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Oil Maintenance
Besides making monthly payments, one of the most important responsibilities a car owner has is making sure to get regular oil changes. Clean oil plays a critical role in vehicle performance and longevity, as it lubricates working parts in the engine and helps to carry debris particles to the oil filter. The good news is that the recommended service intervals for your Nissan aren’t that frequent, so you’ll only have to take it in for this important oil service about twice a year. Read on for some more details on why oil changes are essential to your car’s well-being.
Engine Oil’s Functions
Engine oil plays a number of critical roles in engine operation. As we mentioned, it provides lubrication for the system’s moving parts, and it also helps keep the operating temperature in the correct range. But as your engine runs, it’s normal part of its wear and tear for tiny particles to form. These circulate in the oil and are then caught in the oil filter – but the filter can become clogged once too many of these particles accumulate. That will reduce the amount of oil that can pass through the filter, leading to poor engine performance. A routine oil change is an inexpensive and necessary part of taking care of your vehicle, as it takes away the dirty oil and saturated filter and replaces them for a few more months of optimal operation.
Oil Change – Recommended Frequency
In general, you should see your service team for an oil change every 5,000 to 7,500 miles. There is likely an oil life monitor (OLM) in your car that tracks your mileage and alerts you at the recommended interval for an oil change. You can also speak with our maintenance technicians or consult your Nissan owner's manual for precise information on how often you should have your specific model’s oil and filter changed.
Conventional vs. Synthetic Motor Oil
While either type of oil can be used, synthetic is generally recommended because of its numerous advantages. Conventional oil is priced lower and works fine for average driving habits, while synthetic oil costs somewhat more and is formulated for truly optimal performance and protection of engine parts. The oil change itself is inexpensive, especially when you think of the damage this essential service is preventing. Aside from the main purpose of putting in a fresh filter and clean quarts of oil, the visit for this service gives our experienced technicians the chance to take a look at your vehicle, potentially spotting budding issues so that they can be addressed before they progress. If it’s been some time since your last oil change, make your appointment today, or just come on in – we welcome walk-ins!