Oil Change Service Near Ottawa, KS
Oil Change Service at Victory Chevrolet
Regular oil changes are one of the most basic and critical parts of car maintenance. It’s also one of the easiest ways to protect your engine. If you live in or around Iola, Garnett, or Ottawa, you can get your oil changed at Victory Chevrolet.
The Importance of Oil Changes
Regular oil changes are necessary to keep your engine operating correctly. Oil lubricates the moving parts, sealing the pistons, rings, and cylinder walls. It also helps the engine stay cooler and work more efficiently by reducing wear and tear. Changing the oil regularly will help your vehicle be more efficient, which improves fuel economy.
Types of Vehicular Oil
Motor oil used to be developed from crude oil with various additives included. Today, you can still use conventional motor oil, but you also have the option of synthetic oil. This type of oil is made from man-made ingredients, which are more effective at protecting the engine. Synthetic oil lasts longer, which means fewer oil changes. You’ll also find synthetic oil blends, which are a combination of synthetic oil and traditional oil.
If you have an older vehicle, you may want to consider high-mileage oil. This type of oil has additives to reduce wear on vehicles with 75,000 miles or more. High-mileage oil can be conventional, synthetic, or a blend.
How Often Should You Change Your Vehicle’s Oil
How often you should have your oil changed depends on the type of oil you use, among other factors. Synthetic oil lasts longer, so you can wait to change the oil for 5000 to 7500 miles. Conventional oil should be changed about every 3000 miles. You can check your owner’s manual if you’re in doubt or talk to the Service Center at Victory Chevrolet. You may also get a change oil reminder or dashboard light to let you know when it’s time to schedule your next oil change.
If you notice oil leaking anywhere on your vehicle, you should get it checked out right away. An oil leak can be an easy repair, but it shouldn’t be delayed because of the damage it can cause. It may mean tightening a bolt or replacing a broken seal. You may see fluid on the ground under the vehicle or somewhere on the engine. You might also see blue smoke or smell a burning odor, which indicates an oil leak.
Schedule Service with Victory Chevrolet
You can schedule an oil change with the Service Center at Victory Chevrolet with our online service scheduler. Just choose a time that fits your schedule, and we’ll contact you to confirm. You can also give us a call if you prefer. We provide a comfortable waiting area for you to relax while we change the oil on your vehicle. You can also drop the vehicle off and take our shuttle to work or back home.
Oil Change FAQs
Many car owners want to justify the cost of an oil change when they see that a quart of oil is only a few bucks, but the full-service oil change is much more expensive. The answer is simple: the experts at Victory Chevrolet do a lot more than just drain and refill the oil reservoir on your vehicle during this service visit. First, the old oil is drained from the vehicle. Then, the oil filter is removed and replaced with a new OEM filter. Next, the oil is replaced with new, clean oil as per the manufacturer’s recommendations for your vehicle. As a courtesy, while the oil change is in progress, our staff is completing a visual inspection of other areas in the engine compartment and under the vehicle to let you know if there are any other issues that need attention to prevent a breakdown or that could cause costly damage when you get back on the road.
The oil in a vehicle’s motor is essential for reducing friction and damage to the moving parts within the motor. However, it does not entirely eliminate the wear to the components. There can be tiny pieces of metal or other debris that have entered the engine that will become trapped in the oil as it circulates throughout the engine. These small particles are then moved through the oil filter and trapped to ensure they never collect in the engine and cause damage. The filter helps protect the engine and lengthens the life of the oil, as well as its ability to protect the motor and its function.
If your vehicle loses oil or consumes it, you can top off the oil for a short time. However, adding oil instead of replacing it at the manufacturer’s recommended intervals is not a good idea. As the oil in an engine ages, it breaks down due to the exposure to the heat created by the motor. This thins the oil and robs it of its ability to coat the moving components of the engine and protect them from harmful friction damage. In addition, once the oil becomes saturated with dirt, it can begin to clog the oil filter and inhibit the proper flow of oil throughout the motor, which, if left uncorrected, will result in catastrophic failure of the engine.
When you look at a quart of motor oil, you will see that it is clearly labeled with viscosity or thickness. As long as the oil you are going to use meets the manufacturer’s specifications for the vehicle, the change is not an issue. In fact, there are times when you might want to consider a change in the oil used in your vehicle for added protection. There are specific oils created for use in warmer climates, for high-performance engines, and for motors that are older. The automotive service experts at Victory Chevrolet will be happy to discuss the options with you and assist you in selecting the ideal oil for your vehicle when you book your appointment or when you arrive if you booked your oil change online.
Let Victory Chevrolet help you care for your vehicle with regular oil change service. Contact us today to set up an appointment or get answers to any questions you may have.