Mar 25, 2019. #6. Had some leftover Marvel and threw a few ounces in the oil a few hundred miles before changing. Don't think it did enough to warrant buying a new bottle, but didn't seem to hurt anything. I'd be a bit afraid of using Seafoam in this manner.According to subaruofwakefield.com, a typical Subaru need an oil change every 6,000 miles, which comes out to about six months of driving. Drivers must be prepared for at least two oil changes a year. Of course, no two vehicles are the same. Larger cars might need them more frequently, while smaller ones can sneak past with one.The quality of oil is in the process of being upgraded across the board to accomodate, among other things, longer change schedules. Look for grade SN. I have been using the current Mobil 1 EP (currently an SM oil), and have successfully changed it out once a year (about 15,000 miles) in all of my vehicles with great success.The truth is, the 3,000 mile rule was for back in the days before detergent engine oil and the other modifiers and additives that helped prevent carbon buildup and sludge in an engine's internals. With later formulations of conventional oils, it was perfectly fine to go up to about 5,000 miles between changes.Vehicle Maintenance. The Dirty Truth About How Often You Need Your Oil Changed. By: Cherise Threewitt | Mar 22, 2023. Do you really need to have your car's oil …Straight lines are universal averages for the engine. The left scale is logarithmic, so changes are much larger than they look. My recommendation is to do 2-3 short interval changes then go to the recommended length. This engine shows it wasn't fully broken in until about 15-20,000 miles.Mar 23, 2010 ... 5,000 miles is the recommendation in the owners manual. I use Mobile 1 and I change mine every 5,000 miles. Some folks will have their oil ...Checking Oil Clarity - Checking oil clarity is important when changing oil. Learn about checking oil clarity at HowStuffWorks. Advertisement If you're unsure when your last oil cha...Also keep receipts and documentation of the oil change. If it says 6mo./5000 miles I'd suggest doing it that way until the warranty is up then personally I'd use mileage as my baseline regardless of elapsed time unless you do lots of short trips. I've got a '97 Ford with 41K miles. In 24 years it's had 12 oil changes.Many modern vehicles use synthetic motor oil, which only requires an oil change every 7,500–15,000 miles depending on the manufacturer’s recommendation. Read More. 3 Recalls for Cars Like Yours.Oil still looks clean even after over 2 years and close to 7500 miles. I could let it go further, but I like it to be oil and filter at 7500 and oil only at 15000. It cost's $22 for the oil and filter and $12 for the oil, so 15k is $34 for oil and filter. I do dump the filter when I do the second change.Mar 19, 2022 · I'm curious with a hybrid how often do you really need to change the oil if you're doing a lot of City driving. V-blue XLT AWD Lux 360 4K, hard tri-fold dealer install ordered 7/4 built 2/8 ship 3/21 picked up 4/14/22 2005 6.0 with 325,000 miles. With the 6.0, an oil analysis does not give you the whole story. Because these (6.0 and 7.3) use heui injectors, it is highly recommended that you change the oil at 5000 miles. Diesels w/o the heui injection can run oil much longer because the injectors aren't affected by oil contamination.Jul 8, 2022 ... The engine isn't running as much, in relation to the miles,...and visual inspection of the oil, and using an oil drop paper test determines when ...Sep 10, 2022 · 1. When to Change the Motor Oil. Motor oil needs to be changed when it is either worn or aged out. The oil degrades from heat and pressure, and it can collect harmful particles that need to... How much is an oil change at Walmart? Walmart oil change prices detailed inside, plus information on coupons and discounts. Walmart Auto Care Centers do standard, high-mileage, and...1949 Oil Drain Interval: According to its maintenance guide, Gulf had an oil drain interval recommendation between 500 and 1,000 miles. 