How Long Does an Oil Change Take?

If your Camden vehicle is in need of an oil change, you’re probably asking yourself, “How long does an oil change take?” After all, you’ll be wanting to get back on the road as soon as possible! The good news is, an oil change at Southern Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram doesn’t take long at all. Most are done in less than an hour, so you could even schedule it during your lunch break if you wanted. Otherwise, a quick hour on the weekend or after work and you’ll be good to go. You can also perform an oil change yourself – we’ve got all the details below. If your car is ready for oil service, go ahead and schedule a service appointment online to get it taken care of quickly and efficiently!

How Long Should an Oil Change Take If I Do It Myself?

You can perform oil changes on your own, but the time can vary as opposed to when you take your vehicle to a professional. It’s best to budget at least an hour, but be aware that the oil change could take longer. 

In terms of materials, if you’re changing your car’s oil yourself, you’ll need:

• New oil
• A new oil filter
• A new oil filter gasket
• A rubber mallet
• Correctly sized wrenches
• A jack
• Wheel blocks

Changing your own oil might be more cost-effective, but it can also be a headache if you haven’t done it before. If you’re a novice or you just want to save the hassle, it’s best to take your car down to Southern Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and let our service professionals help you out.

Other Oil Change Information

Here are a few last minute things to keep in mind regarding oil changes:

• A few years ago, you might have needed to change your oil every 3,000 miles or so, but these days, a new vehicle can go between 5,000 and 7,000 miles before it needs oil service, with some heavy-duty vehicles lasting as long as 10,000 miles. Your owner’s manual should have everything you need to know about your vehicle’s oil change interval. For more information, see our page on how often you should change your oil.
• If you’re looking for discounts on oil changes and other services, check out our service specials page!
• Before changing your oil, you’ll need to know if your vehicle requires conventional or synthetic oil. Check your owner’s manual for this information – synthetic oil is a bit pricier, but both types take the same amount of service time.

Visit Southern Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram for Rapid Oil Service

If it’s time to bring your car in for an oil change, come by our Southern Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram dealership for fast, reliable service. Contact our office online or by phone if you have any questions or stop by the dealership to set up an appointment in person!