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When to Change Engine Oil
See if any one of these is true for you:
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Most trips are less than 5 to 10 'miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures.are below freezing.
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
You operate your vehicle
in
dusty
areas
or
off-road frequently.
You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
your vehicle.
The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to
down sooner. If any one of these is true for your
then you need to change your oil and filter
miles (5 000
km)
or 3 months
--
whichever
ccurs first.
f none of them is true, change the oil and filter every
ccurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed
(12 500
lun)
or 12 months -- whichever
highway conditions causes engine oil to
I
break down slower.
What to Do with Used Oil
Did you know that used engine oil contains certain
elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could
even cause cancer? Don't let used oil stay on your skin
for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and
water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw
away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See
the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal
of oil products.)
Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you
change your own oil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil
from the filter before disposal. Don't ever dispose
of oil
by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into
sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead,
recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If
,
you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil,
'
ask your retailer, a service station or a local recycling
center for help.
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