Life gets busy, and that means that tasks get pushed back or even forgotten entirely. Sammy’s Auto understands how that goes. But when that task is your car’s oil change, you might find yourself in a bit of trouble if you’re still putting that service off.
Your Gas Mileage Isn’t So Good
You might not have realized it, but your car’s gas mileage is definitely affected by how old and dirty your engine oil is. Lots of car owners don’t meticulously track their gas mileage, so it helps to start paying attention to how often you’re hitting the gas pumps. At the gas station a lot? You might have an issue, especially if you’ve skipped your oil changes.
You’re Seeing Exhaust Smoke
Most of the time you’re not going to see exhaust smoke unless something is wrong or it’s really cold outside. Black, gray, or white exhaust means that your car’s engine and exhaust system are having to work overtime. This is a sign that you need to investigate things a little further or ideally, bring your car in for service.
Your Car’s Oil Light Is On
Many cars have an oil light or an oil pressure gauge at the very least. If you’re seeing an oil light or your oil pressure is dropping, that’s a problem. It means that you either don’t have enough oil in the engine for it to do what it needs to do or you have another problem. An oil like could be one issue, or you might just have oil that is too broken down and dirty to circulate and to make a difference.
Or the Check Engine Light Is On
The worst news is probably when your check engine light pops on and doesn’t turn back off. Your car usually finds other ways to let you know that it needs an oil change, but if you haven’t responded to those cues you may find yourself dealing with a much bigger issue. It’s never a good idea to avoid the check engine light because this is a sign that you really need the situation investigated.
Is your car a little overdue for an oil change? Don’t fret about it. Give us a call at Sammy’s Auto in Seffner, FL. We can get that old, dirty oil out of your car’s engine and get fresh oil circulating in no time at all. We can also help you to remember when it’s time for your next oil change.
