When to get an oil and filter change?
An oil and filter change is ideal for maintaining your cars peak operating performance between services, but is not recommended as a replacement for an annual service. If you’re unsure the last time your car had an oil change or service, we recommend either a Full or Major Service.
When to change the oil in your car?
Our trained technicians will drain the old oil and replace with new oil to your manufacturer specification. They will also replace the oil filter at the same time. An oil and filter change is ideal for maintaining your cars peak operating performance between services, but is not recommended as a replacement for an annual service.
Why do you need to change the filter on your car?
Oil helps to lubricate your vehicle, ensuring the moving parts run smoothly, while the filter helps to carry dirt and debris away from your engine. However over time oil can lose its viscosity and…
What’s the biggest mistake you can make when changing your oil?
A common mistake when changing out your own oil is not putting the filter on properly. The oil filter is what keeps the oil clean, and needs to be swapped out with every oil change. On top of not putting the oil filter on properly, you can also install the wrong one. Just because it threads on, doesn’t mean it’s the right size.
How often should you change your oil filter?
Experts concur, many stating that the oil change interval can be longer primarily when using synthetic oil, which only requires you to replace it once every 5,000-10,000 miles. Regardless of whether you use synthetic, synthetic blend or conventional oil, don’t skimp when it’s time for an oil change.
Where can I find the price of an oil and filter change?
Oil and filter change prices vary depending on the vehicle manufacturer, model, and its specific oil requirements. The easiest way to find a price for an oil and filter change is to enter your registration number into the search box at the top of this page and it will give you an instant quotation for your vehicle, including the recommended oil.
What happens when you don’t change the oil filter?
So when it’s time to change the oil, the filter will set you back a few extra dollars – but not changing it is just false economy. If you leave that old filter on, as soon as you start the engine and get it to operating temperature, that nice clean motor oil is soon going to be just as dirty as the oil you just drained out.
A common mistake when changing out your own oil is not putting the filter on properly. The oil filter is what keeps the oil clean, and needs to be swapped out with every oil change. On top of not putting the oil filter on properly, you can also install the wrong one. Just because it threads on, doesn’t mean it’s the right size.