2012 Oil Drain Interval: Today, the oil drain interval may be as much as 50,000 miles. Where and how heavy-duty trucks are driven can result in a range of fuel efficiency from 2 to 7.5 miles per gallon (MPG).Sep 7, 2022 ... IMHO First oil change best between 1-2K miles soon after engine broken in because even though cars are much better these days engines still work ...When it comes to getting an oil change, one of the key factors that consumers consider is the price. With so many options available in the market, it’s important to know which bran...Dec 22, 2020 · Good advice. But for the first oil change, 1,000 miles, then 5,000 thereafter. Plus tire rotation also at the 5,000 mile interval. WF LIFE TIME MEMBER...OLD DOGGER, FROM CAVE CREEK ARIZONA. 1974 CJ5 Sold, 2003 TJ Sold, 2013 2 door Black Rubicon, auto, with 4.10 ratio. All Arizona Rides. Thanks to modern lubricants, most engines today have recommended oil change intervals of 5,000 to 7,500 miles. Some can even reach 15,000 miles between …It’s Not Mileage-Based Anymore. If you’re like me , then you’re very likely to be familiar with the oil rule of thumb that claims you should change your oil every 3 months or after every 3000 miles. Admittedly, this was quite the golden rule of thumb but that was before manufacturers were making multigrade engine oil, and motor engines ...Oil change after first 500 miles, then another at 1000 miles. Then follow maintenance schedule. Votes: 2 2.3%. Oil change at 1000 miles. Then follow maintenance schedule. Votes: 23 26.7%. Oil change between the first 3000 - 5000 miles. Then follow maintenance schedule. Votes: 37 43.0%.Jun 3, 2010. #4. My '01 manual says oil changes should occur at 7500 miles or 5000 miles for severe use....stop and go, dusty conditions, frequent towing or hauling. Seems like even good ol' dino is good for 7500 miles unless you are in the severe duty catagory. I think you would get at LEAST 7500 miles with 5w-40 syn.Oct 27, 2020 · As I obviously don't drive it often, I don't change the fluids per recommendations (yearly oil changes). I just sold a 2011 Tacoma with 95k miles. The manual said to change the oil every 5k (though the V6 Taco has a 10k interval). What I did was change the filter every 5k and the oil every 10k (it used 0w20 full synthetic oil). The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year or within 12,000 km (7,500 miles) since last engine oil and filter change. Reset the engine oil data whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the message/wrench indicator light display. Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant.Apr 22, 2022 · Thanks to modern lubricants, most engines today have recommended oil change intervals of 5,000 to 7,500 miles. Some can even reach 15,000 miles between services. Once upon a time, the recommended oil change intervals for your car were every 3,000 miles or three years. If the 3,000-mile recommendation still guided you, then the chances are that ... Learn how to choose the right oil for your car and how often to change it based on your driving conditions and vehicle type. Find out how oil-life monitoring systems and AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities can help you maintain your engine.On my 2018, in 18,000 mile - 3 oil changes. So, about 6,000 miles or about the less than petroleum based oils. I find this very disappointing. When synthetic oils were first introduced, they claimed 15,000-25,000 miles per change. Previous vehicles that used petroleum based oil recommended change at 7,500 miles. Why the dramatically …The engine oil life monitor will indicate when to change the engine oil - usually between 5 000 km (3,000 miles) and 16 000 km (10,000 miles) since the last oil change. Under severe conditions, the CHANGE OIL SOON light may be displayed before 5 000 km (3,000 miles).Wife's car had only 3,500 miles on the oil and still 60% oil life, but we got an Onstar monthly notice that an oil change was due since it had been 12 months since the last oil change. So . . I just did that on the 2019 Acadia as well. It had been just shy of 12 months and changed it.397 posts · Joined 2014. #20 · Apr 9, 2015. Per my dealership ' service manager, the Cummins ships with full synthetic so you won't be "switching". As for intervals, he suggested the following schedule: Heavy duty: 5000 miles or 6 months. Average duty: 7500 or 9 months. Light duty: 10,000 miles or 1 year.Toyota recommends obtaining scheduled maintenance for your vehicle every 5,000 miles or six months, whichever comes first. For