Category: JSN Auto Repair Knowledge Center

The best synthetic oil for your car starts with the specifications set by your vehicle manufacturer. Your engine is designed to use oil with a specific viscosity and performance standard, and using the correct one helps protect your engine and maintain performance. Mileage, engine condition and how you drive can also help determine which synthetic oil option is best for your vehicle. What the Numbers on Motor Oil Mean Numbers such as 0W-20 or 5W-30 describe the oil’s viscosity, or how easily it flows at different temperatures. Your vehicle manufacturer specifies the viscosity your engine was designed to use. Choosing […]

Florida heat can put additional stress on your engine, but high temperatures alone don’t determine when you need an oil change. Your vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations, driving habits, mileage and overall driving conditions should all be considered. For Florida drivers, the combination of high temperatures, stop-and-go traffic, frequent short trips and extended idling can create more demanding operating conditions for your engine and motor oil. How Florida Heat Affects Your Engine’s Oil Motor oil helps lubricate moving engine components, reduce friction and manage heat. When your engine regularly operates in high temperatures, your oil plays an important role in protecting those […]

Most modern vehicles don’t need an oil change every 3,000 miles. The right interval depends on your vehicle, the oil it requires, manufacturer recommendations and how you drive. Your owner’s manual and oil-life monitoring system are the best places to start, but driving conditions can also affect when your vehicle needs service. What Determines How Often You Need an Oil Change? Oil change intervals vary by vehicle. Important factors include: Two vehicles with the same mileage may need oil changes at different times depending on how they’re used. EXPERT QUOTE: How often you should change your oil depends on how […]