When to Get a Kia Oil Change
Keeping the oil in your vehicle’s engine fresh is a great way to ensure that engine runs a full life, especially in the Rogers and Otsego area. The oil change interval is something that has changed somewhat as automotive technology has improved, with better tolerances and manufacturing, not to mention better materials science. Your vehicle’s Kia oil change recommendation will be in the owner’s manual, but we will cover more general oil change frequency questions and tips below. If have any questions, feel free to contact us!
Recommended Oil Change Interval
With older vehicles, the rule of thumb was 3,000 miles. These days, newer vehicles can go between 7,500 to 10,000 miles in safety, before an oil change is needed. St. Michael drivers often ask us questions such as:
- How often to change oil?
- How long does an oil change take?
- What is the Kia oil change price?
- What type of oil does my car need?
The answers for your vehicle will be in your owner’s manual, but we will cover the basics below.
Kia Oil Change Frequency RecommendationsÂ
5,000 to 7,500 miles is a good guideline for oil change frequency. That said, there are many edge cases that require more frequent oil changes. The more heavily stressed an engine is in your everyday driving, the sooner it should have its oil changed. Here are a few cases that can induce the need for more regular oil change services:
- Off-roading
- Commercial use
- Racing
- Heavy towing
How Long Does an Oil Change Take?
A standard oil change takes roughly an hour, from arriving at the service center to leaving. Our oil changes include changing the oil filter as well, as a complete job.
Oil Change Recommendations
- Regardless of mileage, oil breaks down over time. Have the oil changed twice a year even when the vehicle is stationary.
- If doing oil changes yourself, change the filter along with the oil.
- To find out what type of oil, how much oil, and how to change the oil in your vehicle, check your owner’s manual.
Schedule Kia Oil Change Service at Cornerstone Kia
For more service tips, visit our showroom, and for some of the best service near St. Michael, schedule service with us!
