Oil Change
- Tandem Tire offers many different types of oil changes for the various different types of vehicles. Please see your owner’s manual for the recommended schedule which normally is between 3-5,000 miles. This can help prevent premature engine wear and keep your oil free of any metal fragments.
- Your vehicle’s engine depends on clean oil and filter to keep it running smoothly.
- When you have an oil change done at Tandem Tire we also check the fluids and lube any available parts as recommended by your vehicle’s manufacturer.
- When to change your oil:
- Using the manufacturer’s recommendation.
- If the check oil light is illuminated.
- Check if the check engine light is on.
- If your oil is grimy which could be from rough use or when used on dirty or dusty roads.
- If you notice pinging, knocking or various other odd sounds are coming from your engine.
- Typical oil change includes:
- Draining and replacing the oil.
- Replacing the oil filter.
- Inspecting the air filter.
- Checking and topping off fluids.
- Lubricating all available grease fittings.
- Checking belts and hoses for visible wear.
- Inspecting tire air pressure and adjusting as necessary.
- General examination of the undercarriage for visible signs of trouble.
