Open Today Sales: 8 AM-7 PM
If your car could talk, it would definitely tell you that fresh oil is its absolute favorite gift! Cruising through local spots around Downtown Bristol or making those daily commutes along Route 6 and over to Southington, Farmington, and Plainville can take a toll on your engine over time.
If you are preparing for a longer trip through Connecticut or simply want to stay current with your vehicle's scheduled maintenance, visit Blasius Chevrolet for an oil change near Bristol, CT.
Your vehicle's maintenance information is one of the first places to look when determining when an oil change may be appropriate. Modern vehicles can provide an oil-life reading or maintenance reminder through the instrument display, giving you a useful reference based on driving conditions and engine operation.
You can also keep track of your mileage and compare it with the recommended service interval in your owner's manual. Here are some signs that it may be time to check your oil service schedule:
Our service team can review your vehicle's maintenance information and help determine what service is appropriate.
The correct oil change interval depends on your vehicle, engine, oil specification, driving conditions, and manufacturer recommendations. Our technicians recommend starting with the maintenance schedule provided for your specific vehicle rather than relying on one mileage number for every car.
Many modern vehicles are designed to go several thousand miles between oil changes, while certain driving conditions can influence the appropriate interval, such as:
As a general reference, many drivers consider an oil change somewhere around the 5,000- to 7,500-mile range, while some newer vehicles can have longer manufacturer-recommended intervals. Your owner's manual and vehicle maintenance system provide the most relevant guidance.
When you schedule an oil change, you are also giving the service team an opportunity to look at the vehicle with a trained eye. Our technicians work with Chevrolet vehicles as well as vehicles from many other automotive brands, giving drivers around Bristol another local resource for routine maintenance and related service needs.
We can provide:
An oil change can also be a good time to ask about concerns you have noticed or upcoming maintenance listed for your vehicle.
A standard oil change typically takes about 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the vehicle and the service center’s workload. The amount of time can vary based on the vehicle, service requirements, and current service schedule.
Consumer Reports states that drivers should generally use the oil specified in the owner’s manual. Synthetic oil can provide an advantage for severe-use conditions, including trips lasting less than 15 minutes, towing, low annual mileage, and extreme hot or cold temperatures. It may also benefit older vehicles because it is less prone to forming sludge that can restrict oil passages and contribute to engine damage.*
An oil change generally includes replacing the old engine oil and oil filter. Many service centers may also perform a basic inspection of fluid levels, tire pressure, and other key components.
Whether you drive a Chevrolet or another supported make, our service team can help identify the appropriate oil specification, review your maintenance schedule, and discuss other services that may be relevant to your vehicle. When you are ready for an oil change near Bristol, CT, Blasius Chevrolet is available to help. Schedule today!
*Source: Consumer Reports