Oil Service in Lockport, NY
Scheduling Ford Oil Change Servicing at Howell Motors, Inc.
Keeping up with regularly scheduled maintenance tasks is essential to the longevity of your Lockport area Ford vehicle. One of the most important is having regular oil changes following manufacturer guidelines.
Why Cars Need Regular Oil Changes
Engine oil acts as a vital coolant for the engine. It protects against overheating caused by friction in the system. Over time engine oil changes color from light amber to a darker brown. The oil becomes filled with dust, dirt, and engine particles as it filters through your vehicle's engine system. This causes poor engine performance and can lead to breakdowns and engine part failures.
Manufacturer Guidelines for Ford Oil Changes
There are several Ford guidelines on how often you should have oil changes in your vehicle depending on the year, mileage, and miles driven. Newer vehicles can go a bit longer between oil changes than older vehicles and those with high mileage. That's because newer vehicle engines are designed with advanced technology for better engine efficiency.
Vehicles less than ten years old and those less than 120,000 miles usually do well with oil changes every 5,000 to 7,000 miles. Vehicles over ten years old and those with over 120,000 miles should have their oil changed every 3,000-4,000 miles. Ford vehicles that sit idle should get oil changes if they haven't been driven in the last year. These guidelines help protect the engine from unnecessary premature wear caused by oil in poor condition.
Scheduling an Oil Change
At Howell Motors, Inc., near Newfane, our service professionals complete oil changes on all Ford vehicles daily. In addition to changing the oil in your car, truck, or SUV, our oil changes include a complete top-off of all vehicle fluids, including coolant, transmission, brake, and wiper fluids. Give us a call to learn more about our oil change packages. Our service professionals will be happy to schedule an appointment at a time that's convenient for you.
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