Few engines are as finally tuned for performance as those made by Acura, but if you want to maintain the world-class performance that these vehicles are known for, you need an oil change from your Acura dealer at the right intervals.
Scheduled Oil Changes From Your Acura Dealer: Vital for Acura’s Performance
How Often?
Your owner’s manual will give you the precise intervals, but those are general and can’t take into account your specific driving habits and conditions. But Acura has thought of that, and that’s why they provide the Maintenance Minder™. This system in your Acura actually measures your road conditions, driving style, and the passing of time to notify you when is the best time to get service.
In general, most Acuras are meant to go 7,500 to 10,000 miles before they need an oil change; if you’re using synthetic oil. If you have an older model, or you’re using traditional oil for some other reason, you’ll need a change between 3,000 and 5,000 miles. One last thing to consider is your powertrain warranty. To keep that valid, you will need to get the oil changed at the right intervals specified in the warranty, so if you’re not sure about that, call us.
What Oil Changes Do
The reason this service is so important is because of all the things that oil does for your high-performing engine. Oil cools the engine and also protects it from rust. As the engine runs, tiny metal shavings come off the parts and dirt and grime get into the engine from the outside. Oil grabs all of this is whisks it away, so you get the best possible performance out of your engine and the best gas mileage, too.
Over time, the oil degrades and gets filled up with sludge and grime. Once that happens, it can’t protect your engine like it should. If you go too long without getting the oil changed out, you’ll compromise your engines performance and efficiency.
Your Driving Conditions
Certain driving conditions tend to cause motor oil to break down more quickly. This is usually the case if you do a lot of short drives, especially if you don’t give the oil time to warm up properly or if you drive through particularly dusty and dirty environments. If you’re doing a lot of towing, this can also put extra pressure on the engine, and the oil is what protects it. Let the oil take the beating instead of your engine, and get that oil changed out regularly for the best performance.
Is it time for service? If it is, or even if you’re not sure and want to understand your vehicle’s oil needs better, talk to us at Open Road Acura of Wayne, NJ today.
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