example: If you drive 5,000 miles in less than six months, you should obtain maintenance at 5,000 miles — don’t wait until six months. If at six months you have driven less than 5,000 miles, you should obtain ... The truth is, the 3,000 mile rule was for back in the days before detergent engine oil and the other modifiers and additives that helped prevent carbon buildup and sludge in an engine's internals. With later formulations of conventional oils, it was perfectly fine to go up to about 5,000 miles between changes. Oil still looks clean even after over 2 years and close to 7500 miles. I could let it go further, but I like it to be oil and filter at 7500 and oil only at 15000. It cost's $22 for the oil and filter and $12 for the oil, so 15k is $34 for oil and filter. I do dump the filter when I do the second change.If you own a Nissan vehicle, you understand the importance of regular oil changes to keep your engine running smoothly and efficiently. However, frequent oil changes can add up and...Straight lines are universal averages for the engine. The left scale is logarithmic, so changes are much larger than they look. My recommendation is to do 2-3 short interval changes then go to the recommended length. This engine shows it wasn't fully broken in until about 15-20,000 miles.4573 posts · Joined 2008. #3 · Dec 29, 2008. I follow Honda's recommendation. You don't need to change oil every 3,000 miles anymore. My 03 Accord doesn't have the oil monitor, Honda writes in the next service on the tag in the windshield. With my '08 Element, I drive it until it says 15% and the wrench is displayed.397 posts · Joined 2014. #20 · Apr 9, 2015. Per my dealership ' service manager, the Cummins ships with full synthetic so you won't be "switching". As for intervals, he suggested the following schedule: Heavy duty: 5000 miles or 6 months. Average duty: 7500 or 9 months. Light duty: 10,000 miles or 1 year.Dec 13, 2023 ... Oil change recommended every 10,000 miles officially (5,000 miles if driving on dirt / dusty roads) · Jeeper Defector · JBSwine · Kilo19 &midd...Back then, I typically changed oil on my new vehicles at 500, 1,000, then again at 2,000 before doing regular oil changes. ... Truck A that is driven largely in stop and go and local traffic and after 5,000 miles the engine has been operating for 200 hours is very different from Truck B that is mostly driven on the freeway and at 5,000 miles on ...Share. Oil change intervals can be vastly different, and the common three-month, 3,000-mile oil change isn’t all that common anymore. Today, there are even some vehicles that …gmckinley. 21 posts · Joined 2002. #17 · Nov 20, 2002. Break in additive in the Honda and Acura engines, the first oil change should be at 3500 miles. Even though the manual says to do every 7500 therafter it is a good practice to do every 3000 to 4000 miles. Greg McKinley.But everyone who did a UOA knew that by 7500 miles its the right time to change. Some would actually change it every 5000 miles and thats with 0-40w synthetic and 7 qts of oil. On my 2015 toyota Sienna - Toyota recommends 10,000 miles or 1 year. I change the oil every 7500 miles anyways out of pocket.Apr 14, 2020 ... However many enthusiasts change oil snd filter regularly at shorter intervals; I do my much of my own service/some repair work and change ...Feb 19, 2023 · I did my first oil/filter change at 500 miles. The next will be at 3,000, or at the one year mark if I can't reach that by Aug. -I'm paying $650/mo. for a 48mo. loan with <7% down plus the $500 manuf. rebate. In 3 years and 2 months the loan will be history. -Cost of the oil and the filters is a zero issue. May 22, 2023 · Change your oil as the manufacturer recommends, and your engine may deliver 200,000 or more miles of service. ... Have it checked before the reservoir gets too low. ... Keeping up with the task ... Learn how to choose the right oil for your car and how often to change it based on your driving conditions and vehicle type. Find out how oil-life monitoring systems and AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities can help you maintain your engine.Rainyraven. 