Debunking Oil Change Myths That Cost You Money
Learn the truth about ten oil change myths and how they could be impacting your car maintenance costs.
10 Myths About Oil Changes That Are Costing You Money
Myth 1: You Must Change Your Oil Every 5,000 Kilometers
Myth 2: Synthetic Oil Causes Leaks in Older Engines
Myth 3: You Should Change Your Oil Before Winter No Matter What
Myth 4: Thicker Oil Is Always Better for High-Mileage Engines
Myth 5: Oil Additives Are Necessary for Engine Health
Myth 6: Dark Oil Means It's Bad and Needs Changing Immediately
Myth 7: Once You Switch to Synthetic, You Can Never Go Back
Myth 8: You Must Use the Dealer's Branded Oil to Maintain Warranty
Myth 9: You Need to Change Your Oil Every 3,000 Miles If You Drive a T
Myth 10: You Should Change Your Oil by Time, Not by Mileage, If You Do
The Bottom Line
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Oil changes are the most common maintenance task any car owner performs. Yet they are also the most misunderstood. Myths about oil changes have been passed down for generations—from parents, from mechanics, from old-timers who learned their trade on cars that no longer exist. Believing these myths leads to unnecessary spending, wasted time, and even engine damage. Here are ten myths about oil changes that are costing you money—and the truth that will save it.