How Often Should You Change Your Oil?

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How often should you change your oil? It’s a question we hear again and again at the Mark Miller Subaru Midtown service center. In the past, the general rule of thumb was to change your oil every 3 months or 3,000 miles. However, over the last decade, improvements in oil and engine technology have changed this. Now, most new vehicles only require an oil change between 7,500 and 10,000 miles. We do recommend checking your owner’s manual to find the recommended oil change frequency for your particular make and model. We dive into the oil change basics below. 

 

 

Recommended Oil Change Frequency 

How often should you change your oil? As mentioned above, anywhere between 7,500 and 10,000 miles should suffice. However, some vehicles may require an oil change more often. For example, if your daily drives in Salt Lake City and Park City routinely involve the following, your vehicle will likely need more frequent oil changes: 

  • Off-roading
  • Commercial use
  • Racing
  • Heavy towing

Additional Information 

Keep these oil change tips in mind when it’s time for your next service appointment: 

  • Does your vehicle require synthetic or conventional oil? It is important to know what is recommended by the manufacturer. You can find this information in your owner’s manual. How often should you change synthetic oil? Depending on the type of car you have, most synthetic oils last between 7,500 miles and 15,000 miles.
  • Oil still breaks down regardless of how often you drive. Because this is the case, an oil change is recommended at least twice a year even if your car sits idle for long periods of time. 
  • Remember to change the oil filter with every oil change.
  • Check your oil level at least once a month to make sure there is enough and that it has the proper appearance. 

Set Up a Service Appointment with Mark Miller Subaru Midtown

Is it time for your next oil change? We can assist you with that! Reach out to us today if you have any questions about oil change frequency or maintaining your vehicle in general. Our team is dedicated to keeping your vehicle running smoothly on the roads of South Salt Lake for many years to come. 

Service Specials at Mark Miller Subaru Midtown

Rock Chip Repair and Windshield Replacment

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We use Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts for windshield replacements to ensure the best fit and quality. In some cases, equivalent aftermarket parts may be used upon customer request or due to availability issues.

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Brake Service

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$60 Off full brake and rotor replacement ($25 Off front-only or rear-only brake and rotor replacement)

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