How Often Should You Change Your Oil This Summer?

There are few better feelings than taking your Mitsubishi vehicle out for a spin in the summer. One of the first things you should do to prepare your Mitsubishi for weekend summer road trips is to give it an oil change. How often should you change the oil in your Mitsubishi? We recommend changing your vehicle’s oil every 7,500 to 10,000 miles. Keep in mind that this is just a recommendation, and the specific number will vary depending on what kind of Mitsubishi you drive as well as other factors.

The service center at Daytona Mitsubishi covers all the oil change essentials you need to know this summer. Take a look at our guide, and when your Mitsubishi is due for its next oil change, schedule a service appointment at our dealership.

What Affects Your Oil Change Frequency?

While 7,500 to 10,000 miles between oil changes is what most experts recommend, you could end up needing to change the oil in your Mitsubishi outside of that recommendation window. The type of Mitsubishi you drive will determine how often you’ll need to change your oil, but so will your driving habits.

Here are some summer driving habits that could lead to you changing the oil in your Mitsubishi sooner than expected:

• Off-road driving
• Commercial/business driving
• High-speed racing
• Heavy-duty towing

What If You Don’t Change Your Oil?

Your oil keeps your engine running by lubricating all the mechanisms inside. Additionally, your oil filters out dirt and debris, keeping your engine clean. With more use, your oil will become dirty and inefficient, so you’ll need to have it replaced. But, have you ever wondered what would happen if you didn’t change your oil?

Here are some things that can happen to your Mitsubishi if you neglect oil changes:

• Check engine can turn on
• Knocking sounds from the engine
• Dark and dirty oil
• Smoke from the exhaust pipe
• Overheating engine

Other Things to Know About Oil Changes

Here are some other important pieces of advice about oil changes we think every driver should know:

• You should check your oil once a month. This way, you’ll know what your oil levels look like and if your vehicle needs an oil change.
• Know what kind of oil your vehicle needs. Check your owner’s manual if you’re unsure what kind of oil your Mitsubishi needs.
• Change your oil at least two times a year. It’s important to regularly change your oil, even if you don’t drive your Mitsubishi that often this summer. Oil still breaks down regardless of how often your car gets driven.
• Change your oil filter at the same time you change your oil. If you’d prefer to do this yourself, you can order an oil filter from our parts store online.
• Schedule Your Oil Change at Daytona Mitsubishi

Ready to get your Mitsubishi model’s oil changed in time for summer? Contact us to set up a time to bring your Mitsubishi to us, and let us help you get ready for those extended summer getaways.