Is your N Charlotte Toyota using too much oil lately?

When it comes to car care, we can say without hesitation that oil changes are at the top of the must-do list. Motor oil keeps your engine cool and lubricated when your car is working hard to get you where you need to go. When you get too low on it, you can run all sorts of risks - not only can your car overheat, but you can also do irreparable damage to the engine that may not even be able to be fixed. 

Why would your car be using too much motor oil too quickly? 

That's why our Charlotte auto service center is always reminding you when you're due for an oil change and encouraging you to stick to a schedule. It's a lot easier (and more affordable!) to just get your routine oil changes done than to deal with the repercussions of skipping them. However, sometimes you might stick to a routine oil change schedule like clockwork but still find that your car is running out of (or getting low on) motor oil before it should (based on the mileage or calendar time). This means your car is using too much oil too quickly. 

How will you know if your car is using too much motor oil? Basically, depending on the type of oil you use, you should be able to go 3,000 - 5,000 miles in between changes. If your car needs oil sooner than that, then something is up. Here are some giveaway signs you need to visit Toyota of N Charlotte's auto service center: 

• Your oil light illuminates in the dashboard of your car. This indicates that the car is low on oil and you need to either schedule an oil change or add more, based on the quality of the existing oil. 
• You check the dipstick under the hood and discover that the oil is lower than it should be - the oil level should fall in between the two tic marks when you remove the dipstick from the engine. If it's lower than that, you need more oil. 
• You hear weird noises coming from the engine bay. Keep your ears open for rattling, grinding, and clanking noises coming from the engine, all of which can indicate a low oil level. 

If you notice any of the above signs, it's time to visit our Toyota Service Center in Charlotte. Excessive motor oil consumption can be caused by leaks, malfunctioning parts, and more - it can be tricky to pin down the reason, so it's best to let the experts take a look and fix it before the lack of motor oil causes more issues with your engine. 

Schedule auto service at Toyota of N Charlotte today

Whatever the issue, our Charlotte auto service techs can get to the bottom of it and get your ride running the way it should be (or you can trade in - just saying. We've got tons of new Toyotas to choose from.). Call us today to schedule your appointment! We're located at 13429 Statesville Road, just off I-77 at exit 23 in Huntersville, and you can reach us at (704) 659-2025.