Typically, motorists change the engine oil after the car has traveled a certain distance.
Thus, it is believed that the viscous fluid must be replaced every 10-15 thousand kilometers.
However, you need to look not only at the mileage. You also need to take into account the time of year.
Unfortunately, some drivers are not aware of this, which results in them facing serious problems.
What Happens to Motor Oil in Fall and Winter
The motorist must take into account that during the cold season the vehicle's power unit experiences additional loads.
First of all, we are talking about frequent engine starts in low temperature conditions.
This leads to accelerated "production" of the motor oil's properties. In the autumn and winter months, this process becomes approximately 2 times faster.
In other words, if in summer the viscous liquid completely exhausts its properties after 10-15 thousand kilometers, then in the cold season this will happen after the car has covered 5-7 thousand kilometers.
Be sure to take this point into account when determining the optimal period for changing engine oil.
