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Your Vehicle Fluids and Filters

Is it that time again? Do you need to change your oil?

The oil in your vehicle lubricates the engine and keeps the parts running smoothly. After a while, your vehicles oil gets dirty, think and sometimes even sludgy. You really don't want that kind of thing running through your vehicle. Do you? 

So when you know when you need an oil change when:

1. You've have driven more than 3,000 miles since your last oil change or its been 3 months since you had your last oil change. 
2. You realize it has been a whole year since you had an oil change
3. Your oil level is low
4. Your oil is dark brown/ dark black on the dipstick 

Come on to B Squared to get that Oil Changed! Quickly! We have many oil change packages options for you to choose from. With every oil change your vehicle will get a new oil filter, check tire pressure, check all the fluids and we will perform our 30 point check. 

What kind of oil should you use?

What Type Of Oil Do I Use?

The answer to this question is in your owner’s manual under the maintenance schedule. The carmaker outlines what weight (viscosity) to use. If it says 5W20, use it. Carmakers make engine oil recommendations based on extensive lab testing, road testing, and research done in conjunction with petroleum companies. You can rely on the recommendation because it’s based on a lot of research.

Should I Change The Weight Of The Oil Based On Time Of Year/Temperature?

No. Multi-viscosity oils are designed to adjust their rate of flow (weight) based on outside and inside engine operating temperatures. When you read an oilcan that has a viscosity rating of 5W20 it means that the winter flow rate of the oil is 5 (thinner) than the summer flow rate (thicker). Multi-viscosity oils thicken up in the summer when the temps are hot and oil tends to thin out. When it gets cold they thin out in order to maintain optimum flow rate in all temperatures.

What About Synthetic Oil? Can I Use It?

In most cases you can switch over to synthetic oil. However, consult your owner’s manual before switching to make sure there are no caveats. I like synthetic oil because it is chemically fortified to withstand the rigors of the internal combustion engine environment. While it is not impervious to, it is highly resistant to viscosity breakdown from heat, friction, and chemical contamination. Synthetic oil flows better in winter and provides superior lubrication and protection in the summer when most oils break down under intense heat. If you switch over, just make sure you use the viscosity recommended by your carmaker.

How Often Should I Change The Oil?

When using good quality synthetic oil, change it every 5 - 7 thousand miles or six months, whichever comes first; and make sure to change the filter. When using petroleum-based oil, change it every 3 - 5 thousand miles or three months. As with synthetic, change the oil filter with a high quality filter every time you change the oil. Why the longer drain intervals with synthetic oil? It’s tougher, therefore you can go longer between drain intervals. Based on my research of synthetic engine oil, AMSOIL is number one and Mobil One is number two.

What Caused This? Lack of Oil Changes!