The most important maintenance task you should keep up with is to change the motor oil with regularity. To learn the signs that it's time to replace the engine's synthetic oil, read this post by Hartmans Inc in AMSOIL: Hartmans Inc: Keith.

It should go without saying that your vehicle's engine is a pretty essential component. It processes the fuel and helps power your vehicle so it can move you to where you want to go. For this reason, if you want to keep your vehicle in mint shape for longer, you have to maintain the engine perfectly. A crucial part of your engine's upkeep is to replace its synthetic oil from time to time. As your engine runs, the moving components in it brush against each other. The increased friction can cause the engine to overheat and damage the engine's components. The synthetic oil coats those components, protecting and lubricating them. This results in less friction, smoother processes, and decreased wear and tear. Still, time and use can make the synthetic oil ineffective, which is why you need to replace it every so often. If you don't, you will have to deal with a damaged vehicle (which can result in headaches, increased emissions, wasted money, safety concerns, and more). If you're sure you want to maintain your engine perfectly but are unsure of when you should change the motor oil, the following post will share telling signs that the time is now.

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How to Know When to Change the Motor Oil

You've Been Using the Same Oil for Miles

There are only so many miles your vehicle can drive on the same oil before it becomes ineffective and leaves your engine exposed. However, to learn how many miles you can drive on the same oil, you need to turn to your owner's manual or go to a reliable mechanic, as the number can differ depending on usage, condition, age, and more.

It's Been a Year Since the Last Change

Even if you don't use your vehicle at all for a whole year, the oil can turn bad. For this reason, if you've had the same oil for more than a year, you should get it changed. If you don't remember the replacements effectively, you can begin writing them down in a notebook or on your phone so that you can be reminded of them.

If you notice it's time to get new oil to maintain your engine healthy and strong, use AMSOIL's Signature Series 0W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil, the most effective synthetic oil in AMSOIL: Hartmans Inc: Keith.

Its Color and Texture Has Changed

When you open a fresh bottle of synthetic oil, a light brown/yellow liquid with a smooth texture will pour out. Still, the oil will start to pick up dirt and other filth that makes its way to the engine. This will result in a black/dark brown liquid with a coarse texture. This is dirty oil, and you need to change it before it damages your engine.

The Oil is Not at the Right Level

The oil needs to be in the right condition and level in order to provide the protection and lubrication your engine needs. If it isn't, your engine can suffer the consequences. For this reason, you need to check the oil regularly to ensure it's all well. If you notice that it's below the required level, change it. Also, check if there are any leaks or cracks.

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The "Check Engine" Light is On

It comes a time in every car owner's life when they will see the "Check Engine" light on the dashboard turn on. This can happen for various reasons, one of which may be that your engine needs new oil. Get the replacement done promptly to see if that turns the light off. If not, take your vehicle to a mechanic promptly for an inspection.

Your Engine Behaves Weirdly

Lastly, you can also tell it's time to change the motor oil if your engine behaves weirdly. This includes if it starts making noises you don't recognize, or it becomes jumpy. Again, change the oil immediately to see if that fixes the issue. If it doesn't, go to a mechanic right away to provide the upkeep the engine needs.

Using the right products on your engine will keep it in perfect working condition for a long time. Call Hartmans Inc in AMSOIL: Hartmans Inc: Keith at (316) 686-1069 or visit AMSOIL's online shop to place an order on the top products for its maintenance.