Oil Changes from Walt’s Live Oak Ford

One of the common and important maintenance items for your car is oil changes. At Walt’s Live Oak Ford, we are a full-service dealership that offers everything from routine oil changes to transmission repairs. Oil changes are the lifeline for your car, and they can help keep you on the road for years to come. Here’s why getting routine oil changes at Walt’s Live Oak Ford can keep your car on the road for years.

Why Do Cars Need Oil?

Oil helps lubricate all the moving pieces of your car’s engine. These delicate pieces move very fast, and the oil prevents them from excessive wear and tear. Oil is the only thing that prevents these engine parts from hitting each other.

Even when you follow the maintenance intervals, your engine produces a lot of heat. Your car’s engine oil draws heat away from the other parts of your vehicle to prevent it from overheating. Without engine oil, your car’s engine would overheat and seize in only minutes.

Routine oil changes are critical to keep your car performing at peak condition. If you neglect to change your oil regularly, you risk serious car problems or even total engine failure. If you are unsure how to check the oil yourself, bring your car to our service department, who can check it out. Always look for the red oil light on your Ford, meaning you need service immediately. This usually indicates low oil pressure or a significant oil leak.

Benefits of Oil Changes

Oil changes are quick and straightforward, but they significantly affect your car’s longevity. Here are some other great benefits of frequent oil changes.

• Improved Gas Mileage. When you are traveling long distances, you’ll want to save as much as you can on gas. When engines run on clean oil, they can use gas more efficiently.
• Improved Engine Efficiency. Cleaner engines are more efficient. Oil carries a lot of dirt, particles, and other debris when it flows through the engine. Sludge starts to build up and accumulate inside your engine. You’ll notice a significant decrease in your engine’s performance if you are past due on your oil change schedule.
• Longevity. Your Ford can last several hundred thousand miles if you care for it. Dirty oil increases friction in the engine and accelerates the wear and tear.
• Eco-Friendly. When oil breaks down, it naturally releases gas into the atmosphere. These hydrocarbons are dangerous to the environment. You can do your part to get regular oil changes and put less pollution into the air.
• Keeps Engine Parts Cool. All parts under your hood produce a lot of heat and move at high speeds. Clean and fresh oil helps keep these parts lubricated and reduces the amount of friction that can cause overheating.

How to Know if You Need an Oil Change

It’s always best to follow the recommended maintenance schedule of your Ford according to the owner’s manual. You can get a conventional or synthetic oil change depending on your preference and what’s recommended for your car. Synthetic oil takes much longer to break down compared to conventional oil. While they cost more, you’ll need fewer oil changes yearly. Once you visit our dealership, we’ll be able to inform you of the recommended oil change intervals and which type you should use. Oil grade must be adjusted depending on mileage, car age, and temperature.

Schedule Your Next Oil Change at Walt’s Live Oak Ford

Oil changes at Live Oak Ford also include a multi-point inspection. We can determine if any other issues need to be addressed so you can stay safe on the road. Walt’s Live Oak Ford is here to help keep your car in top condition. Contact us today to book your oil change.