How Often Must You Change Your Oil Filter?

Must You Change Your Oil Filter During Every Oil Change?

How Often Should You Change Your Oil Filter?

Having the oil changed in your engine is one of the most important maintenance tasks you can perform to keep your engine running its best. If you’ve been keeping up on changing your oil, you may have had your mechanic recommend you change the oil filter with each oil change, but do you need to do that? The age of your vehicle and driving habits can significantly affect how often your oil filter needs to be changed. You should talk with the certified technicians at your favorite repair shop to get their advice on changing the oil filter to match your vehicle’s needs, driving habits, and conditions. The type of oil you use can affect the life of your oil filter, too, so let the team at Dynamic Automotive in Frederick, MD, help you with a solid maintenance and oil change schedule that will keep your oil filter in top shape as well.

Signs Your Oil Filter Needs to Be Changed

If you notice any of the following problems, you should bring your vehicle to a certified repair shop to have your oil filter inspected and replaced. Oil can’t get through to your engine if your oil filter is plugged in. Motor oil doesn’t only lubricate your engine. It cools it, too, so an overheating engine can be a sign of needing a new oil filter. Decreased performance and acceleration can be a sign of a bad oil filter for similar reasons that overheating can be a sign. Dark exhaust is another sign of a clogged oil filter that should be replaced, as is reduced oil pressure. Should you notice any of these signs, it’s time to get to your local auto repair shop for an oil change and inspection.

What Can We Do for You?

The team of certified technicians at the Frederick, MD, location of Dynamic Automotive is here to help you keep your vehicle in top running shape. Call them today to make an appointment for your next oil change, or stop by the shop to speak with the team in person about your oil change schedule and discuss whether your oil filter needs to be replaced.