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Question about Oil Changes
Posted by DMV
Does high mileage really have any benefits over a regular oil change?Ive been getting them for awhile.
I drive a 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 120K miles. No issues.
You can use a higher mileage oil rather than regular oil change.
But if you've notice that there's not much difference in your oil levels (from your previous service), then just continue on as normal in your servicing schedule.
Posted by DMV
Does high mileage really have any benefits over a regular oil change?Ive been getting them for awhile.
I drive a 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 120K miles. No issues.
You can use a higher mileage oil rather than regular oil change.
But if you've notice that there's not much difference in your oil levels (from your previous service), then just continue on as normal in your servicing schedule.
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I wouldn't even know how to check oil levels
Its not leaking either.
You remind me of my mum 😄..my dad made sure that was the first thing I need to know and checking the tyre pressure after having my first car.
Posted by Pisces1803
You remind me of my mum 😄..my dad made sure that was the first thing I need to know and checking the tyre pressure after having my first car.
Tire pressure...i got that down pat lol.
I just always got the high mileage and i switched last.month. the drive thru oil.change.guy almost lost his shyt.
So i was wondering if there were any real.benefits
I'm just using this model as an image.. see the yellow round ring thing on the left hand side of the pic (near the water bottle reservoir. that's the oil dipstick.. you pull it out to check oil level 🙂
you just switched?
Posted by Pisces1803
You remind me of my mum 😄..my dad made sure that was the first thing I need to know and checking the tyre pressure after having my first car.Tire pressure...i got that down pat lol.
I just always got the high mileage and i switched last.month. the drive thru oil.change.guy almost lost his shyt.
So i was wondering if there were any real.benefits
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I've been advised that are certain stuff inside the high mileage oil that help protects the seals and rings etc.. inside your machine.
But if you are using an oil for a low mileage car, you may notice that you're burning more oil (meaning you have to add oil before reaching your next service) and (.. If your oil light comes up on your dash, you're running low on oil and could cause damage to the seals, rings, pistons etc.. could prove costly.. eg.. recondition engine may be required if you get to that point.
Posted by Pisces1803
I'm just using this model as an image.. see the yellow round ring thing on the left hand side of the pic (near the water bottle reservoir. that's the oil dipstick.. you pull it out to check oil level 🙂
Best time to do it is when the engine is cold (over 6 hours off) and the ground is level. Don't forget to tell her that...
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I don't even do that LoL.. I just start the engine up first thing in the morning and check it all then 🙂
Posted by Pisces1803
I'm just using this model as an image.. see the yellow round ring thing on the left hand side of the pic (near the water bottle reservoir. that's the oil dipstick.. you pull it out to check oil level 🙂
Madam, i tip my hat to you. My mercury in Scorpio loves.pictures to illustrate instructions
Posted by WarAngel1
High mileage oil has more stabilization additives in it to keep the seals and gaskets well conditioned so it'll prevent leaks. The older the engine, the more care it needs. I'd use it and I'm at 160k.
this is the same as telling her there are miniature unicorns running on treadmills connected to the wheels and gasoline is used to keep the unicorns warm
Posted by Scrumptious
you just switched?
It was one time!
Posted by Pisces1803
I'm just using this model as an image.. see the yellow round ring thing on the left hand side of the pic (near the water bottle reservoir. that's the oil dipstick.. you pull it out to check oil level 🙂
Best time to do it is when the engine is cold (over 6 hours off) and the ground is level. Don't forget to tell her that...
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That i know lol
Posted by Scrumptious
you just switched?It was one time!
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so let me guess
you went in for the cheap oil deal and they talked you into the high mileage oil deal
Posted by WarAngel1
The best thing you can do is keep changing it at regular intervals. When it gets to 150k consider changing it a bit more often. Just don't forget to do it, it's the best thing to keep your engine running for another 100k.
No doubt. I want my Cherokee to last another 100k
Usually i wait for the light to come on. Should i do it sooner?
Posted by Scrumptious
you just switched?It was one time!
so let me guess
you went in for the cheap oil deal and they talked you into the high mileage oil deal
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Nope.
I had a Saturn.and she lasted 150k and could have gone longer. I always got the high mileage.