1487 posts · Joined 2010. #2 · Jan 25, 2011 (Edited) most people are going to tell you too change the oil at 5000 miles if you use synthetic. and 3000 miles for regular oil. Kia says every 7,500 miles for any oil. In my opion thats waaaay too long but you'll be under warrenty if you atleast change it then.Diesel Engine Service. * Three times (3X) OEM* recommendation, not to exceed 50,000 miles/600 hours or one year, whichever comes first. Drain intervals may be extended further with oil analysis. * 2007-2009 Caterpillar C13, C15 on-highway engines must follow OEM drain interval.25508 posts · Joined 2017. #47 · Dec 20, 2022. Mine got its first oil change at 2,152 miles. Some surely feel that it was way too early, but on the other hand, two days earlier I had changed the fluid in the rear axle and that was almost too late.Apr 6, 2022. #13. If it’s a lease run the Yukon oil until the OLM reaches 0% . If you purchase the Yukon plan on keeping it drop the oil around 2k. My neighbor leases cars and never changes the oil until it’s time to turn it back in . He does a full detail of the vehicle so it looks good for the turn in inspection.Still, some cars might only require full synthetic oil changes after 7,500 to 10,000 miles, according to Fix. “For many years, the standard advice was every 3,000 miles or three months ...1345 posts · Joined 2020. #3 · Jun 3, 2020. I can see doing normal oil changes from 5000 to 7500 if using synthetic, but it just seems too long for the break in period. I'm thinking about doing the first oil change at 3000 then switch to using the OLM (oil life monitor) and changing at 80%. Steve.If you own a Volkswagen Passat that’s older than 2009, you should get the oil changed at least every 5,000 miles. For newer models, you should be able to drive at least 10,000 miles before getting it changed. Keep an eye out for possible signs that your engine is running low and take it in for a check-up if you sense that it needs new oil.Jun 10, 2019 ... Why would you question the manufacturers recommended service intervals? It's in the owners manual. For normal service, engine oil and filter at ...Aug 9, 2019 · Still, some cars might only require full synthetic oil changes after 7,500 to 10,000 miles, according to Fix. “For many years, the standard advice was every 3,000 miles or three months ... With this viscosity, you should change the oil every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first. If you use motor oil that’s not recommended, such as 0W-20, Toyota says to change it every 5,000 miles or six months, whichever comes first. However, you must switch back to 0W-16 if you use 0W-20 for one cycle.Checking Oil Clarity - Checking oil clarity is important when changing oil. Learn about checking oil clarity at HowStuffWorks. Advertisement If you're unsure when your last oil cha...30% Oil Life – If you have the 30% oil light, then this means that you can drive around 2,000 miles before you need to get your oil changed. Depending on how much your oil lasts in your vehicle, having used 30 percent of it, you can figure out how long you can continue to drive before this light runs out.When it comes to maintaining your vehicle’s engine health, regular oil changes are a must. Synthetic oil has become increasingly popular due to its superior performance and longevi...Valvoline is one of the most trusted names in automotive care, and their oil changes are among the most popular services they offer. The basic cost for a Valvoline oil change is ty...Nov 24, 2009 · Diesel Engine Service. * Three times (3X) OEM* recommendation, not to exceed 50,000 miles/600 hours or one year, whichever comes first. Drain intervals may be extended further with oil analysis. * 2007-2009 Caterpillar C13, C15 on-highway engines must follow OEM drain interval. Some auto mechanics recommend anywhere around 7,500 to 10,000 miles or 6 to 12 months as the intervals to change the engine oil in a vehicle. If you are asking …The answer to this question will depend on the type of vehicle being driven, as well as its age, engine size, and overall condition. Generally speaking, it is recommended that drivers never exceed 5,000-7,500 miles over their scheduled oil change.. How Many Miles Can You Safely Go Over an Oil Change?The XT5 is my first car with an oil monitor. This car is used as a grocery getter and long tripper. Lately, not many long trips and mostly short trips of 10 to 30 miles, otherwise it sits in the garage. Last oil change at 26,293 miles on the odometer, the oil monitor read 11% and I had gone 11 months and 4,679 miles since the last oil change.How much is an oil change at Walmart? Walmart oil change prices detailed inside, plus information on coupons and discounts. Walmart Auto Care Centers do standard, high-mileage, and...The world’s largest oil companies are preparing for a future in which putting a price on carbon fights climate change. US politicians say it won’t happen. People who believe in the...We advise you stick to the oil change intervals specified by Toyota, which are specific to groups of model years. Model Year. Recommended Interval. 