Most common questions used to investigate
The first step to checking if your car needs an oil change is to look towards the engine/oil change light on your dashboard. Is it turned ON or blinking continuously?
Has your car driven more than 3000 miles without an oil change?
Is the vehicle jerking excessively while starting or moving?
Is your cars' engine making excessively more noise than normal?
Check the oil dipstick. Is there oil present on the dipstick?
Check the oil dipstick. Is the oil present on the dipstick black in color and grainy when you feel it between your fingers?
Is there a smell of oil inside your car?
Is there grey or black smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe?
Common conclusions
This indicator will only illuminate when the level of oil in the vehicle is close to the bottom. If this warning is ignored, your car may be at risk of getting damaged due to lack of lubrication between the parts inside the engine.
It is better to change the oil as most cars are required to have their oil changed after every 3000 miles or 3 months. New vehicles usually require an oil change after 6000 miles or 6 months. It is better to check the guidlines regarding your car.
This is also one of the signs of bad oil or low oil. It is better to get your car checked and the oil refilled.
If the oil level is low, the engine noise will increase and you might even hear knocking or grating noises which signifies your engine tearing itself apart due to lack of lubrication. So, it is better to change the oil.
This signifies that the level of oil is really low so the vehicle is in dire need of an oil change.
The black and grainy oil shows that the vehicle has had its last oil change a really long time ago. It is better to get the tank cleaned and oil refilled.
The smell often signify an oil leak. It is better to schedule maintenance immediately.
This some times signify an oil leak or a faulty engine part but better to get it checked as soon as possible.
Get your car checked from a mechanic on a monthly or a bimonthly basis and keep record of the oil change and the mileage and time.
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