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Owning a Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram (CDJR) vehicle means you’ve chosen a reliable and capable machine, but to keep it performing at its best, you need to get to know your machine and its needs: and that includes knowing how often to change its oil. While getting an oil change at your CDJR dealership might seem like a minor detail, it’s one of the most important investments you can make in your vehicle’s longevity.
There’s no single answer that fits every model and every driver. Here’s why:
Advances in Technology
Modern CDJR vehicles are engineered with high-quality components and often use advanced synthetic oils. These factors contribute to longer intervals between recommended oil changes, often in the range of 7,500 to 10,000 miles. But if you have an older vehicle, say pre-2006, or if you only use conventional oil and not synthetic, you should ask us about whether 3,000 to 5,000 miles is a better frequency for you.
Your Owner’s Manual
The most reliable authority on oil frequency for your specific CDJR is the owner’s manual. It will outline the manufacturer’s tailored recommendations based on your vehicle’s model year and engine type.
Driving Habits Matter
If you frequently subject your CDJR to “severe use” conditions like towing, off-roading, driving around in extreme temperatures, or going mainly on short trips with a lot of stop/start driving and idling, you may need oil changes more often than the manual suggests.
Why Ignoring Oil Is a Bad Idea
Motor oil is constantly lubricating, cooling, and cleaning vital components in your powerful engine, and, over time, heat and stress cause oil to degrade. Without proper lubrication, friction increases within the engine, causing premature wear on delicate parts. This shortens your engine’s lifespan. Degraded oil also struggles to control engine temperatures, potentially leading to overheating and severe damage.
An engine with excess internal friction also loses power and fuel efficiency, and you might start to notice that at the pump. Plus, skipping oil changes could lead to the need for major engine repairs or even replacement, which is a far more expensive proposition.
The Benefits of Staying on Schedule
When you get your oil swapped out regularly, you’re extending the life expectancy of the heart of your vehicle and keeping your CDJR running smoothly and efficiently. You’ll also save by preventing expensive and inconvenient repairs down the road while gaining confidence in your vehicle’s reliability.
Stick to a solid preventive maintenance plan that includes regularly changing out the oil, and you’ll enjoy peak performance and long-term reliability from your CDJR vehicle: and countless worry-free miles along the way. To learn more or schedule service, talk to us at Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Redford, MI today.
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