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Diesel Oil Change Service with Colonial South Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

One of the most important services you need to get taken care of as a vehicle owner is your oil changes. At Colonial South CDJR, we offer diesel engine oil change services in Dartmouth. We service Dartmouth and surrounding communities. If you're in New Bedford, you can get to our location in only seven minutes if you take North Street. We're also a convenient spot for service if you're in Westport, Fall River, or Fairhaven. As a factory-certified facility, we're a great place for having your Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, RAM 1500, or Jeep Wrangler serviced.

Diesel Oil Change in Dartmouth

Engine oil is essential for providing lubrication. Without lubrication between moving parts in an engine, engine parts will degrade more quickly. As you drive, your engine oil ages, and contaminants build up within it. That's why vehicle owners need to get old oil drained out of their engine and new oil put in place.

Importance of Oil Changes for Your Diesel Vehicle

Numerous bad things can happen to vehicle owners who neglect oil changes. Lubrication within the engine prevents overheating. Overheating causes mechanical components to degrade. This means that the engine will age faster and require service more often. In extreme situations, failure to get oil changes done can lead to catastrophic engine failure.

When Do I Need to Schedule an Oil Change?

It's important to know how often oil changes are required. The best source of information on scheduling your oil change is your vehicle owner's manual. You can also consult with your mechanic about how often your vehicle needs oil change service. You can generally expect that you'll need to have a diesel oil change done around once every 10,000 miles or every year.

Diesel Oil vs. Regular Oil

If you drive a diesel vehicle, your oil change needs are slightly different than for those who drive a standard gasoline vehicle. Diesel engine oil is formulated differently from standard engine oil. Diesel engine oil is formulated to be more viscous and have a higher anti-wear load.