2021-2024. Every 10,000 miles/12 months. 2016-2020. Conventional oil: Every 5,000 miles/6 months. Synthetic oil: Every 10,000 miles/6 months. 1995-2015.Sep 11, 2007 · The best thing you can do is leave the break in oil for the first 5,000 or so miles. Before spending years at an engine plant I always changed at 1,000 now I recommend 5,000. As for shavings in the engine....the block, head, camshaft cleaning systems used in automotive now are very good. The recommended oil change interval is every 12 months or 12,500 miles, but this can vary depending on your driving conditions and the type of oil you use. It’s important to pay attention to the signs that indicate it’s time for an oil change, such as a low oil level or dirty oil, and to change the oil correctly.It could be 7000 or more or 3000 or less. Depends on how you drive and how hard you are on the engine/oil with you driving conditions. The 2010 manuals says to change the oil when the oil monitor system says so or at least once a year. I have a new 2010 and I am around 3500 miles.419 posts · Joined 2023. #9 · May 12, 2023. No longer necessary....if Subaru thought that was the case they would require an oil and filter change before 6,000 miles, which they don't. Modern engines don't require a break in period and there is absolutely no need to change the oil that soon. Rick91981, jeisensc chester.Thanks to modern lubricants, most engines today have recommended oil change intervals of 5,000 to 7,500 miles. Some can even reach 15,000 miles between …Nov 24, 2009 · Diesel Engine Service. * Three times (3X) OEM* recommendation, not to exceed 50,000 miles/600 hours or one year, whichever comes first. Drain intervals may be extended further with oil analysis. * 2007-2009 Caterpillar C13, C15 on-highway engines must follow OEM drain interval. Under normal use, the first oil change is recommended at 7,500 miles. Under severe use, the first oil change is recommended at 5,000 miles. If you are seeing "metal shavings" in the oil pan of a modern engine, something is desparately wrong. If they are draining out of your engine's oil pan - something is wrong.AUTO MYTH #4 YOU SHOULD CHANGE YOUR OIL EVERY 3,000 Miles. Decades ago, many auto experts recommended that you should change your car’s engine oil every 3,000 miles. But the technology used in manufacturing both cars and engine oil has changed a lot since then – making the old 3,000-mile recommendation an extremely …If you own a Nissan vehicle, you understand the importance of regular oil changes to keep your engine running smoothly and efficiently. However, frequent oil changes can add up and...2582 posts · Joined 2005. #10 · Aug 23, 2010. nicomtl said: 30% would be about 1500 miles on my van, so you may not make it back before hitting 0%. On the other hand, you should be able to find a 30 minutes oil change place on the way. Not the best, but would do in a pinch. Nicolas.Stuligan said: ↑. I think it completely depends on what type of oil you run. We tend to change ours every 8000kms (5000miles) depending on how diligent we are with keeping track. We tend to run our volvo's up to 10,000 or 12,000kms (6250 to 7500miles) before changing. But we run conventional oil in them.Answer. Only Toyota vehicles in which 0w-20 synthetic oil is required (except 3UR-FBE Engines*) have been approved for extended oil change intervals of 10,000-miles/12 …Ok, before your right some smart answer, hear me out. Traditionally I would always use regular oil and change 3,000 miles. However, on my sophisticated, or so they say, you change the oil when the car tells you. So in my MB, it's anywhere between 10k and 12k as I use synthetic oil. On the Yuki, I put a quart of Lucas in along with the … How Often to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid. The common recommendation from automatic transmission car manufacturers is that you change the transmission fluid at least every 150,000 miles, but preferably after 100,000 miles. However, your local auto technician or mechanic might tell you that 100,000 miles are still too long to wait. How many miles before oil change
