The experts here at Subaru of Mobile are proud to supply drivers in Mobile, Daphne, and Fairhope with all of their oil change needs. While this is a relatively simple task compared to other maintenance items, it's also one of the most important.

Read on to learn a little bit about our team in the service center that will be performing your car's oil changes, as well as the importance of the procedure itself.

How Often Should I Get My Oil Changed?

Skillful Care from Top to Bottom

When you bring your car, truck, or SUV into our service department, you can be confident that our group of top-notch mechanics will do everything they can to provide it with the care and attention it deserves. Our technicians are factory-trained, certified, and combine their years of experience with the latest technology and techniques. As a result, you can expect a high level of precision with every visit.  

Why Oil Changes are Important

The motor oil that flows through your engine is there to make sure everything stays clean, cooled, and lubricated. The older your oil gets, however, the harder it is to accomplish this process. That's because it will start to break down and collect any dirt it finds. This will eventually result in the development of a thick sludge that can be quite harmful to your engine.  

When to Have Your Oil Changed

How often oil should be changed has a lot to do with the type that you're using. If you drive an older car that runs on conventional oil, you should go between 3,000 and 5,000 miles before getting the oil changed. The synthetic oil used in newer cars can allow as many as 7,500 miles between changes.

It should be noted that factors like driving behavior, road conditions, and a vehicle's age can significantly lessen the length of time you should wait before changing your oil again. Here are a few indications that it might be due for a change: 

• The oil change light turns on
• The check engine light turns on
• The engine is running louder than usual
• Your oil is dirty

Be Sure to Have Your Oil Changed on a Regular Basis

If you're in Mobile, Daphne, or Fairhope and your car is ready to have this vital aspect of automotive maintenance performed, our team of expert technicians will be happy to get it done for you. Contact Subaru of Mobile today to schedule an appointment!