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A proper oiling and lubrication is necessary for a smooth running of your car. The complex machinery of a car and the gaps in-between play host to lots of dust that ultimately turns into grime. The choking and failure of engine is also inevitable if engine oil change is not done on a regular basis.

Have you ever thought about the customary 3,000 miles engine oil change? It roughly translates to three months of regular American driving. The 3,000 miles mark for engine oil change has been adopted by most mechanics — and car owners — because a little delay can cost you heavily.

Engines typically run efficiently with a new oil for the first month. After that, the oil starts condensing and mixing with the pollutants. This is the time when the engine can malfunction. After three months or so, the oil resembles more of charcoal of pollutants rather than as a lubricant. Any further delay in engine oil change can thus badly damage your vehicle.

Engine oil change does not require a lot of mechanical processes. It is pretty simple as you can just take your car to a mechanic and the rest will be taken care of. There is, however, one cliche that you should avoid at all times. That is the choice of the oil change facility.

Despite the fact that it looks like a very minor job, engine oil change can create some problems if it is not done properly. Some run-down oil change centers keep expired or low quality lubricants that can practically kill your car in the long run. Only visit those centers that are known for quality service.

Engine oil change is a fairly cheap process. There is only a minor difference in prices across the centers and that too because of the different lubricants. If a mechanic charge you higher than average, don’t pay him the due unless he is able to clarify the costs.