From the time drivers first get their licenses, they start hearing all sorts of different advice about how often to get an oil change. For years, the recommendation was to get an oil and filter change every 3,000 miles, but that advice may not line up with the recommendations for Genesis oil change appointments.
In fact, for people who don’t drive their vehicles much, it’s much more likely they’ll be due for an oil change long before they hit the mileage recommendation.
Why is it so important to get regular oil changes, even if the driver isn’t using the vehicle very much? Let’s explore that question to help drivers keep their vehicles running strong for as long as possible.
How Often Do Genesis Models Need Oil Changes?
Depending on how you drive your vehicle, most Genesis models suggest getting an oil change once every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. Furthermore, we suggest having the oil changed once every six months, even if you don’t come close to driving 5,000 miles in that time frame.
Why Every Six Months?
Humidity, or moisture in the air, is a vehicle’s worst enemy, especially when it comes to oil quality and levels. Over time, water from that humidity can work its way into the oil, watering it down and impacting the quality of the oil. Fluctuations in temperature, high-humidity times of the year, or even a big rainstorm can impact the amount of moisture that gets into your oil.
The result is a degradation of the oil, which affects its effectiveness in the engine. When this happens, the engine is forced to work harder, the parts are vulnerable to friction, and the potential for overheating is substantial.
Changing Your Oil at Genesis Wilkes-Barre
If it’s been over six months (or over 5,000 miles) since your last oil change, contact our service department to set up an oil change appointment. That way, we can help you keep your Genesis G70, Genesis G80, or Genesis G90 running the way it was intended to run for the duration of your ownership experience.
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