How to Tell if Your Vehicle Requires a Synthetic Oil Change

1. First, look at how many miles you've driven with the same oil. Check your owner's manual or go to a professional mechanic so they can tell you how many miles you can drive before a replacement.
2. You should also think about time, because it can render the synthetic oil useless. If it's been over a year since the last time you did a replacement, it's time that you get another one.
3. If you notice that the synthetic oil in your engine has changed color and texture to be darker and coarser, change it, since this means that it's dirty, which can damage your engine further.
4. For your engine to get the protection and lubrication it requires from the synthetic oil, it needs to be at the right level. Perform a dipstick test to guarantee that it is. If it isn't, top the oil off and check for any leaks.
5. If the 'Check Engine' sign is lit on your dashboard, then your vehicle is telling you that it needs new oil and you should give it to it.
6. Lastly, notice the engine's behavior. If it has become jumpy and noisy, it may be due a synthetic oil change. If this doesn't fix the issues, take the vehicle to a mechanic promptly.

Call Les Berkenpas at (616) 723-1835, or visit AMSOIL's online shop to place an order for AMSOIL's Signature Series 0W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil, the top performing synthetic oil in Byron Center.