Most of us are sorry to see the warm days of summer ending and the cold months of winter just beginning. But, do you know that those hot months of summer probably played havoc on your vehicle's engine, especially relating to oil changes. Before the colder temperatures of winter are here in full-force, make sure you schedule an oil change to prevent any unexpected engine problems while driving on snowy or icy roads.
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To get your engine ready for the cold of winter after summer's high temperatures, here are a few tips.
• Schedule regular oil changes. When oil is cold, it thickens; when it heats up, it becomes less viscous, or more watery. It may have become too thin in hot weather and lost its cooling efficiency for the motor. The differences are crucial when it comes to protecting your engine against extremes in weather.
• Viscosity. Viscosity is measured using two numbers and a letter. For example, 10W-40; the first number (10) refers to the thickness at cold temperatures (0ºFahrenheit), and the second number refers to the thickness at high temperatures (212º Fahrenheit.) The first number is crucial for the cold months of winter--you want to make sure your engine is protected at startup. The second number is more important once the motor is warmed up and running.
• Types of oil and engine protection. Although synthetics maintain a more consistent viscosity over a wide range of temperatures, they're significantly more expensive and sometimes incompatible with certain older engines. Synthetic blends include a combination of both natural and synthetic and offer the benefits of synthetic without the higher cost. Premium conventional oils are natural, and of a higher quality with increased levels of protection.
Your selection of oil type and viscosity will depend on:
• the climate in which you drive
• compatibility with your vehicle
• your budget
Check your owner's manual or ask your auto mechanic for the type of oil that is best to use in your specific vehicle for cold temperatures.
Need advice about oil changes for winter? Contact our ASE Certified Technicians at an Excel Auto Repair Shop. We will be happy to answer your questions. Check our website at www.excelautoandtire.com for the location closest to you. Our 3 auto shops in the Twin Cities area are conveniently located in
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