An oil change is perhaps the most common type of maintenance and one of the most important. That’s why the Faulkner Honda service center offers quick oil changes on-site. If you’re ready to schedule your car’s oil change, you can do so easily here on our website!
On this page, drivers living throughout Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, and Hershey, Pennsylvania, can discover how our service center keeps your vehicle ready to take on what’s next.
Continue reading and be sure to contact our friendly service pros with any questions.
Our Oil Change Services
When you bring your vehicle to our service center for an oil change, you can count on our team to get the job done quickly and correctly every time.
What goes into an oil change? The process starts with a quick inspection of your vehicle to make sure that its oil filter, hoses, and other components are in working order.
Next, our technicians will lift up the hood of your vehicle to safely drain and replace your car’s old motor oil with a few fresh quarts and a new filter.
Our team follows all of the environmental and safety guidelines to properly dispose of the used motor oil, so put your trust in us today.
What Does Engine Oil Do?
Engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle; it works to keep all the working parts of your car’s engine lubricated so that the engine can run efficiently. In addition, it functions to:
- Catch contaminants. As you drive around, dust, dirt, particles, and other contaminants make it into the engine. The oil catches those contaminants to keep your car’s engine safe.
- Promote engine cooling. Along with acting as a lubricant to keep things running smoothing, the engine oil works to help prevent overheating.
- Increase gas mileage. Clean engine oil helps the engine run smoothly, burning less gas, meaning you have to make fewer stops to refuel.
- Keep the car healthy. All around, these factors work together to keep your car in the best possible condition for the longest time.
For all these reasons and more, the engine oil that runs under the hood is a vital component that needs to be treated with care.
Why Are Oil Changes Important?
If left unattended, it will start to oxidize, transforming into heavy, dark sludge. The kind of issues you might encounter can include:
- Weak acceleration
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Overheating
- Premature engine wear and breaks
When the engine oil gets polluted, it works slower and can lead to potential damage to the engine. So, forgetting to have your car’s engine oil changed now can cause greater issues in the future, where more than just the oil may need to be changed.
Make sure that your car can take you where you want to be, whether that’s out running groceries or out for fun at Reservoir Park by regularly scheduling an oil change near you.
How Often Do I Need to Schedule an Oil Change?
Depending on the age and the type of vehicle you drive, a good rule of thumb is to change your car’s motor oil every 5,000 miles to 7,500 miles. For most drivers, that typically breaks down to two or three times per year.
But this is a broad estimate. Classic or older cars, with older types of engine oil, may need to be changed out every 3,000 miles, while modern synthetic oils tend to last longer.
How are you driving? If you’re in the habit of taking frequent short trips, hauling heavy loads, or driving in rough weather, you may be putting your model through severe use. With severe use, the engine oil will often need to be changed more frequently.
In your owner’s manual, your recommended maintenance schedule should spell out what constitutes normal vs. severe driving, and at what intervals you should have your car’s engine oil checked and changed out.
How Do I Check My Oil in Between Service Appointments?
Using a rag, slowly remove the dipstick from its holster. Remember, healthy oil should be odorless and amber in color. If the oil appears thick or has a dark color, it may be time for a change. If you whiff an intense burning smell, immediately schedule a service appointment to change it.
After check number one, wipe the stick clean before returning it to its holster. Remove the stick again, and this time, take note of the oil level. Toward the bottom of the dipstick, you’ll notice a few markings. If the oil falls below these marks, you might need to add a quart or two.
Whatever help you may need, our team is more than up for the challenge.
More About Our Service Center and Services
Our service technicians aren’t just well-versed in oil changes. Whatever your vehicle needs throughout the course of its life to stay in great working condition, we have you covered, including:
- Engine tune-ups
- Engine repairs
- Engine replacements
Out from under the hood, you can also count on us for simple routine maintenance, like tire rotations, as well as unexpected repairs.
We’re also proud to offer rolling promotions and specials for different service needs. Check out the options online to see what we have to offer at the moment and what can help you stay steady on the road.
No matter how big or small your vehicle’s maintenance needs are, you can count on us to help you get back on the road and on schedule.
Where Can I Schedule an Oil Change near Me?
Now that you have a better idea of the services we provide at Faulkner Honda and how we do oil changes, think of us next time you need one.
Drivers in Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, and Hershey, PA, can give us a call today to schedule your car’s next oil change or ask any questions you may have about our service center!
