To understand why oil changes are such an important function of keeping your vehicle running, you need to understand what oil does. The purpose of oil, at its basics, is to properly lubricate the engine, thus having a system that has less friction, causing less heat. Without new and fresh oil, sludge and dirt particles start to build up, causing more friction, which in turn, creates more heat that can damage the system. When you change your oil, you are not only helping the engine stay cooler, but you are improving your gas mileage and promoting a longer life span for your Ford. This one simple act of getting an oil change can be a drastic reason as to why your vehicle can stay on the road longer than it might otherwise.

How often you should be getting an oil change can vary, especially when you consider how new the vehicle is, and what kind of oil you use. Some of the pricier synthetic oils can last you around 10,00 miles. Most people are recommended to get an oil change every 5,000 miles, with newer vehicles giving you an alert when you’re due for one. It never hurts to get an oil change sooner than 5,000 miles, and sometimes, if you make multiple short trips, or you deal with extreme temperatures, you may want to do frequent oil changes either way.

At Fullerton Ford, we have a great service center that is filled with professionals that you can trust. No matter which Ford model you are bringing in, and no matter how old it is, we are here to get you an oil change that is done properly, and efficiently. We hope that you will continue to choose us for your Ford oil change, and because of that, we hope you’ll schedule service with us soon! Your vehicle’s health matters to us, which means it’s time to start doing regular oil changes.