Synthetic vs. Conventional Oil
When you’re driving around Auburn, Worcester, and Southbridge, MA, you want style, comfort, and technology on your side. That’s why you buy your cars at our Ford dealership. Ford models can perform like new for years to come with regular routine maintenance, like oil changes.
However, did you know that the type of oil you have in your Ford makes a difference? When you’re debating between synthetic vs. conventional oil, our team at Ira Ford Auburn can help you weigh the benefits of each option. Read on to learn more.
Why Oil Is Important
We’re sure you’ve heard this before: oil is the lifeblood of your car. Just like our blood helps keep our hearts pumping, the engine oil helps your car continue to perform. It’s essential to your engine’s performance.
So, it’s clear that oil plays a big role in your drives, which is why regular oil changes are important to keep your Ford running like new. To know when an oil change is needed, you can keep track of your vehicle’s service intervals, oil level, and dashboard warning light.
Checking the oil level and color is easy, with these steps:
- Make sure your vehicle is on level ground, with the engine off.
- Pop the hood and locate the dipstick.
- Remove and wipe off the dipstick.
- Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and then withdraw it.
- Note how far up the oil goes on the dipstick.
Most dipsticks have two lines that tell you the level. The upper line tells you it’s full, while the lower line tells you it’s low.
How Often Should Oil Changes Occur?
When you’re driving from Point A to Point B and back again, the engine is working hard to get you where you need to go. Over time, though, the engine collects dirt, dust, and debris. That’s where motor oil comes in.
Oil collects the debris to keep your engine clean. With conventional oil, this means that the oil starts to get dirty and turns to sludge. When that happens, there will be more wear and tear on your engine, as the thin layer of oil is no longer doing its job.
On the other hand, synthetic oil better resists the formation of sludge, so it may do the job longer. While both conventional oil and synthetic oil will need to be changed regularly, you’ll see a slightly longer life cycle for synthetic oil.
How Oil Reacts to the Weather
Did you know that the temperature and the weather can affect how your vehicle’s engine performs? Well, extreme weather can change the way the oil flows. For conventional oil, this manifests by taking longer to flow at low temperatures. When it’s very hot outside, on the other hand, conventional oil may begin to evaporate.
Synthetic oil is designed to flow quickly and resist both low and high temperatures. Even on a moderate-temperature day, synthetic oil is likely to flow faster than conventional oil.
Schedule an Oil Change
If you’re ready for an oil change, schedule an appointment at our Ford dealership near Auburn, Worcester, and Southbridge, Massachusetts. At Ira Ford Auburn, we’re dedicated to helping you keep your Ford running like new. Contact us with any questions you have about synthetic vs. conventional oil.
