The oil in your engine is a crucial element of your car. If it’s keeping the lubricating sections of the engine or keeping it cool, the engine oil is the lifeline for your vehicle. The engine oil aids the engine in a number of ways. It helps protect the engine by keeping it clean from debris, which protects the engine’s operation. Oil lowers wear and friction, which can also improve the performance of the fuel. Lastly, it reduces the heat inside the engine and redistributes it to other parts of the engine. If you are concerned about the health of your engine oil, contact our service professionals for an inspection.
Consistently checking the engine oil level can help the driver ensure oil health and maintain proper oil levels. To start testing, it’s a best practice to check the oil when the engine has cooled down to avoid touching hot engine parts. Many dipsticks have guidelines to display if the oil levels are too low and need to be topped off. Also when using the dipstick, you can check the engine oil color. If the oil is smooth and a lighter color, it shouldn’t be changed. However, if the oil is darker and looks sludgier, then it should be replaced.
If your dipstick constantly displays low oil levels then it’s possible that you may have a leak. There are numerous ways to test for oil leakage, which is essential because a leak could cause damage to the car’s engine. If there are dark puddles under your car, this is possibly a result of the oil pan leaking oil. A smell of burning oil or smoke from the engine may also be an important indicator of an engine oil leak. Also, the engine overheating could possibly be a product of an oil leak.
Learning when to change your car’s oil is crucial to prevent harm to the engine in your vehicle. While some may recommend a short oil change interval from 3,000-5,000 miles, it is recommended to have your oil changed every 5,000 to 7,000 miles or six months, whichever one happens first. If you are uncertain about when to have an oil change you should contact our service department for more accurate information about your vehicle.
Schedule your next Houston area oil change at Advantage BMW of Clear Lake. Our factory-trained technicians are standing by to serve you. We service all types and brands of vehicles. Call now or schedule your next oil change appointment online. We look forward to serving you.
service department starting to go bad and negative. Feel like their ignoring customers and disrespectful
Took several days to repair an ac problem. No clear explanation about why it was out in a 3 year old vehicle. I was provided with a loaner which was nice. Outside had been washed but inside wasn’t very clean on pickup.
I would like to Express my gratitude for excellent service provided by my service advisor Joe Zuniga (JZ). Joe went above and beyond in helping me to understand the issues with my vehicle and guiding me to make the appropriate repairs needed. He was patient, professional, and communicated multiple times with myself and the mechanics during a time when they were extremely busy.
Thank you again for the professionalism, integrity, and outstanding customer service. I will definitely recommend the Clear Lake BMW location to my friends and family in the future, and tell them to ask for Joe (JZ).
Sincerely,
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I would like to Express my gratitude for excellent service provided by my service advisor Joe Zuniga (JZ). Joe went above and beyond in helping me to understand the issues with my vehicle and guiding me to make the appropriate repairs needed. He was patient, professional, and communicated multiple times with myself and the mechanics during a time when they were extremely busy.
Thank you again for the professionalism, integrity, and outstanding customer service. I will definitely recommend the Clear Lake BMW location to my friends and family in the future, and tell them to ask for Joe (JZ).
Sincerely,
David Stobart
The dealership is very professional and accommodating, my vehicle had to stay for a few days and they provided a loaner vehicle until mine was ready.
Anh Dang was awesome he keep me updated with my car and helped with everything that I needed.
