Comprehensive Guide to Oil Service in Troy, AL

Regular maintenance is critical for keeping your vehicle running safely and efficiently, and an oil change is the most essential service because it involves your engine. Oil lubricates your engine's many components, lowering the risk of unexpected and costly breakdowns. 

Our Stivers of Troy dealership team believes every journey starts with the perfect vehicle. Our service team is committed to helping keep your car, truck, or SUV in perfect condition for as long as possible. We put your needs first with an uncompromising commitment to safety and first-class service.

Benefits of Timely Oil Changes for Your Vehicle

Getting regular oil changes at our service center in Troy, Alabama, helps ensure your vehicle performs at its best. Here are some specific benefits you can expect by following your manufacturer's recommended intervals:

• Healthy engines: Regular oil changes reduce heat and friction in engine components. This helps prevent premature, unnecessary wear and tear on critical parts.
• Consistent gas mileage: Regular oil changes ensure proper engine lubrication, preventing excessive engine strain, which improves fuel efficiency and reduces gas expenses.
• Prevention of unnecessary repairs: Regular oil changes help prevent contaminants and metal particles that can cause costly repairs and engine failure.

Oil Change Frequency Recommendations

How frequently you change your car's oil varies depending on your vehicle's make and model and your driving habits and conditions. As a general guideline, our trained technicians will adhere to the factory recommendations for Ford vehicles and provide model-specific maintenance tailored to your needs.

Those recommendations typically suggest intervals of 7,500 to 10,000 miles when using synthetic oil and around 5,000 miles when using conventional blends. The traditional guideline of changing oil every 3,500 miles or three months no longer applies due to technological advancements.

Many experts consider synthetic oil the best option for modern vehicles because it performs consistently. Depending on your model and engine specifications, Ford typically recommends using 5W-20 or 5W-30. Consult your owner's manual for the best choice.

High-mileage drivers and those living in extreme temperatures should change their oil more frequently to accommodate these conditions.

The Oil Change Process: What To Expect

When you arrive for your oil change appointment, our friendly customer service team will promptly check you in and direct you to our customer lounge, where you can make yourself comfortable. A typical oil change should only take about 45 minutes, depending on how busy our department is.

Behind the scenes, our technicians will start by pulling a plug to drain out the old oil, which will be disposed of carefully according to state and federal regulations. They'll also loosen the housing and remove and change the oil filter if needed.

After reinserting the plug, they'll fill the pan with new oil, check the levels, and run the car to circulate the oil throughout the engine and check for leaks. Once done, they'll provide details about what they did and any recommendations for additional maintenance.

Additional Checks During an Oil Change

During the oil change, we'll also perform a multipoint inspection of other systems in your car. We'll check the coolant, windshield wiper, brake, and other fluid reservoirs to ensure they're all filled and check tire pressure, adding air where needed. Our team will also inspect your engine and cabin air filters, which can quickly get dirty and ineffective.

We may recommend other services during your oil change, including:

• Tire rotations: If we see bald spots or signs of uneven wear and tear, we may suggest it's time to rotate your tires. Regular tire rotation can help avoid unexpected roadside issues.
• Brake inspections: Brakes can wear away gradually. We'll check that your stopping power remains within proper specifications for your family's safety.
• Timing belt replacement: The decline of the timing belt can also sneak up on you, and if it does, you risk significant engine damage. We'll look for signs that it needs changing.
• Battery replacement: Your battery's power can gradually decrease without you knowing it. We'll test your battery and let you know if it needs replacement.

Making an Appointment for Your Next Oil Service

At our Stivers of Troy dealership, scheduling an oil change is simple. Just visit the service department page on our website to select a time that works best for you. You can also call us at 334-566-8904 or stop by if you're in the area.

One of the advantages of building a relationship with our service center is that we can keep track of your maintenance schedule and send notifications when your next oil change service is almost due.

Our Stivers Ford of Montgomery sister dealership offers mobile auto service to make it even more convenient. They'll come to your location for oil changes, brake service, fluid replacements, tire rotation, battery testing and replacement, and more. Use our scheduler or call us at 888-852-5646 to set up a visit.

Get Premier Ford Vehicle Oil Service in Troy, Alabama

Ignoring that check engine light can result in costly repairs. As soon as it comes on, contact our service center. Our full-service dealership offers all the new Ford truck, SUV, and sedan models. We also sell certified preowned Ford models and used vehicles from other makes and models. Contact us today.