May 22, 2023 · Change your oil as the manufacturer recommends, and your engine may deliver 200,000 or more miles of service. ... Have it checked before the reservoir gets too low. ... Keeping up with the task ... The front differential fluid is usually replaced every 25,000 to 30,000 miles. With the rear differential fluid, you might only need to change it every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. The appropriate schedule for your vehicle can be found in the owner’s manual. The front differential usually shares a housing with the transaxle on a front- or all ...Increased Offer! Hilton No Annual Fee 70K + Free Night Cert Offer! We are constantly coming across interesting travel and finance related articles that we love to share with our re...That tech did no harm in having you change oil at 7,500 miles. You guys buy a 60 grand car and then want to squeek as many miles out of an oil change that you can to save a buck. My 05 vette gets driven 5,000 miles a year and oil is plenty black and nasty and dic says 60% oil life left. Screw that, it gets changed.A link from BBC A link from BBC Royal Dutch Shell has reported profits of $6.12 billion for the past three months, down from $7.2 billion for same the quarter last year. The Anglo-...Feb 20, 2022 · Apr 6, 2022. #13. If it’s a lease run the Yukon oil until the OLM reaches 0% . If you purchase the Yukon plan on keeping it drop the oil around 2k. My neighbor leases cars and never changes the oil until it’s time to turn it back in . He does a full detail of the vehicle so it looks good for the turn in inspection. 28 posts · Joined 2020. #17 · May 6, 2020. If you have the time go ahead and do the oil change as per owners manual. I doubt Subaru would contest 1 month over recommended oil change interval for warranty purposes during covid-19 time line. When I bought my 2012 Tacoma new Toyota stated 6 month or 5K per oil changes.397 posts · Joined 2014. #20 · Apr 9, 2015. Per my dealership ' service manager, the Cummins ships with full synthetic so you won't be "switching". As for intervals, he suggested the following schedule: Heavy duty: 5000 miles or 6 months. Average duty: 7500 or 9 months. Light duty: 10,000 miles or 1 year. Add 1 ounce for each quart of oil in the crankcase. Remove oil filler cap and pour the recommended amount of Sea Foam directly into the engine crankcase. Do not exceed one treatment per oil change interval. Drive 100 to 300 miles before every oil and filter change for best cleaning results, though Sea Foam can be added at any time between oil ... Good advice. But for the first oil change, 1,000 miles, then 5,000 thereafter. Plus tire rotation also at the 5,000 mile interval. WF LIFE TIME MEMBER...OLD DOGGER, FROM CAVE CREEK ARIZONA. 1974 CJ5 Sold, 2003 TJ Sold, 2013 2 door Black Rubicon, auto, with 4.10 ratio. All Arizona Rides.Thanks to modern lubricants, most engines today have recommended oil change intervals of 5,000 to 7,500 miles. Some can even reach 15,000 miles between …Because to take advantage of the 2 year oil change before it expires. I had mine done on my 17 Pro at 5000 miles and the other before it expired. RusPro17, Dec 29, 2019 #20. ... I have had over 250,000 miles on many of my company cars, mostly Honda civic's and the 5000 oil and rotate has worked for my cars (and trucks) for years. ...Re: How many miles before oil changes? i do mine at about 30-40 percent which for my driving is about 6000 to 7000 miles.Back then, I typically changed oil on my new vehicles at 500, 1,000, then again at 2,000 before doing regular oil changes. ... Truck A that is driven largely in stop and go and local traffic and after 5,000 miles the engine has been operating for 200 hours is very different from Truck B that is mostly driven on the freeway and at 5,000 miles on ...The engine oil life monitor will indicate when to change the engine oil - usually between 5 000 km (3,000 miles) and 16 000 km (10,000 miles) since the last oil change. Under severe conditions, the CHANGE OIL SOON light may be displayed before 5 000 km (3,000 miles).It could be 7000 or more or 3000 or less. Depends on how you drive and how hard you are on the engine/oil with you driving conditions. The 2010 manuals says to change the oil when the oil monitor system says so or at least once a year. I have a new 2010 and I am around 3500 miles.Aug 9, 2019 · Still, some cars might only require full synthetic oil changes after 7,500 to 10,000 miles, according to Fix. “For many years, the standard advice was every 3,000 miles or three months ... How many miles over oil change sticker is the number of additional miles a driver can safely drive beyond the recommended oil change date indicated by the oil change sticker placed on the windshield. It is generally suggested that drivers should not exceed 1,000 to 3,000 extra miles after their scheduled oil change date before getting …If you believe the Kia owner's manual, the 2020 and 2021 say every 7,500 miles for the oil change, filter, and tire rotation. For the 2022 model year Telluride, Kia now says to the same but every 8,000 miles with synthetic oil. I am no mechanic by any means (furthest thing from it) but my local Kia dealer charges about $80 for this service.Jul 26, 2023 · Most manufacturers and mechanics that use synthetic oils insist that 7,500 miles between an oil change interval is completely normal for just about every vehicle. 10,000 Miles Is Possible for Some Oils. Depending on which type is being used, you may be able to go 10,000 miles (or about one year) before you change your oil. Reader Carl writes in with a handy use for the gobs of dryer lint you usually just toss into the garbage: Reader Carl writes in with a handy use for the gobs of dryer lint you usua...The interval to change varies on how often the truck is driven, but the typical interval is around 5-10,000 miles. If you tow a lot you'll want to change at the lower end, and it's always important to check both oil level and condition before long drives. Oil is important for the motor; it keeps it properly lubricated, and as it gets old it ...On average you can expect motorcraft synthetic blend oil to last as long as 7,500 to 15,000 miles; some even last as long as 25,000 miles depending on the vehicles. However, If your vehicle is made before 2007, you should change the oil every 5,000 miles or every 6 months, whichever comes first. For newer vehicles, these numbers are 10,000 ...Mar 29, 2012 ... Do you change your oil every 3000 miles? The majority of drivers on the road have been bombarded by advertising that recommends changing ...See full list on autozone.com Apr 17, 2011 ... The owners manual and service manual say 4000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first. I'd stick with that.Cars don't need to have oil changed that often. Now they suggest 5k or 7.5k for oil change intervals but even that is probably too often for most drivers especially with synthetic oils. I did 7500 using high mileage synthetic only on my last car, which was a 13 Genesis sedan with almost 150k miles.aceracer24. 7500 miles depends on how you use your truck. It seems that on average, the truck will alert you to get an oil change around 3000 miles give or take and depending on how hard or easy you work your truck. The dealers are still pushing for 3000 mile oil changes but they are motivated by money.Change your oil as the manufacturer recommends, and your engine may deliver 200,000 or more miles of service. ... Have it checked before the reservoir gets too low. ... Keeping up with the task ...The engine oil life monitor will indicate when to change the engine oil - usually between 5 000 km (3,000 miles) and 16 000 km (10,000 miles) since the last oil change. Under severe conditions, the CHANGE OIL SOON light may be displayed before 5 000 km (3,000 miles).Toyota recommends obtaining scheduled maintenance for your vehicle every 5,000 miles or six months, whichever comes first. For example: If you drive 5,000 miles in less than six …Jul 4, 2021 · eugenem. 