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Understanding When to Change Your Car's Engine Oil

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Engine oil

In this video tutorial, you can see when it is necessary to replace your car's engine oil. Firstly, in older vehicles without a trip computer, you can determine when to change the engine oil by checking the mileage covered over the year; it should be replaced every 6,200 miles for engines older than 10 years. For more recent engines, the engine oil should be changed every 15,500 to 18,600 miles for diesel engines and every 9,300 miles for petrol engines. Additionally, it is advisable to change the oil every year, especially for those who use their car infrequently and cover few miles, to prevent harmful residue build-up.

Updated on 13 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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