How Often to Change Synthetic Oil

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Unsure of how often to change synthetic oil in your car? Typically, synthetic oil lasts between 7,500 and 15,000 miles, but the actual time frame depends on the specific vehicle and the type of oil used. Jim Hudson Ford recommends that you check your owner’s manual for more specifics, and our team also reminds you that you can schedule service with us when it’s time for a synthetic oil change near Columbia!

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Synthetic vs. Conventional Oil: Which Should You Use?

When it comes to deciding between synthetic and conventional oil, it's a best practice to always follow the manufacturer’s advice. You can find oil specifications in your owner’s manual, and you can also connect with the Jim Hudson Ford Service Department near Irmo to consult our experts. The same holds true when deciding between premium and regular gasoline.

Benefits of Synthetic Oil

Some Chapin customers completely avoid synthetic oil simply because it often costs more than conventional oil. However, there are certainly advantages to using synthetic oil, such as:

Oil change intervals up to 15,000 miles between service
Better functionality at higher temperatures, allowing it to last longer
Enhanced performance, especially for high-performance or off-roading vehicles, because it stays cleaner longer

Can You Mix Synthetic and Conventional Oil?

We don’t recommend mixing synthetic and conventional oil. When you do so, you’re diluting the performance advantages of synthetic oil. If your Ford calls for synthetic oil, it’s better to use that.

How Much Does a Synthetic Oil Change Cost?

Similar to oil change frequency, the cost of a synthetic oil change near Columbia depends on your specific vehicle and the type of oil used. We recommend getting in touch with our Service Department for the most up-to-date pricing information, and we also offer service specials to help you save.

Schedule Your Next Oil Change with Jim Hudson Ford

If you’re unsure if your Ford vehicle is due for an oil change, or you simply need advice on what type of oil to use, don’t hesitate to connect with Jim Hudson Ford. Our expert service team is happy to check and see what your oil change interval is and recommend synthetic or conventional oil. We can also assist as you navigate other maintenance tasks, such as how often to rotate your tires, or how to unlock your steering wheel.

Although every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained on this site, absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed. This site, and all information and materials appearing on it, are presented to the user "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. All vehicles are subject to prior sale. Price does not include applicable tax, title, and license charges. ‡Vehicles shown at different locations are not currently in our inventory (Not in Stock) but can be made available to you at our location within a reasonable date from the time of your request, not to exceed one week.

Although every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained on this site, absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed. This site, and all information and materials appearing on it, are presented to the user "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. All vehicles are subject to prior sale. Price does not include applicable tax, title, and license fees. ‡Vehicles shown at different locations are not currently in our inventory (Not in Stock) but can be made available to you at our location within a reasonable date from the time of your request, not to exceed one week.

Synthetic vs. Conventional Oil: Which Should You Use?

Benefits of Synthetic Oil

Can You Mix Synthetic and Conventional Oil?

How Much Does a Synthetic Oil Change Cost?

Schedule Your Next Oil Change with Jim Hudson Ford