How Long Has It Been Since Your Ford’s Last Oil Change?

The sophisticated synthetic motor oil used in most modern Ford vehicles performs a remarkable number of important functions. Not only does oil lubricate all the parts in your engine, but it also helps control the temperature, cleans away contaminants, and combats the build-up of acid and corrosion. But motor oil gradually degrades over time, so if you haven’t had your oil refreshed recently, consider visiting your local Ford dealership for an oil change soon.

If your vehicle uses synthetic oil, it’s likely to last from 7,500 to 10,000 miles. To ensure your oil always functions at optimal capacity, it’s usually best to have it changed every six months or so.

You can also have your tires rotated and brakes checked at the same time. Both of these essential servicing procedures should also be carried out twice a year.

Severe Driving Conditions Wears Oil Down Faster

Some driving conditions put more strain on the engine and cause motor oil to degrade at a faster rate. These more severe conditions include making frequent short trips of under five miles in ordinary temperatures or under ten miles in freezing temperatures. Frequent short trips don’t give the engine time to warm up properly and therefore put the motor oil under more pressure to lubricate and combat friction.

Driving at low speeds puts the engine under more strain, as does prolonged driving in stop-and-go traffic. Towing a trailer or doing anything else to increase the vehicle’s weight also puts the engine under more pressure. Driving along dusty, muddy, salty, or sandy roads does the same, as does driving in excessively hot climates. If any of these conditions apply to your regular driving, consider having your car’s oil refreshed more frequently.

 

Follow the Schedule Recommended in Your Warranty

When under a powertrain warranty, you’ll have a straightforward schedule laid out for you for changing your oil. Simply adhere to the intervals stipulated in your warranty to keep the warranty valid, although you may still wish to do it more frequently if you think your usual driving conditions are more severe than those of other drivers.

 

Arrange a Routine Schedule With Your Ford Dealership

In our busy modern lives, it can be easy to forget an oil servicing appointment. So it’s usually a good idea to ask the technicians at your local dealership how often you should change your oil and then arrange a routine schedule with a system of reminders to help you remember.

Visit Chestatee Ford today to have your oil refreshed by our friendly, experienced technicians. We’re a community-focused local dealership that treats all our customers like family.

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