View Poll Results: How often do you change your oil?
3,000 miles
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0%
3,000-4,000 miles
1
5.88%
4,000-5,000 miles
10
58.82%
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6
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Prius Oil Change - what's your interval?
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Prius Oil Change - what's your interval?
We picked up our 2008 Toyota Prius September 27. We've driven almost 3,500 miles so far, so I'm starting to think about our first oil change.
So...what sort of mileage interval do folks stick to for their oil changes? What sort of oil do you use? Do you change it at home, at the dealer, or an oil-change "service?"
Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
So...what sort of mileage interval do folks stick to for their oil changes? What sort of oil do you use? Do you change it at home, at the dealer, or an oil-change "service?"
Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
#2
Re: Prius Oil Change - what's your interval?
There is no need to change before the recommended 5000 mi/8000 km, according to those who have had analysis done. If you extend the interval, it could void parts of your warranty. I changed Pearl's oil a few months ago at 8000 km, putting in Mobil 1 5W30. Will do so again after a further 8000 km. Oil and filter each time. Takes about 10 min.
#3
Re: Prius Oil Change - what's your interval?
Hi,
I do two changes per year:
Bob Wilson
I do two changes per year:
- Fall - to get rid of the accumulated summer pollen, dirt and grit and put in a winter grade oil.
- Spring - to get rid of the accumulated condensation and put in a summer grade oil.
Bob Wilson
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