Making sure that your Acura vehicle runs smoothly around Abington, Philadelphia, and beyond requires routine maintenance and repairs. One of the most common regular maintenance items is an oil change. Having your car's oil changed is essential to making sure that it's ready for any daily commute or weekend road trip. We recommend learning more about oil changes and scheduling an appointment with our service team today.
Acura Oil Changes in Jenkintown, PA
Acura Oil Change Service Near Abington, PA
How Often Should You Have Your Oil Changed?
Most modern Acura vehicles need to have an oil change every 7,500 to 10,000 miles, or once a year. If you use conventional oil instead of synthetic oil, you'll need to have the oil changed more often. Older models or high-mileage models will need service more often, including more frequent oil changes. Many older or high-mileage vehicles should have their oil changed every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.
Signs You Need an Oil Change
Most Acura vehicles will provide a maintenance minder alert to let you know when it's time to have your car's oil changed. This dashboard display shows oil life at 15 percent or less and will alert you that it's time to schedule an oil change appointment. Other signs that your car needs an oil change are:
- Dark or Gritty Oil - When you perform an oil test, is the oil dark, thick, or sandy on the dipstick?
- Loud Engine Noises - Do you hear a knocking, ticking, or grinding noise from the engine? If so, it could be that the oil has thinned too much and needs to be changed.
- Poor Fuel Economy - Has your Acura vehicle been getting lower fuel economy than normal? The oil could be too sludgy, making the engine work harder.
- Exhaust Smoke or Burning Smell - Is there a burning oil smell or blue smoke from the exhaust?
If you notice any of these issues, you'll want to contact our service center to learn more about your repair options.
Why Are Oil Changes So Important?
As you drive around Willow Grove, Conshohocken, or beyond, the oil in your Acura vehicle's engine does three important tasks: it lubricates, cleans, and cools the interior of the engine. Over time, the oil becomes too degraded to continue performing its job. When this occurs, you'll want to have the oil and filter replaced so the engine can continue working at peak performance. If you don't have the oil changed, your engine could suffer a much larger and more expensive engine repair.
Why Should You Have Your Oil Changed at Our Dealership?
There are several reasons why drivers throughout Jenkintown, Doylestown, and beyond choose our Fred Beans Acura of Abington service center. Not only do we have a fully equipped service facility that can handle any type of car repair, but we also have several certified technicians who take care of your Acura vehicle like it's one of their own. Plus, with our many service specials, you could save on your next oil change appointment. Feel free to search through our service and parts offers to see how much money you can save.
Schedule Your Next Oil Change at Fred Beans Acura of Abington
We encourage every driver to schedule their car service with our Fred Beans Acura of Abington service center team. Use our online service scheduling tool or contact our technicians directly. You can also stop by our dealership to talk to our team today. We'd love to go over your Acura vehicle, making sure that it's ready to make your daily drive that much better.