Having your vehicle’s oil regularly changed is your first line of defense against any potential breakdown. When oil is not changed in a timely manner, it will become saturated with contaminants; deposits will begin to form when the oil loses its capacity to hold them in suspension. Oils are designed with additives to improve its performance at extreme temperatures and operating conditions. Some additive help clean the engine and others help maintain flow and lubricating characteristics. Clean oil is critical to keeping your engine running at peak performance.

At Van Loo’s Auto Service we like to think of an oil change as a ‘Check Up’ for your car where many important systems and items are checked. Besides replacing the engine oil & oil filter other key areas of your vehicle will also be inspected and remedied. Brakes, chassis and suspension will be inspected. Belts & hoses are checked for cracks, wear, degradation and tears. The air filter is checked. All fluids including brake, battery, power steering, transmission, differential and window washer are checked and filled. We also check the condition of your wiper blades and check and fill tires to the required pressure.

Each of these checks is important and can go a long way in saving you money and avoiding preventable and possible costly repairs down the road. A job as simple as replacing a worn hose or belt can prevent you from experiencing major inconvenience and possibly a large towing expense. Changing your oil will give you peace of mind knowing any repair that is evident and avoidable is going to be spotted and brought to your attention. If we notice something amiss, we will discuss it with you and give you options. More often than not your vehicle will need very little other than changing the oil, fill the fluids and tires.