Should I go by oil life or mileage?
It used to be normal to change the oil every 3,000 miles, but with modern lubricants most engines today have recommended oil change intervals of 5,000 to 7,500 miles. Moreover, if your car’s engine requires full-synthetic motor oil, it might go as far as 15,000 miles between services!
What weight oil should I use for high mileage?
Some mechanics recommend switching to a thicker (higher viscosity) oil — such as 10W-30 full synthetic oil instead of 5W-20 full synthetic — or using oil additives to stop leaks.
Can I drive my car with 5% oil life?
Hi There, Your oil life percentage is generally an estimated time designed to prompt the operator of the vehicle to have the oil changed as soon as possible. 5% is generally not something to be concerned about, but you should consider having the oil changed in the next 1,000 miles or less.
Do you put heavier weight oil in your car?
But I often see people recommend using a heavier weight oil to solve an oil leak problem or a problem where an engine burns oil. The theory is that a heavier weight oil, since it’s thicker, will solve the leak or burning problem. But using a heavier
What kind of oil should I use for a high mileage car?
The easy answer to what’s the best oil for a high mileage engine is pretty easy. Use the oil viscosity recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. Using a heavier weight oil in a high mileage engine may reduce oil consumption, but it’ll also cause faster wear.
When to use heavier weight oil or lighter viscosity?
The take-away from that post is to always use the oil viscosity recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. But I often see people recommend using a heavier weight oil to solve an oil leak problem or a problem where an engine burns oil. The theory is that a heavier weight oil, since it’s thicker, will solve the leak or burning problem.
What should the oil level in my car be?
If the level is low, add oil. Good oil should be a clear brown-black color, though the Automobile Association of America (AAA) cautions that color is not the only indicator of oil life. If the oil is murky or opaque, it might be time for a change, and if it’s milky, your engine may be leaking coolant.