Oils, Filters & Fluids
Critical parts of your engine are lubricated, cleaned and cooled by your car's oil and filter. Other specifically formulated fluids are used for the operation and protection of systems and components such as brakes, cooling, power steering, automatic and manual transmissions and transfer cases. Your car my be also equipped with a variety of filters including those for the transmission, fuel system and interior ventilation
Periodic oil and filter changes help keep your engine clean on the inside. Dust, metallic shavings, condensation en even antifreeze can contaminate motor oil. Additives, which break down over time, are also subject to contamination. Other fluids also require periodic replacement. For example, the majority of automatic transmission failures are heat related, and automatic transmission fluids breaks down rapidly when subjected to high temperatures. Your car owner's manual may specify periodic flushing and filling of the brake hydraulic system because contaminated brake fluid may lead to erosion and other problems in the hydraulic system, especially on vehicles with antilock brakes (ABS)
TYPICAL SERVICE
Change Oil and Filter every 3,000 miles or three months.
Many car manufacturers recommend extended oil drain intervals for some drivers.
If you regularly make short trips in your car, drive in stop-and-go traffic, idle for extended periods, drive in a dusty or dirty air condition, tow a trailer or live in a cold weather region, stay with the 3,000miles/3 months schedule.
For Automatic Transmissions, Brakes, Power Steering and axles, vehicle specific fluids should be used.
Coolant should be changed every two years or 24,000 miles on cars with ethylene glycol antifreeze. Extended life coolants require less frequent changes
