A healthy motor keeps your vehicle running smoothly so it can take you where you need to go. Unfortunately, without regular oil changes, your motor can overheat and clog up with dirt and other debris. This isn’t conducive to a smooth ride and may result in engine failure. If you’re unsure how often you should schedule an Infiniti oil change, keep reading to find out. 
How Long Has It Been Since Your Last Infiniti Oil Change?
If you can’t remember the last time you brought your Infiniti in for an oil change, it’s probably time. As a good rule of thumb, oil changes should be scheduled every 5,000 miles or three months. However, if you choose synthetic motor oil, you only need to come in for an oil change every 10,000 to 12,500 miles depending on driving conditions.
There are several benefits of synthetic motor oil:
Better Heat Resistance
Some people opt for synthetic motor oil for no other reason than it buys them much more time between oil changes. However, this is only possible because of the unique properties of synthetic oil. One of the most compelling benefits of synthetic motor oil is it provides better heat resistance than petroleum-based motor oil. This isn’t just important on very hot days. It is also important when you’re driving long distances.
Synthetic oil provides better heat resistance than conventional oil because it maintains its consistency very well regardless of the ambient temperature. This feature of synthetic oil is also very important every time you start your car. Conventional oil is too thick when it’s “cold” to flow freely and protect the moving parts of your motor. On the other hand, you can enjoy protection with synthetic oil regardless of how cold it is outside and how long you’ve been driving.
Better Wear and Tear Protection
Conventional oil doesn’t protect your motor from wear and tear until your motor warms up to optimal operating temperature. When you drive for fewer than 11 miles when it’s freezing outside, or you drive for fewer than six miles when it’s warm outside, your motor oil isn’t circulating appropriately. In such cases, there isn’t adequate lubrication for the moving parts that make your car run. This causes extra wear and tear.
Cleaner Engine
Synthetic oil keeps your motor much cleaner than conventional oil. Over time, deposits accumulate in your motor. These deposits are picked up by your motor oil and circulate throughout the motor. As time continues to pass, these deposits turn into sludge, damaging your motor significantly in the long run. In the short run, your fuel efficiency drops significantly.
Synthetic oil does a much better job at keeping your engine clean because it is much more resistant to the accumulation of deposits and subsequent sludge formation.
If it’s been at least 5,000 since your last oil change, it’s probably time for another one. Contact us today at Bommarito INFINITI to schedule an oil change.
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