Oil and Filter Change Intervals

Oil and Filter Change Intervals Points : oil and filter change intervals, lubrication system problem, problems in internal combustion engines ic engine Auto makers give a maximum number of miles (kilometers) a car can he driven between oil changes. If the oil is not changed at this interval, the car’s warranty will become void.

New vehicles can go 3000 — 7500 miles (4800 — 12 000 km) between oil changes. Older vehicles should have oil changed more, often. Refer to a manual for exact valves.

An older, worn engine will contaminate the oil more quickly than a new engine. More — combustion byproducts will blow past the rings and enter the oil. Also engine-bearing clearance will he larger, requiring more of the oil and lubrication system.

Also, if a car is only drivers for short period and then parked, its oil should be changed more often. Since the engine may not be reaching lull operating temperature, the oil can he contaminated with fuel, moisture, and other substances more quickly.