How Long Does an Oil Change Take?

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Most Richmond drivers know that oil changes are necessary to keep our cars running, but who has the time nowadays? How long does an oil change take, anyway? How long should an oil change take if you do it yourself? Our service department wants to help you stay informed, which is why we’ve put together the guide on oil changes below. Keep reading to find the answers.

How Long Does an Oil Change Take at Whitten Brothers Automotive?

No matter how busy we may be, making time for regular oil changes is a must. So, how long should an oil change take at our service center? Our trained experts generally take just a few minutes to do a typical oil change. Sometimes, other maintenance tasks, like tire rotation or changing spark plugs, need to be done. Every task that needs to be performed can impact the length of a service visit. But you can schedule an appointment online to ensure that you get back on our Ashland roads in no time.

How Long Does an Oil Change Take When You Do It Yourself?

Maybe you prefer to handle automotive maintenance tasks yourself instead of taking your car into a shop. We respect that. So, how long should an oil change take if you do it at home? Experienced Fredricksburg drivers may be able to change their own oil in less than half an hour. But that doesn’t count cleaning up, changing in and out of dirty clothes, and disposing of the dirty oil. Here’s a list of the items you’ll need if you take this on yourself:

  • Replacement oil
  • Oil filter
  • Filter gasket
  • Oil pan
  • Oil filter wrench
  • Wrench or socket (with socket wrench) that fits your drain plug
  • Funnel
  • Rags
  • Floor jack
  • Jack stands
  • Wheel blocks

Let the Trained Professionals at Whitten Brothers Automotive Help

Why bother with the hassle of changing your own oil when we can quickly do it for you? We make getting your car serviced with us so easy that you can even schedule an appointment online. While you’re here, check out our other automotive service tips. We have multiple convenient locations, like the one in Richmond, so drop by or contact us today!

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