When my truck hit 90k i switched to high mileage. My last oil change, i did the regular.
Posted by Scrumptious
you just switched?It was one time!
so let me guess
you went in for the cheap oil deal and they talked you into the high mileage oil deal
Nope.
I had a Saturn.and she lasted 150k and could have gone longer. I always got the high mileage.
When my truck hit 90k i switched to high mileage. My last oil change, i did the regular.
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so you got the regular oil change by accident? it shouldn't be a problem for the unicorns or the engine.
Posted by WarAngel1
The best thing you can do is keep changing it at regular intervals. When it gets to 150k consider changing it a bit more often. Just don't forget to do it, it's the best thing to keep your engine running for another 100k.No doubt. I want my Cherokee to last another 100k
Usually i wait for the light to come on. Should i do it sooner?
Learn to check the oil yourself, the longer it stays running inside without changes, the more gummed up it gets, lower gas mileage you'll see. Not to mention other crap you DON'T see.
Since we are on the subject, have you had anyone mess or check the transmission fluid (quality/levels)?
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I did when I noticed leaking transmission oil, after I got the gear box replaced, that was something I did as well as the oil check.
Posted by WarAngel1
The best thing you can do is keep changing it at regular intervals. When it gets to 150k consider changing it a bit more often. Just don't forget to do it, it's the best thing to keep your engine running for another 100k.No doubt. I want my Cherokee to last another 100k
Usually i wait for the light to come on. Should i do it sooner?
Learn to check the oil yourself, the longer it stays running inside without changes, the more gummed up it gets, lower gas mileage you'll see. Not to mention other crap you DON'T see.
Since we are on the subject, have you had anyone mess or check the transmission fluid (quality/levels)?
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Oh yeah. I take very good care of my boo. Just wondering about high mileage shenanigans
Posted by Scrumptious
you just switched?It was one time!
so let me guess
you went in for the cheap oil deal and they talked you into the high mileage oil deal
Nope.
I had a Saturn.and she lasted 150k and could have gone longer. I always got the high mileage.
When my truck hit 90k i switched to high mileage. My last oil change, i did the regular.
so you got the regular oil change by accident? it shouldn't be a problem for the unicorns or the engine.
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No it was a conscious.decision
Im going to switch back.to high mileage.
Posted by DMV
Im going to switch back.to high mileage.If you're on top of changes, the type isn't as important.
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Would the climate play a role?
Posted by DMV
Im going to switch back.to high mileage.If you're on top of changes, the type isn't as important.
Would the climate play a role?
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It's probably more to do with how you drive.. if you tend to go faster ie. highway etc.. my car would burn oil like crazy.. every two weeks I would be topping it up..but it's 16 years old and done nearly 350000 kilometers.
Posted by DMV
Im going to switch back.to high mileage.If you're on top of changes, the type isn't as important.
Would the climate play a role?
It's probably more to do with how you drive.. if you tend to go faster ie. highway etc.. my car would burn oil like crazy.. every two weeks I would be topping it up..but it's 16 years old and done nearly 350000 kilometers.
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Thats awesome
The only way to know the health of your engine is have the used oil tested that will tell you if you have excessive metal in your oil. The test will also tell you if your oil is failing and you should be changing it earlier.
Those quick lube places are horrible go to a family operated garage the quality of work is better or better yet learn how to do it yourself.
Oil changes are done hot hotter the better it helps to flush out all the s-it.
Posted by Stihl46
The only way to know the health of your engine is have the used oil tested that will tell you if you have excessive metal in your oil. The test will also tell you if your oil is failing and you should be changing it earlier.Those quick lube places are horrible go to a family operated garage the quality of work is better or better yet learn how to do it yourself.
Oil changes are done hot hotter the better it helps to flush out all the s-it.
just to follow up on what he is saying. what you do is request an oil test kit for free, send in a sample of your oil in question along with a cheque to pay for laboratory testing. then in 6 weeks you'll get a report (sample pictured below) then you can get back to us and we'll go over the report with you
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Does high mileage really have any benefits over a regular oil change?
Ive been getting them for awhile.
I drive a 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 120K miles. No issues.