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It's Time For A Change

Myself and a lot of other service writers can attest to the broad gap in mileages when it comes to changing oil on a customer's vehicle, no big deal right?  Wrong , Wrong , Wrong Let's discuss why that oil change is so important. What do oil changes do for your car? Oil lubricates the engine and absorbs heat, allowing the internal parts to work together effectively without overheating. Over time, engine oil breaks down and wears out. When it does, it becomes less effective at lubricating the engine and absorbing heat. What happens if you don't change the oil in your car? The most common issue is that the parts in your engine will become too hot. This can cause the engine to run less efficiently, and as time goes on, it can cause the engine components to warp and wear out. ... Eventually, if the oil is not changed, the entire engine will shut down and have to be replaced. Can you just add oil instead of changing? NO NO NO (Not A Good Idea) Add oil to the car i