How Long Does It Take to Get an Oil Change?

Drivers near Mount Pocono, Tobyhanna, and Stroudsburg know how important regular auto maintenance is. However, if you have a busy schedule, you may be crunched for time when it comes to finding time for your routine oil changes. You may be wondering: How long does it take to get an oil change? Oil changes can take between 15 and 45 minutes to complete. 

Below, we'll give you a fuller breakdown of that time and processes involved, below. Any questions? If so, just drop us a line at Ray Price Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, located near Scranton and Stroudsburg, PA!

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Breaking Down the Oil Change

If you're not familiar with the mechanics of cars, oil changes might seem highly complex. In reality, they're quite simple, and we're here to demystify the process for you. When you have a trained technician work on your car, they'll need to do the following:

• Raise Your Car. This makes accessing the oil drain plug easier.
• Remove Plug and Let Oil Drain. This can take up to 15 minutes alone.
• Change Oil Filter. This will keep your new oil in better shape, longer.
• Plug the Tank and Add New Oil. And that's it: Your oil is changed!

Often, your technician will change the oil filter while the old oil is draining to save you time. This and other factors affect the time it takes to change your oil.

Signs You Need an Oil Change

As with most preventative maintenance items, your car will start showing signs that you're due for service. For oil changes, these can include:

• Strange Sights, Sounds, and Smells. If you catch a whiff of oil in the cabin, notice dark exhaust fumes, or hear loud engine knocking, schedule service ASAP.
• Dark and/or Gritty Oil. If you check the oil yourself and notice that it's blackened and gritty, you'll want to schedule an oil change. Clean oil should be amber in color and smooth to the touch.
• "Oil Change" or "Check Engine" Warning Light. When your dashboard warning lights illuminate, it could be a sign that your oil is low. Have it checked out soon!

Generally, you should aim to change your oil once every six months or 6,000 miles-whichever comes first. If you're unsure, check the maintenance schedule in your vehicle owner's manual for more information.

Why Oil Changes Are Essential

Oil changes may not be that complex, but your engine is. This contraption houses all sorts of moving metal parts that need to be well-lubricated to do their job without overheating the engine-that's where engine oil comes in.

Oil is the lifeblood your engine needs to stay at the top of its game for as long as possible. With regular oil changes, you can save on expensive engine repair or replacement down the road, plus feel safer and more secure behind the wheel. Whatever you do, don't neglect your oil changes!

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Get Quick Oil Changes at Our Service Center

If you live near Tobyhanna, Stroudsburg, Scranton, or East Stroudsburg, our dealership in Mount Pocono is ideally located for your next oil change! When you're due for one, schedule service at Ray Price Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.

It doesn't take long to get an oil change with us-and you may find great deals with our current service specials. We look forward to working with you!