Oil Changes

Your car is one of your most important possessions, and you don’t want to take any risks when it comes to keeping it running smoothly and safely for many years to come. Oil changes are an essential part of vehicle maintenance but are often neglected by busy vehicle owners who may not be sure of the right frequency or know just how important this service is.

Motor oil cleans, cools, and protects the engine of your car, and should be scheduled regularly for optimal vehicle performance. Clay’s Auto Repair provides fast oil changes at a fair price.

Oil Changes

Your car is one of your most important possessions, and you don’t want to take any risks when it comes to keeping it running smoothly and safely for many years to come. Oil changes are an essential part of vehicle maintenance but are often neglected by busy vehicle owners who may not be sure of the right frequency or know just how important this service is.

Motor oil cleans, cools, and protects the engine of your car, and should be scheduled regularly for optimal vehicle performance. Clay’s Auto Repair provides fast oil changes at a fair price.

Why Do I Need an Oil Change?

Engines have a lot of fast-moving parts, which create friction and heat whenever your car is running. Motor oil lubricates these individual components, keeping everything running smoothly, absorbing heat, and cooling the engine. It’s an essential part of your vehicle’s engine system that prevents extensive wear and tear and extends the lifespan of your car.

However, motor oil doesn’t stay good forever, and over time will stop performing as effectively. If not replaced, it will turn into damaging sludge, and the buildup can cause your engine to overheat. Ignoring or delaying changing the oil in your vehicle can void your warranty and will likely cause an issue that requires a lot more time and expense in the future, or possibly complete engine failure.

Oil Types Available

At Clay’s Auto Repair, we provide a wide variety of oil types, brands, weights, and viscosity levels. Synthetic blend, full synthetic, high viscosity, conventional, high mileage . . . the labels can be confusing, but our mechanics can talk you through your options and help you identify what high-quality motor oil would be best for your vehicle.

Oil Change Frequently
Asked Questions

The most obvious sign that your car needs an oil change is if the “change oil” or “check engine” lights light up on your dashboard. Newer vehicles are equipped with oil-life monitoring systems that can serve as helpful reminders. It’s important to remember that even if your car isn’t breaking down, dirty oil could still be damaging internal engine components, so it’s a good idea to stop by an auto shop if you’re not sure when you last had your oil changed.

Each car is different, so it’s best to follow the manufacturer’s instructions, which will usually take into account driving habits, conditions, and temperatures. A general rule of thumb is to change the oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. If you’d like more help, an auto technician can advise you on an appropriate schedule after your next oil change.

Your auto mechanic will drain the dirty, used oil out of the engine of your car before replacing it with up to five quarts of new, high-quality motor oil and lubricating key components under the hood. They’ll also replace the oil filter, perform a surface-level maintenance check for any vehicle issues that need to be addressed, and reset the “replace oil” light in your car.

In between oil changes, you can keep an eye on your car’s engine health by checking oil levels each month using the dipstick. If the oil level is low, you can top off as necessary. Pay attention as well to the color of your vehicle’s oil—it should be a clear, dark brown color. If it’s milky or opaque, it’s a good idea to take your car in for service right away.

Southern Utah
Auto Services

Clay’s Auto Repair is a family-owned auto service shop serving St. George, Hurricane, and the surrounding area. We put our customers first and care about providing you with the services you want and need, not pressuring you to add upgrades or upselling you on other services. When you work with Clay’s Auto Repair, you can feel confident in the quality of your car’s maintenance and repair work while receiving fast and honest service. For more information, stop by our shop or contact us today!