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Decent Oil Changes Cedar Park

  • mardi 7 octobre 2014
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  • By Jocelyn Davidson


    Having proper preventive maintenance done to your car is the ideal way to extend the life and use of your vehicle, no matter the age. Oil changes Cedar Park at any local shop will include the filter, a minimum of 4 quarts and normally a 24 point check. Here is what you can expect out of a shop who specializes in this service.

    Your fluid exchange should be done every 3,000 miles on a vehicle less than 5 years old, and for any older than this it should be done 4,000 to 5,000 miles. This is normally because newer cars have less wear on the pistons than older ones do. So it is imperative to keep them from getting bad by keeping the fluids changed regularly.

    Your vehicle will be put onto a lift and lifted into the air or pulled over an open floor with grating. This is only so that the workers could gain access to the lower engine compartment from the under side of the vehicle where the drain plug is. This is where all changes will start.

    The rain pan will be put under the plug that is to be removed so that any fluids that drain are not able to get down to the floor or cause a slip hazard. Once the plug is taken out and the fluid is gone, a filter wrench is used to remove the filter from the engine area it sits on. This is pulled off in a counter clockwise motion, and a new filter can be put on. Prior to this happening, a tiny amount of fluid is put directly on the ring inside so there is no chance of a leak forming due to an escape area being present.

    Now is when the rest of your fluid is put back in, so depending on the vehicle it can take somewhere between 4 to 6 quarts to completely fill it. A smaller vehicle with 4 cylinders will need less than a vehicle that has 6 or 8 cylinders to be filled. Once they are full, levels are checked to be certain there are no leaks. Most area shops are generally offering a twenty-four point inspection before you leave.

    The 24 point check will include checking wiper fluid, transmission fluid, an undercarriage lube check as well as air pressure in the tires. The workers will also check for any leaks while your vehicle is being looked at. Any issues that are found will be brought to your attention prior to leaving the area.

    When looking at businesses to take your truck or car to, it is wise to find out what will be included. Some simply perform the exchange, while others offer free tire rotation and many other services for using their company. Getting the most for your money while using a reputable business will offer you the best deal.

    You should call local companies to find out if there are any ASE certified workers at the shops you are interested in using. These mechanics went to school to work on vehicle and have extensive training, so they can give you the most correct information regarding your vehicle. Consult a trusted mechanical friend to get more details about who to use.




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