Oil Change Why So Important

Why is an Oil Change so Important? Ask Bob Jass Chevrolet!

Bob Jass Chevrolet employs some of the best service experts in the area, and over the years thousands of customers have trusted their knowledge, skills (and competitive rates) for their auto servicing needs.

Let us walk you through everything you need to know about the oil changing process and see why LHM Chevy Provo should be YOUR oil changing and vehicle servicing headquarters.

WHY ARE OIL CHANGES SO IMPORTANT?

Oil undergoes thermal breakdown due to high operating temperature. When this occurs, the oil becomes less effective as a lubricant. And without a good lubricant (read: expensive), parts of the engine rub together and wear each other out.

Oil also contains additives that have the ability to neutralize acids. Over time, these additives get used up and stop being effective.

Finally, oil can absorb water, dust and combustion byproducts and also hold them in suspension. Eventually, the oil gets saturated with this stuff and can't absorb any more. Then that stuff remains in the engine and can cause corrosion.

WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DON'T GET YOUR OIL CHANGED?

Your engine simply won't last as long as it could. Oil serves many crucial functions, and clean oil performs those functions better than dirty oil. Oil is relatively cheap, and changing your oil every 5,000 miles is a very cheap insurance policy against major repairs down the road.