IS IT TIME TO CHANGE THE OIL IN YOUR CHEVROLET VEHICLE?

We recommend that most cars get an oil change every 3,000 miles of driving to keep running smoothly and safely. That said, the easiest way to know if your car needs an oil change, is when the oil light turns on. In newer Chevrolet vehicles, this light will turn orange on the dash and appears as a dripping oil can sometimes accompanied by a wrench.

Get your oil changed in Newnan today! Take care your GMC, Buick and Chevy service needs at Southtowne Chevrolet Buick GMC. Also be sure to check out our current service specials to save on your next service appointment in Newnan.

The Oil Change Light: What Exactly Does It Mean?
When the oil change light appears, it is not cause for immediate concern or distress. The light is triggered when your vehicle senses depleting levels of oil and only gives you a warning when you have about two weeks left of oil. This should give you ample time to set up an appointment with a service center to get a refill and certainly gives you enough time to realize why your car needs oil in the first place: lack of oil can cause your engine to overheat and breakdown over time which could end up being very costly.

What if the Light Never Comes on or Reappears Suddenly?
In some vehicles–particularly older vehicles–the oil light may not turn on right away to signal you. In this case, rely on the 3,000 mile rule or rely on the other indicators in your vehicle. If you see an engine overheat light often–lack of oil could be the cause. Similarly, if you begin to notice awkward driving, strained engine, or general malfunction, oil could be the cause.

If you have already been into our service center to have your oil changed recently and your light suddenly reappears, this could be an indication of a number of issues: faulty sensor, low oil pressure, or leaking and poorly circulating oil. In any of these cases, you will want to get in to see on of our technicians quickly.

Where to Get Your Oil Changed in Newnan?
At Southtowne Chevrolet Buick GMC, we work hard to fix common issues like oil changes as quickly as possible. In fact, an oil change or filter replacement qualify as an express service and will be addressed first in our service center. To make an appointment, simply schedule online or call ahead to make sure we can see you.