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Should I Get an Oil Change Before Back-to-School Season?

Back-to-school preparation isn't only about school supplies and schedules. If your vehicle is about to return to regular school runs, commuting and daily driving, August is also an excellent time to catch up on routine vehicle maintenance.

One of the simplest places to start is an oil change.

Why Are Regular Oil Changes Important?

Engine oil lubricates moving engine components while helping manage heat, friction and contaminants.

Over time, oil deteriorates and becomes less effective. Following the correct oil change interval helps protect your engine and can contribute to better long-term vehicle reliability.

Your recommended oil change schedule depends on your vehicle, engine, oil type and driving conditions, so the manufacturer's maintenance schedule should always be your starting point.

Does City Driving Affect Oil Changes?

It can.

Frequent short trips, stop-and-go traffic and repeated cold starts can fall under severe driving conditions for some manufacturers.

That can be particularly relevant for vehicles being used for short school runs around Victoria.

If your morning routine consists of driving a few kilometres to school, stopping, returning home and repeating the process later in the day, your vehicle may benefit from closer attention to its maintenance schedule.

What Else Should Be Checked During an Oil Change?

Back-to-school season is also an opportunity to look at the overall condition of your vehicle.

Depending on your vehicle, this may include checking:

• Fluid levels
• Tires and tire pressure
• Brakes
• Battery condition
• Belts and hoses
• Lights
• Wiper blades
• Filters

Finding a developing problem now may help prevent a much more inconvenient problem during a busy September morning.

Where Can I Get an Oil Change in Victoria, BC?

Big O Tires Victoria provides professional oil changes and automotive maintenance in Victoria at our mechanical facility at 880 Pandora Ave.

Whether your vehicle is used for school drop-offs, commuting, work or weekend travel, routine maintenance can help keep it ready for the kilometres ahead.

Book your back-to-school oil change today.

Big O Tires Victoria
880 Pandora Ave – Mechanical Facility
250-384-7477
www.bigotiresvictoria.com