Oil Change Services Designed for Acura Vehicles

Oil Change Services Designed for Acura Vehicles 

How Often to Change Your Motor Oil 

Consult either your owner’s manual or one of our technicians for the ideal oil service intervals for your particular Acura. You’ll likely find that it’s every 7,500 to 10,000 miles, which means twice a year for most drivers.  

There are a few factors that wear down motor oil more rapidly. If you regularly make short trips of under five miles, drive for long distances at low speeds, take your Acura on the track, or use very dusty, sandy, or muddy roads, consider refreshing your oil three or four times a year. 

When to Replace Your Oil Filter 

Another important Acura oil service is replacing the filter. The oil filter collects dirt, metal fragments, and sludge from the engine. If you forget to change this filter, it will eventually fill up and overflow, depositing these contaminants back into the system.  

Ideally, your oil filter should be removed and replaced each time you change the oil, but sometimes it’s only necessary to replace the filter every other visit. Our technicians can inspect the filter whenever they change the oil and decide if it’s time for a new one.  

Signs Your Oil or Filter Needs Changing 

With a well-planned oil service routine, your engine should perform smoothly without mishap for the car’s entire lifespan. Nevertheless, it pays to know the signs of bad oil or an overflowing filter so you can quickly notice and remedy the situation.  

Low Oil Pressure 

Most oil-related problems will trigger the oil pressure warning light to appear on your dashboard. This light may indicate diminished volume, degraded quality, a clogged filter, or perhaps an oil leak.  

Leaking Oil 

It’s not unheard of for motor oil to leak from a worn gasket, pan, drain plug, filter, or seal. Leaking oil might drip over the heated engine block or exhaust manifold, burning up and creating a burning oil smell.  

Falling Power 

Without the full lubrication of fresh oil, your engine will start to lose power. Your acceleration will feel sluggish and unresponsive.  

Check Engine Light 

With bad oil, you’ll soon see the check engine light appear. This alert won’t specify oil as the problem, but our technicians will soon work it out. 

Set Up Regular Oil Service at Your Acura Dealership 

Allow us to schedule routine maintenance for your Acura’s engine. Our specialist Acura technicians can keep your luxury car purring along in tip-top shape for many years to come.  

Head to Ed Martin Acura in Indianapolis, IN, for prompt oil service.  

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