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How Long Does an Oil Change Take?

Mechanic checking oil in Nissan car

Wondering how long an oil change should take? The answer is that it’s a fairly quick process, typically less than an hour! While oil changes don’t take very long, they are an incredibly important part of your vehicle’s service schedule. Make sure to schedule regular oil changes with the team at Nissan of Silsbee to keep your vehicle in top shop for years to come! When you rely on our Nissan service experts for routine oil changes, you and your vehicle can his the Beaumont roads once again in no time.

How Long Does a DIY Oil Change Take?

If you’re an auto enthusiast, you may be interested in changing your car’s oil yourself. But how long should an oil change take when performed outside of the dealership? There’s no exact answer here, as there are a variety of factors that will affect this:

If you plan to change your car’s oil, you’ll want to budget at least an hour, though it may take longer than that if you’ve never changed your oil before or need to make a supply run. Here’s what you’ll need to perform an oil change at home:

  • New oil
  • New oil filter
  • New oil filter gasket
  • Rubber mallet
  • Correctly sized wrenches
  • A jack
  • Wheel blocks

Unless you are experienced in repairing cars, it’s typically cheaper and quicker to rely on our service department for oil changes. But if you do decide to change your car’s oil, you can count on our parts department for any parts you need!

Additional Information on Oil Changes

Now that you know how long an oil change should take, let’s dive into the additional details:

  • Be sure to check your owner’s manual to learn how long you should wait between oil changes. Newer vehicles typically need oil changes every 5,000 – 7,500 miles, but this may differ if you’re driving an older vehicle.
  • It’s important to know what kind of oil your vehicle needs! Traditional oil changes are cheaper than synthetic oil changes, but if your car takes synthetic oil you can usually wait longer between appointments.
  • You can rely on the service specials at Nissan of Silsbee near Buna to get a great price on repairs!

Rely on Our Service Experts for Your Next Nissan Oil Change!

How long does an oil change take? Less than an hour if you leave it to the experts! You’re more than welcome to change your oil on your own, but ensure that you have all of the necessary parts and accessories before attempting. Have questions about how long oil changes should take or learn more about tire rotation intervals? Contact our team at your convenience and we’d be happy to chat! Our service team has even more tips like how to check your transmission fluid.

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