Has your check oil light come on? Is it time to have the oil changed in your Volkswagen car or SUV? If so, you may have a few questions about what an oil change involves and why your vehicle needs one. To assist our Wayne, PA, Newtown Square, and Malvern area drivers, we've answered a few of the most frequently asked oil change questions. Feel free to take a closer look and contact our team to learn more.
If you have a gasoline-powered vehicle, you'll need to have its oil and filter changed regularly. The engine's oil not only lubricates the interior parts but also cleans and cools the engine as it goes. As it flows through the engine, the oil will begin to deteriorate, causing it to become too thick, dirty, or thin. Once this occurs, it is time to change the oil and filter. If you leave it unchanged, it will result in a much larger and more expensive engine repair.
The recommended timeline for an oil change depends on what type of vehicle you have, the type of oil it uses, and the types of roads you drive on. Most models suggest between 7,500 and 10,000 miles. If your change oil light appears before then, though, make sure to change it when recommended. You'll also want to routinely inspect the engine's oil to ensure that it's clean, full, and ready to work.
The time it takes for an oil change to be completed is about 30 to 45 minutes. Of course, this depends on what type of vehicle you have and if you're receiving any additional services or inspections.
During an oil change, the technician will drain any old and existing oil and remove the dirty filter. After it's done, they will input new oil and a fresh filter, replacing the cap after a quick inspection.
Electric vehicles do not require oil changes because they don't have an engine that functions with oil included. This is one of the impressive perks an EV has to offer. Hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles do need to have routine oil changes because they still use a gasoline-powered engine to accomplish their driving tasks.
If it's time for your Volkswagen car or SUV to have its oil changed, we recommend reaching out to our Volkswagen service center. Here, our team of technicians can perform any type of routine maintenance or repair, including the quick oil change service. We may even have a service special to keep your VW service costs low. Please use our online service scheduling tool to make your next oil change appointment or contact our Fred Beans Volkswagen of Devon team. We'd love to schedule you for any time of maintenance or repair and can assist you with your VW oil change today.
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Devon, PA 19333
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