Audi Oil Change Service in Greenville, SC

Giving your new Audi the best automotive care ensures your luxurious model remains in great condition for years to come. From regular service appointments to frequent multipoint inspections, giving your Audi regular, quality service drastically increases its lifespan. The service technicians here at Audi Greenville know that if the all-important oil change is performed as needed, it can optimize your Audi model's performance, or if ignored, deadlock it. Before you schedule your next appointment with our service team, view our resources below on one of the most important services that your car can receive: the oil change.

What's the difference between synthetic oil and conventional oil?

There are actually three common types of motor oil required by vehicles on the market today : synthetic, synthetic blend and conventional. Synthetic oil offers better gas mileage, engine protection and long-term use. You won't have to get an oil change as often when your vehicle uses synthetic. A semi-synthetic oil is typically reserved for cars that carry heavy loads, operate frequently at a high RPM or have high mileage. Conventional oil isn't as refined as synthetic, so it'll break down quicker, but it's far cheaper than synthetic. If you use your car for commuting to work or school, running errands or any other daily activity, conventional oil will fulfill your engine's needs. Refer to your owner's manual to ensure the oil that's being placed in your vehicle is the one the manufacturer recommends.

How often should you have your oil changed?

How often you should bring your vehicle in for an oil change depends on the type of oil that's used in your car. It used to be common knowledge to have an oil and filter change completed every 3,000 miles or so, but that has drastically changed, thanks to improvements in technology. Our technicians now recommend an oil change every 5,000 miles if you use conventional motor oil, every 8,000 miles if you use semi-synthetic motor oil and every 10,000 miles if you use synthetic motor oil. Not driving enough miles? Try bringing in your model twice a year instead. And as always, refer to your owner's manual for the maintenance schedule.

Why should I get my vehicle's oil changed at a dealership?

There are several reasons why a dealership is the best place to have your vehicle's oil changed. If you try to change your vehicle's oil at home, you'll run the risk of emptying the 5-8 quarts of dirty motor oil all over your garage and on your clothes and skin. You could also spend more time reading instructions or watching videos online than actually changing your oil and filter. Plus, if you don't have the materials and tools at home already, you'll have to research and purchase all of those items before starting. There's also a chance that your vehicle's warranty could be voided if certain services aren't completed at a dealership. So, in summary, having your vehicle's oil changed at a dealership saves you time, money and energy and keeps your warranty active (if applicable).

What if I'm not due for an oil change, but I notice some problems?

Our general answer? It's probably best to bring your vehicle in for an inspection if you've noticed problems. If you're still unsure, here are a few warning signs to look out for, even if your model isn't due for an oil change just yet. If you have oil stains in your driveway, it could indicate an oil leak. If your oil light appears on your dashboard, that's an indication of low oil pressure. While you can top off your vehicle's oil with a bottle purchased from the store, that's only a temporary fix. Your car will need an oil and filter change, as well as an inspection performed by our certified technicians.

If you have a question that our page didn't answer, contact us today or stop by Audi Greenville at 200 Duvall Drive, Greenville, SC 29607 . We look forward to serving our customers near Spartanburg, Anderson and throughout the Upstate.