At Sill-TerHar Mazda in Broomfield, CO, we are always prepared to debunk myths about your vehicle. It is important to know the facts about motor oil so you can have peace of mind and know when it needs changing.
A big myth about motor oil is that the filter doesn't always need to be changed. But, typically, every time you change your oil, the oil filter needs to be changed as well. It is important to change the filter because it has a large amount of grime and dirt on it that isn't healthy for your engine.
An older myth is that synthetic oil can cause leaks from the vehicle's engine. This is because synthetics used to cause seals and gaskets to wear out quicker. This was many decades ago, and there is no more reason to believe that synthetic oils will cause engine leaks as they are now perfected.
