You filter sifts contaminants, so oil can flow smoothly throughout your engine.
You never want to allow your filter to become clogged or restricted as the flow will then be routed around your filter. While bypassing your filter is considered a safety measure, allowing your vehicle to go so long between oil and filter changes that it becomes clogged can lead to costly damage to your vehicles engine. When it comes time to change your oil or filter, or for your vehicles other maintenance needs, look no further than the experts of Classic Lube.
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At Classic Lube we offer the following types of oil in an assortment of weights: The age of your vehicle — older vehicles may burn oil at a faster rate. The idea is to avoid oil from turning to a sludge.
When this occurs, your engine is placed under stress and becomes more susceptible to damage and corrosive build up Your driving habits — does your normal driving involve frequent long trips or do you drive locally but make frequent stops? Do you use your vehicle to tow or haul heavy loads?
At Classic Lube we offer the following types of oil in an assortment of weights: The age of your vehicle — older vehicles may burn oil at a faster rate. The idea is to avoid oil from turning to a sludge. When this occurs, your engine is placed under stress and becomes more susceptible to damage and corrosive build up Your driving habits — does your normal driving involve frequent long trips or do you drive locally but make frequent stops?
Do you use your vehicle to tow or haul heavy loads? Oil becomes less effective as it ages. There are many types of oil that you can choose from and your manufacturer may suggest a specific kind of oil based on the vehicle you drive.
For example, synthetic oils allow you to go longer in between oil changes. In some cases, manufacturers warranties can become void if you use a different oil type than is recommended.
Typically, these systems also monitor the number of miles the vehicle has traveled as well as knowing how hard the vehicle may have been driven. In some cases, manufacturers warranties can become void if you use a different oil type than is recommended. Typically, these systems also monitor the number of miles the vehicle has traveled as well as knowing how hard the vehicle may have been driven. Pay attention to these alerts as following them will help extend the life of your engine and ultimately save you on repairs Make it a habit to monitor your cars oil levels.
This is more prevalent on older vehicles but can also be the case with some newer models. Newer vehicles may not have a dipstick and rely on sensors to inform the owner of the need to inspect oil levels or change oil. If you do have a dipstick, make sure that your vehicle is on level ground when you check it.
If the car has been running be aware there may be hot spots to avoid contact with Examine the color of your oil. New oil is amber in color. Normal oil when inspected will appear black or deep brown and this is normal. Should you notice a milky appearance it could mean that coolant has leaked in to your vehicles engine.