How Often Should You Change Your Oil?

Keeping up with routine maintenance will bring out the best in your Acura on the Canonsburg roads. Of all the Acura service requirements, oil changes are some of the most important. Fresh oil contributes to longer engine life and better performance, so it’s safe to say you don’t want to miss an Acura oil change. That said, how often should you change your oil? You should get an oil change every 7,500 to 10,000 miles, depending on your driving habits around Pittsburgh. 

Check your Acura service manual to see the oil change frequency for your particular model, and learn more about oil changes below!

What’s the Right Oil Change Frequency for You?

How do you determine how often to get an Acura oil change? If you only drive around McMurray and Bethel Park, you can probably follow the typical schedule of 7,500 to 10,000 miles. However, if you put your Acura through more taxing activities, such as the following examples, it helps to get oil changes more often to keep the oil fresh and the engine clean: 

• Frequent towing
• High-mileage driving
• Racing
• Off-road driving

Acura Oil Change Tips

If you bring your vehicle to our dealership for Acura service, you don’t need to know much more about oil changes other than how often to schedule appointments. Still, it’s helpful to have these oil change tips on hand!

• Your owner’s manual will tell you what type of oil your vehicle needs. Most modern Acura cars and SUVs use synthetic oil, which costs more than regular oil but lasts longer and contains special properties for better engine health. 
• If you think you don’t need oil changes often because you don’t drive your car very much, you should still get an Acura oil change once or twice per year. Oil can break down when it sits for a long time, which can cause engine damage. 
• Replace your oil filter with every oil change. When you get an Acura oil change at Spitzer Acura, rest assured our team always performs this task.

When to Check Your Oil Level

You shouldn’t have any problems if you follow the recommended oil change schedule. However, it’s good to check your oil level and oil condition once per month so that if there are any problems, you catch them early. Check whether the oil level is low and inspect the color of the oil; if the oil is sludgy or has small particles in it, you should bring your vehicle in for service.

Get Acura Service at Spitzer Acura!

Whether you need an oil change or help to create an oil change schedule for your driving habits, Spitzer Acura is here for you! Schedule service online or contact us to start a conversation. It’s our privilege to make your Acura ownership experience an outstanding one!