist on the oil that is specified on your filler cap and in your manual.



    3. Pumping the oil out through the dipstick hole instead of removing the drain plug. I came across this gem when I asked if I needed to bring my own copper drain plug gasket. They said that they didn't remove the drain plug to drain the old oil. This was the Oil Changer location at Kifer %26amp; Wolfe in Sunnyvale, California. Pumping the oil out through the dipstick hole is a terrible way to get the old oil out because it leaves a lot of junk in the bottom of the oil pan. This was a long time ago and maybe they've changed their ways since then.



    4. Selling unneeded and overpriced services such as engine flushes.



    5. Selling overpriced, and often low quality, parts such as wiper blades and washer fluid, PCV valves, thermostats, etc. Never let a quick-lube place do any mechanical work on your vehicle.. They do no use journeyman mechanics.



    6. Using poor quality filters. You really want to bring your own filter, from the dealer, with you when you go to a quick-lube place. They may take $1 or $2 off the price if you do this but don't count on it.



    7. If you have a vehicle that actually still has Zerk fittings to lubricate then be sure that they actually lubricate these fitting. Most cars no longer require lubrication but some trucks still do.



    8. Do not let a quick-lube place change or add any fluids other than oil. No transmission fluid, no brake fluid, no power steering fluid, no antifreeze, no oil additives, no fuel additives. It is just too easy for them to use the wrong fluid and cause permanent damage to your vehicle.



    For some horror stories about Jiffy Lube see: http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotiv . I think I'll pass on them!



    Virtually all new passenger vehicles sold in the U.S. use either 5W30 or 10W30 oil. The difference between the two is that the 5W30 flows better when cold, so if you live in a cold climate or operate your vehicle in a cold climate during the winter months, you should use 5W30 if it is the preferred oil for your vehicle. If you live in a sub-tropical climate and don't operate your vehicle in cold climates, then 10W30 is acceptable as long as the manufacturer specifies that it is permissible to use it.



    Synthetic oil was originally developed for high performance racing engines. Mobil tried to popularize synthetic oil for passenger vehicles back in the early 1970's. At the time, Mobil was promoting 20K or 25K oil changes with synthetic, but they soon backed down from this. Synthetic oil is a good choice if you have a vehicle with a high performance engine (in fact synthetic is required for many of these engines). It is also a good choice if your vehicle is operated in extremely cold climates. It has higher resistance to breakdown caused by heat and it flows better in extreme cold. Unfortunately for the synthetic oil industry there is virtually no advantage to using synthetic oil in a non-high performance engine that is operated in moderate climates. You probably could go a bit longer between oil changes with a synthetic, i.e. following the normal service schedule even if you fall into the severe service category, but I wouldn't advise this. In short, synthetic may give you the peace of mind of knowing that you are using an oil that is far better than necessary for your vehicle, but it won't reduce wear or extend the life of the engine. The mistake some people make it to wrongly extrapolate these benefits onto normal engines operated in mild climates, with the ultimate lack of any knowledge being manifested with statements such as %26quot;synthetics provide 'Peace of Mind,' or 'Cheap Insurance,'%26quot; or other such nonsense.How often is it necessary to get your car in for an oil change?i do 3 months or by mileage when i travel farHow often is it necessary to get your car in for an oil change?i change mine every 3,000 miles if i can. sometimes i run broke and can't do it until 4,000 miles though.How often is it necessary to get your car in for an oil change?when u car stops working than good iead to do oil chabnge How often is it necessary to get your car in for an oil change?I have an 'Oil Life' setting on my car that tells me when it's time to change it. It gets low (around 10-15 percent life left) very close to 3,100 miles every time. How often is it necessary to get your car in for an oil change?Every 3 months or 3000 miles. Also if its been sitting for a while or if im going to take a tripHow often is it necessary to get your car in for an oil change?3000 miles or 3 months, which ever one is sooner.How often is it necessary to get your car in for an oil change?Every 3000 miles is the recommended rate. I usually go a little over that before I end up getting my oil changed, though. If you're close to that mark and your car feels like it isn't running as well, you should probably change the oil right away. It might not help, but it wouldn't hurt to do so, at least. Once you get more than 100,000 miles you might want to change your oil a little more often.How often is it necessary to get your car in for an oil change?You should change oil and filter once every 3000 miles. On an average I drive about 6000 miles each year so I just change oil every 6 months.How often is it necessary to get your car in for an oil change?I say not to long or too short is every 5000 miles using a good oil and filter brand.

    When making an oil change on a car, every how many miles or kilometers is best?

