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How Often Should One Change Car Oil by Dada4me: 1:18pm On Jul 15, 2023 |
I was at the mechanic workshop last week to fix my power steering belt that cut off when I just decided to Guage the car's oil level only to see that the rod did not touch any oil. I eventually got 4liter oil asked the mechanic to change it. What was left of the previous one was less than a litre. The engine would have gone for good. So, how often should a car meant for private use be changed? Note that I was thinking my oil was changed recently though no longer sure of the time. |
Re: How Often Should One Change Car Oil by David50: 2:58pm On Jul 15, 2023 |
You may or may not have a dodged a bullet there. Good practice dictates you should check your oil at least once a week. Some even check it every morning which is better. What's your car model and year? How long have you owned it and what type of oil have you been using? 4 Likes |
Re: How Often Should One Change Car Oil by Day169: 3:05pm On Jul 15, 2023 |
It would depend on the mileage covered. Many car manufacturers specify which oil to use and interval of change, and generally recommend an oil change every 8 to 12 thousand kilometres covered but it my be a hard task to follow. Newer cars have software that notify owners when an oil change is due. Here in 9ja, if you drive a pre '06 car and use the traditional 20W50 oil, I'll advice an oil change every 2 to 3 months depending on the use of the car. 1 Like |
Re: How Often Should One Change Car Oil by Dada4me: 3:22pm On Jul 15, 2023 |
David50: I use quartz total oil, Mazda 626, five years now |
Re: How Often Should One Change Car Oil by David50: 3:33pm On Jul 15, 2023 |
Dada4me: I would recommend changing every 3000km (not miles). Also, looks like u either have a serious leak or a serious oil burn problem. Both may require serious attention. |
Re: How Often Should One Change Car Oil by Angrygoat: 12:20am On Jul 16, 2023 |
I changed my oil 4th week of Jan.i drive almost 2 to 3hrs daily.i had some oil leaks which I fixed...lo and behold.byladt month. My oil na black charcoal. I racedwith mobil 1 straight to my mechanic.no time |
Re: How Often Should One Change Car Oil by Musty4ahmed1: 5:32pm On Jul 16, 2023 |
Day169:Can Engine oil be allowed to get to 4 Months before change since I barely cover 2500km for four months. I use Total Quartz 5000 (20W50) to service my Toyota camry 2001. I don't have oil leak |
Re: How Often Should One Change Car Oil by Dada4me: 9:24pm On Jul 16, 2023 |
David50: You're right, there's oil leak, though just discovering it and it's minor. Thank you for your insightful engagement |
Re: How Often Should One Change Car Oil by Day169: 10:26pm On Jul 16, 2023 |
Musty4ahmed1:Yes it can.. The time limit is usually 6 months, but more importantly you should check the oil level periodically with the dipstick. |
Re: How Often Should One Change Car Oil by Musty4ahmed1: 11:29am On Jul 17, 2023 |
Day169:OK Thank you! 1 Like |
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