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Swickard Honda of Thousand Oaks is Here to Help with Your Oil Change Needs

Keeping up with regular oil changes here at Swickard Honda of Thousand Oaks is one of the best things you can do to keep your engine in excellent shape. When should you change your oil? Oil change intervals depend heavily on a few factors, such as the type of oil that you use. For example, vehicle that uses conventional oil might need more frequent oil changes than one that uses synthetic oil. Find out more about oil types and what that means for your oil change needs here at Honda of Thousand Oaks!


What's the Difference Between Synthetic and Conventional Oil?

Synthetic oil is specially formulated to flow easier and reduce friction, making it a great choice for withstanding extreme temperatures. It's also made to offer better lubrication and reduce engine sludge. Furthermore, you can generally go longer between oil change intervals if you use synthetic oil.

Conventional oil is an affordable oil choice that is suitable for the average engine. It is typically less expensive than synthetic oil, but it needs to be changed more often in order to maintain the health of your engine around Ventura and Woodland Hills.

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When to Change Synthetic Oil

Vehicles with full synthetic oil can sometimes go up to 15,000 miles before needing an oil change. Your owner's manual can give further insight into how often you should change your specific vehicle's oil. Factors like your driving habits and the kinds of roads you frequent (such as dirt roads) can affect how frequently you should change your oil in the Oxnard area.

When to Change Conventional Oil

The average vehicle with conventional oil needs an oil change every 5,000 to 7,500 miles. Your driving habits and the type of car you drive can affect how often you should change your oil, so it's a good idea to check your oil periodically to ensure that your engine has what it needs to get you around Calabasas and Pasadena as efficiently as possible.

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If you have oil change questions or need to make an appointment for an oil change near Simi Valley, please don't hesitate to contact us here at our Honda service center. We'll be happy to assist you with all your oil change needs!