What is an Oil Service?
The three part Oil Service from D&K is a great supplement between services, when preparing for a long journey or just for some peace of mind. It includes:
- Changing engine oil and filter.
- Checking essential items such as tyres, battery, wipers and lights.
- Topping up essential fluids like brake, windscreen washer or power steering fluids if required. The Oil Service is not a substitute for a service therefore does not give a ‘service history’ stamp.
Why different types of engine oil?
Because not all engines are the same! A growing number of manufacturers specify that an enhanced “specialist oil” will optimise the engines performance. D+K will recommend an oil equivalent to the manufacturer’s specification and in some cases you can choose to upgrade your oil from semi-synthetic to “specialist”. Speak to your Mechanic to confirm the right oil for your car.Oil & filter change
Over time your engine oil gradually loses its ability to lubricate and protect internal engine components. Friction between moving parts inside your engine causes them to wear. Low, thin or old oil causes the mechanical components to wear much faster. The only way to prevent this is to replace it - usually every 12 months or less for higher mileage vehicles.
Your vehicle’s engine requires the correct grade of oil in order to lubricate and protect the internal parts. The grade of oil for your vehicle is determined by the vehicle manufacturer based on the size, type, general working conditions and operating temperature ranges of the engine. Some cars take special oils, many of which we stock.
Oil filters
In addition to cooling and lubricating the metal surfaces of your car’s engine, oil carries away dirt and metal particles. These contaminants are removed from the oil by the oil filter, but often the oil and filter can become clogged with debris. If engine wear is to be minimised and the engine’s optimum efficiency and life span maintained, both must be replaced.
Essential and safety checks
At D&K can customers benefit from the following checks being included with their Oil Service:
- Lights
- Windscreen wipers and washers
- Exhaust mountings and condition
Fluid top-ups
The following essential fluids will be checked and if required will be topped up:
- Brake fluid
- Windscreen washer fluid
- Power steering fluid
Your vehicle’s engine requires the correct grade of oil in order to lubricate the internal parts and components. The grade of oil for your vehicle is determined by the vehicle manufacturer based on the size, type, general working conditions and operating temperature ranges of the engine. D&K will be happy to advise you of the correct type of oil for your car.