108 posts · Joined 2006. #6 · Jul 5, 2021. Our family Odyssey typically calls for oil changes every 4,500 miles. The Maintenance Minder takes into consideration type of driving, temperature, and a number of other factors in determining oil life. Also keep receipts and documentation of the oil change. If it says 6mo./5000 miles I'd suggest doing it that way until the warranty is up then personally I'd use mileage as my baseline regardless of elapsed time unless you do lots of short trips. I've got a '97 Ford with 41K miles. In 24 years it's had 12 oil changes.How often you change your motorcycle oil will depend on the type of oil it uses, the number of miles and frequency it’s driven. Your user manual will provide the recommended service intervals, but as a general rule: Mineral oil should be replaced every 2,000 to 3,000 miles, or at least once a year. Some experts may recommend a …30% Oil Life – If you have the 30% oil light, then this means that you can drive around 2,000 miles before you need to get your oil changed. Depending on how much your oil lasts in your vehicle, having used 30 percent of it, you can figure out how long you can continue to drive before this light runs out.Good advice. But for the first oil change, 1,000 miles, then 5,000 thereafter. Plus tire rotation also at the 5,000 mile interval. WF LIFE TIME MEMBER...OLD DOGGER, FROM CAVE CREEK ARIZONA. 1974 CJ5 Sold, 2003 TJ Sold, 2013 2 door Black Rubicon, auto, with 4.10 ratio. All Arizona Rides.Sep 7, 2022 ... IMHO First oil change best between 1-2K miles soon after engine broken in because even though cars are much better these days engines still work ...Answer. Only Toyota vehicles in which 0w-20 synthetic oil is required (except 3UR-FBE Engines*) have been approved for extended oil change intervals of 10,000-miles/12 …28 posts · Joined 2020. #17 · May 6, 2020. If you have the time go ahead and do the oil change as per owners manual. I doubt Subaru would contest 1 month over recommended oil change interval for warranty purposes during covid-19 time line. When I bought my 2012 Tacoma new Toyota stated 6 month or 5K per oil changes. the way the car has been driven. what type and quality of fuel and oil the engine was using. if it was maintained regularly, etc. So, depending on all these factors, you need to figure out whether or not it is time for you to start using high-mileage oil for your specific engine condition. Note: Though certain drivers wait until 200,000 miles ... Under normal use, the first oil change is recommended at 7,500 miles. Under severe use, the first oil change is recommended at 5,000 miles. If you are seeing "metal shavings" in the oil pan of a modern engine, something is desparately wrong. If they are draining out of your engine's oil pan - something is wrong.Jan 3, 2017 ... 7,500 miles is pretty standard these days between oil changes even with conventional oil. You can change it earlier but I don't think its ...Learn how to choose the right oil for your car and how often to change it based on your driving conditions and vehicle type. Find out how oil-life monitoring systems and AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities can help you maintain your engine.Still, some cars might only require full synthetic oil changes after 7,500 to 10,000 miles, according to Fix. “For many years, the standard advice was every 3,000 miles or three months ...The Amsoil site has the H-D service bulletin that tells the oil change intervals when using synthetic. You get to go longer between oil changes on the Primary and Tranny. Here's the breakdown (for twin cam engines): Crankcase: Every 5000 miles (no change from regular oil) Primary: Every 10000 miles.1949 Oil Drain Interval: According to its maintenance guide, Gulf had an oil drain interval recommendation between 500 and 1,000 miles. 2012 Oil Drain Interval: Today, the oil drain interval may be as much as 50,000 miles. Where and how heavy-duty trucks are driven can result in a range of fuel efficiency from 2 to 7.5 miles per gallon (MPG).1878 posts · Joined 2007. #4 · Nov 23, 2009. Mine gets new oil every 6,000 miles with Rotella 15w40. With sythetics, I think most guys are going 10,000-15,000 between changes with new filters every 5,000-6,000. But I don't …Still, some cars might only require full synthetic oil changes after 7,500 to 10,000 miles, according to Fix. “For many years, the standard advice was every 3,000 miles or three months .... Brunch gainesville