Diesel Oil Change
Diesel Oil Change Service Provided at Chapman Ford of Horsham, PA
If you drive a Ford vehicle with a diesel engine, make sure to keep up with a routine oil change schedule. It will require diesel oil, which is responsible for lubricating the various parts within your engine, so they are not damaged by friction. Don’t risk unnecessary engine damage by putting this critical service off any longer. At Chapman Ford of Horsham, our certified Ford technicians can efficiently and correctly exchange your diesel oil. We will drain the contaminated oil from your engine, inspect the reservoir for leaks, install a new oil filter, and add an appropriate diesel oil. As a Ford service department, you can rest assured that the oil and filter will be optimal for your vehicle.
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Diesel Oil vs. Conventional Oil
While diesel oil and conventional oil serve the same overall purpose, they are intended for different engines and are therefore different formulations. Diesel oil typically has a greater viscosity, as well as various additives to help protect your diesel engine. While these additives are optimal for your diesel engine, they could severely damage a traditional gas-powered engine, including the catalytic converter. The catalytic converter in your diesel engine can handle these additives because it is more robust. The diesel engine operates at higher pressure and temperatures, which conventional oil is not meant to withstand.
How Frequently Should Diesel Oil Be Changed?
Diesel oil, as with oil for gas-powered engines, will break down and degrade over time. This can lead to the buildup of contaminants and debris, and particulates from within your system. To keep your diesel oil performing its intended purpose, it will need to be replaced periodically. Our certified Ford technicians recommend checking your owner’s manual for the mileage your diesel oil should be replaced. Typically this is around 5,000 miles or every six months. If your vehicle is involved in heavy towing with large loads, this timeframe is shortened, with a recommendation of about 3,000 miles.
Indications Your Diesel Oil Needs to Be Changed
Regardless of whether it is time for your routine oil change, if your Ford vehicle is experiencing one or more of the following signs of dirty diesel oil, schedule your appointment today.
- Delayed start
- Ticking noises
- Check engine light is on
- Abnormal amounts of exhaust
- Shaking while in idle
- Diesel oil is low in level or appears dirty
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Schedule Your Diesel Oil Change Service at Chapman Ford of Horsham, PA
Are you ready to join us at Chapman Ford of Horsham for your diesel oil change? We offer the convenience of online service scheduling through our website, with which you can select from our Saturday or extended service hours if they work better with your home and work schedules. Located in Horsham, Pennsylvania, we are just a short drive from Willow Grove, Fort Washington, Doylestown, and Glenside. We offer a complimentary multi-point inspection with each visit, as well as complimentary beverages, business workstations, and Wi-Fi. See why we are the Ford service department of choice for diesel engines in the Horsham area.
