First of all, an oil change is a procedure that is required for the engine to run well and last longer. All engines require some type of lubricant or substance that facilitates better movement so that it is frictionless and does not generate too much heat. The lubricant is also necessary to minimize the scratching that should occur when there is no smooth, liquid surface that metal-to-metal surfaces encounter.

After the purchase of a new car, the owner is instructed to return after a certain amount of mileage has been reached or a certain period of time has passed. The reason for this is so the vehicle dealer can perform the oil change procedure on the engine and check everything.

The procedure basically gets the motor used to the work it will encounter once it is used. People drive to work, shop, pick up their children, and take long trips every day, or most of the time. The work the engine will go through will continue for several years.

Whether we like it or not, the motor will always have metal debris that will eventually be scraped off through the continuous movement and friction that occurs in it. Little metal residue or chips, as well as a little burnt oil, will eventually build up in the lubricant and make it darker. This makes it more viscous and thicker than it was originally. Thicker oil will not move as freely as it would if it were less viscous. A thick lubricant does not work well and can generate heat. This will overheat the engine, which could cause it to explode in the worst case, or simply break it when it is already too hot. A cracked or broken engine can no longer be repaired. Accidents can occur if the engine stalls or stops in the middle of the road. Oil can drip from the engine and cause spills large enough that it can cause slipping on the road.

Delaying factors

There are several reasonable factors that can delay a lubricant change. Among these, the cost of the procedure can be overwhelming if the filter is also to be changed. The cost is actually quite small, especially if you think about what you can save when it comes to engine repair due to the damage that occurs when it malfunctions due to unchanged lubricants. Another factor that can delay your oil change is lack of time. People are often very busy and often put off changing service until the last minute or until they feel that something is wrong with the engine. A busy schedule will be even busier if there is no vehicle to take the owner to and from locations.

Another reason to delay an oil change is ignorance. There is no better word for this type of negligence than ignorance. Today, many people buy vehicles but lack the experience or skill to maintain them. People often have no idea that they need to have their car serviced to change the lubricant, as well as for other things that help keep it in good working order.