    Some people say every 5000 kilometers, is it the same as saying every 5000 miles, or do i have to do the conversion?When making an oil change on a car, every how many miles or kilometers is best?Generally speaking, every car should have it's oil changed every 3,000 miles (4828 kilometers). If you use a full synthetic motor oil, you can go between 5,000 - 7,000 miles (8046 - 11265 kilometers).When making an oil change on a car, every how many miles or kilometers is best?hi every 10 miles equals 16 kilometers

    so if you have kilometers 5000 is recomended for oil and oilfilter ,and also airfilter every 20000 ks

    i use a new oil filter every time i change the oil because i like to and its a good way to keep your oil clean and it hold it values or vicosity for a longer time in turn giving you 5000 ks easy and you are also not mixing old oil with the new oil ,the old filter even when you drain the oil from the pan is still full of oil ,and it is also important for you to fill your filter with new oil before fitting this way the engine wont be without oil at all the pump will have oil flowing through it staight away ,these are some tips that i got from my mechanic whos been successfull in his work shop for 40 years ,happy motoringWhen making an oil change on a car, every how many miles or kilometers is best?The 3000 mile oil change is a myth.



    The 3000 Mile Myth

    The 3000 mile oil change interval has been pounded into people's heads for decades. It had a scientific basis when engines used non-multi-weight, non-detergent oil. It no longer has any scientific basis, but it is still being promoted by certain entities, most notably the oil change industry in the United States. This myth is also sometimes known as the %26quot;Cheap Insurance Myth.%26quot;



    The 3000 Mile Fact

    There are still vehicles that need 3K oil changes, but it's not because the oil goes bad after 3K miles. One example is the Saturn S series. These vehicles have a timing chain system that is very sensitive to clean oil because oil pressure is used as hydraulic fluid to ratchet up the timing chain tensioner. If varnish forms in the timing chain tensioner bore then this system can fail and the chain will become loose and eventually break. Dealers have gone as far as tearing out the normal service schedule (6000 miles) and leaving only the severe service schedule. If your engine is destroyed (under warranty) by a failed timing chain then the dealer will legitimately request evidence of oil changes. Unfortunately this problem usually won't manifest itself during the warranty period.



    The Dark Oil Myth

    Dark oil does not indicate the need for an oil change. The way modern detergent motor oil works is that minute particles of soot are suspended in the oil. These minute particles pose no danger to your engine, but they cause the oil to darken. A non-detergent oil would stay clearer than a detergent oil because all the soot would be left on the internal engine parts and would create sludge. If you never changed your oil, eventually the oil would no longer be able to suspend any more particles in the oil and sludge would form. Fortunately, by following the manufacturer's recommended oil change interval, you are changing your oil long before the oil has become saturated. Remember, a good oil should get dirty as it does it's work cleaning out the engine. The dispersant should stop all the gunk from depositing in the oil pan.



    The only real way to determine whether oil is truly in need of changing is to have an oil analysis performed. Since most people don't want to bother with this, it's acceptable to err heavily on the safe side and simply follow the manufacturer's recommended change interval for severe service. There are still a few cars that specify 3K intervals for severe service, but not many. If you look at countries other than the U.S., the oil recommended change interval is much higher than even the normal interval specified by vehicle manufacturers in the U.S.



    Read more here: http://www.nordicgroup.us/oil.htm#The%20



    [3000 miles = 4828 km]When making an oil change on a car, every how many miles or kilometers is best?Honestly i think its a waste of money to change your oil every three thousand miles. I change my oil whenever i get around to it on my cars. As long as you have oil in it is the most important thing.



    The fact that people say your engine wont last as long...well they dont know crap. I have one rig on it that has 305k on it and i havent changed the oil period since 200k on it...i just add when the top end seems to make noise...and it always starts!

    ***as far as why not changing the oil, the dipstick and and the drain plug are froze in place...so i just hell with it...



    so every 6-10k i usually change it in the rest of my rigs.



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    I feel molested every time I leave JiffyLube with all of the 'filters' and 'fluid changes' charged to me.How do I keep from getting ripped off when I get an oil change?Have them show you a new VS your filters, and follow the recommended fluid changes in your owners manual. You cannot tell by looking if coolant, transmission,reae differential fluids are bad. follow the maint schedules, or have them show yuo where they are getting the schedule they are following. Most car makers would like to see the fluids all replaced about every 30,000 miles.How do I keep from getting ripped off when I get an oil change?do it yourself. You'll save a little money and gain some knowledge.How do I keep from getting ripped off when I get an oil change?do it yourself, its not difficult and is often cheaperHow do I keep from getting ripped off when I get an oil change?DO IT YOURSELF!!!! it will take you like 30 minutes and it wont cost u a penny

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