Oil Filter Replacement in Rockville, MD
Your vehicle's oil filter has an important job - remove debris and contaminants from engine oil. During the lifetime of your engine's oil, it will build up debris. If this is not filtered out, it could cause damage to your engine. Sometimes you need to change out your oil filter so that your vehicle's oil is being decontaminated at the highest level possible. When you need oil filter replacement in Rockville, MD, let the professionals at DARCARS Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Rockville help you out!
Oil filters reduce the frequency of oil changes needed to keep your engine running coolly and smoothly. Without an oil filter (or with a bad one), you'll be replacing your engine oil constantly as well as causing damage to your vehicle's engine and engine bearings.
To schedule an appointment and get your oil filter replaced with the DARCARS Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Rockville auto technicians, click here.
How Do Oil Filters Work?
Oil filters are cylindrical and have several components that make it work. These different components work together to filter debris and contaminants out of oil and get the oil where it needs to be to keep your engine running.
- Oil goes in the filter via a tapping plate.
- Once oil is inside the filter, it passes through an internal mesh filter.
- Mesh filter traps debris from oil.
- When vehicle is shut off, an anti-drain back valve closes to prevent oil filter seepage.
How Frequently Should I Replace My Oil Filter?
Most oil filters should be changed every 3,000 miles, but you can get them changed during your oil changes at DARCARS Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Rockville, that way you reduce the amount of times you have to bring your vehicle in for service.
If you have questions regarding oil changes, visit our Oil Change Service Page. Get started with oil filter replacement in Rockville, MD by scheduling here.
