Feb 20, 2024
Engine oil

Scheduling regular Mazda oil change appointments can help improve your vehicle’s efficiency in the long run. It not only keeps your engine running smoothly, but it gives your car better performance long after you change the oil. Learn how a Mazda oil change can improve your car’s efficiency at John Lee Mazda.

What Does Oil Do?

Motor oil’s role in your vehicle is to lubricate the moving components of your engine. As oil ages, it degrades, thickening and becoming less effective at its job. This is why we recommend scheduling oil changes every 5,000-7,500 miles, depending on your model, oil type, and driving habits.

Engine Oil and Efficiency

When the oil thickens, the engine has to work harder to run, thus reducing its efficiency and performance. One of the effects of skipping an oil change is lower fuel economy, so if you’re noticing that you need more trips to the gas station then it may be time for an oil change.

Clean oil is better for lubricating your engine, which helps keep all the parts running without unnecessary friction. Changing the oil with a fresh supply helps keep your engine running properly thanks to adequate lubrication.

Better Heat Transfer

Another key part of motor oil is regulating the temperature inside your engine, as the oil helps to cool down your engine when in motion. It can only do this effectively when the oil is clean and well-maintained; any build-ups or debris run the risk of improper heat maintenance. By regularly changing your car’s oil, you can better protect your engine in both warmer and cooler temperatures.

Schedule a MAZDA Oil Change in Panama City, FL

If it’s been a while since your last Mazda oil change, our dealership is here to help you. Contact John Lee Mazda today to schedule an oil change and book other essential maintenance tasks.