Arnold Clark worker Craig has lifted the lid on keeping your engine healthy and running smoothly.
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In a TikTok video titled “No dancing from Craig but he’s not wrong”, the car expert can be seen at a repairs garage.
The footage then reads: “I don’t know who needs to hear this but… you need to check your oil.”
It may seem like a daunting process, but maintaining adequate oil levels can be relatively painless if you know what you’re doing.
As a general rule, you should change your engine oil every 3,000-5,000 miles or approximately every six months.
Over time, oil begins to break down and can become contaminated with dust and dirt.
If you’re engine isn’t properly lubricated, it can cause your car to overheat and break down.
Routinely changing your oil can help to keep your vehicle on the road and avoid costly repairs to your engine.
Maintaining your engine oil properly can also reduce fuel consumption and the longevity of your vehicle.
It comes as drivers have been left blown away over a clever hack to change your car’s oil without a funnel.
In a video shared to TikTok, the “life hack you didn’t know you needed” is said to make the task a lot easier and cause less mess.
How often should I change my car’s oil?
As a general rule, you should change your engine oil every 3,000-5,000 miles or approximately every six months.
Depending on your car’s age, oil type and driving conditions, you may be able to change the oil every 7,500-10,000 miles.
You can check your owner’s manual to find out exactly how often the manufacturer recommends to change your oil.
Over time, oil begins to break down and can become contaminated with dust and dirt.
If you’re engine isn’t properly lubricated, it can cause your car to overheat and break down.
Routinely changing your oil can help to keep your vehicle on the road and avoid costly repairs to your engine.
Maintaining your engine oil properly can also reduce fuel consumption and the longevity of your vehicle.