Types of Subaru Oil Changes

Subaru Oil Changes

Conventional Oil, Semi-Synthetic & Full Synthetic Oil

There are so many things to keep track of when you need to get your car serviced. When was the last time you had your tires rotated, when was the last time you had your brake fluid changed, how many miles are even on your car? Let the team at Ewing Subaru of Plano take care of the details, especially when it comes to getting your oil changed. Whether your car takes conventional oil, semi-synthetic or full synthetic, our team knows what it needs and can make the best recommendations based on usage and personal driving habits.

How to check your motor oil?

It's all under the hood. You can easily find the oil - the cap has the same symbol as the light does with it ignites on your dashboard. Simply wait until your car has cooled down from its last use. Then, take out the dipstick and clean it off. Put it back into the oil, pull it out. You will then be able to see if you are low on oil or if it is dirty, or both!

Signs your car needs an oil change:

Oil light comes on
Grinding and banging noises coming from the engine
Gas mileage and efficiency decreases
You can smell oil inside your car
Bad looking exhaust
When you check your oil, the dipstick comes back out dirty and/or low

Which car needs what oil change interval?

The actual mileage range may vary based on driving habits. This is why it is always important to pay close attention to any and all lights on your dashboard. However, this cheat sheet should give you an idea of when to get your oil changed based on the type of oil your vehicle uses:

Conventional oil: every 3,000 miles or 3 months
Semi-Synthetic oil: every 3,750 miles or 4 months
Full synthetic oil: every 7,000 miles or 6 months

Schedule an Oil Change Today at Ewing Subaru of Plano

Letting your oil get too low and/or dirty can be detrimental to the overall health of your car. Holes can form, performance can diminish and more costly repairs can add up. The next time your oil light comes on, bring your car in to see our team at Ewing Subaru of Plano. Our team will be happy to schedule you at a time that works best for you and have you back on the road before you know it.