Chevrolet Blazer Oil Change

Chevrolet Blazer Oil Changes in Lexington, KY

Chevrolet Blazers are sporty SUVs that command attention on the road. With enough cargo room to fit your belongings and the whole family comfortably, powerful engine options and an intuitive technology suite, they are awesome vehicles.
To keep your Blazer performing at its best, it is essential you take it in for regular maintenance. One of the most vital services for your Blazer is regular oil changes. To learn how to properly take care of your Blazer with oil changes, keep reading.

What Type of Oil Should I Put in My Blazer?

Choosing the right oil type is the first step of an oil change. The correct oil type depends on the age of the vehicle, the engine size, and the engine type. We recommend using fully synthetic 5W-30 motor oil on the V6 engine and SAE 0W-20 for the 2.0L and 2.5L engines. You may need high-mileage oil if your Blazer has more than 75,000 miles on the odometer. It is made to condition damaged oil seals, improve your fuel efficiency, dissolve sludge, and reduce the overall damage to your engine.
To be sure of the correct oil type for your Blazer, be sure to consult with one of our factory-certified service technicians. They will be able to tell you which type is best based on the age of your engine. You can call us at (877) 661-2805 today for your consultation.

How Often Do I Need to Change the Oil in my Blazer?

We recommend you change your oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. If you do not change your oil regularly enough, these consequences could occur:

• You could have catastrophic engine failure. When you leave a Blazer for too long without an oil change, sludge from bad oil can build up. This renders the oil unable to pull the heat away from the engine, which can cause overheating that leads to engine failure. This easily avoidable mistake could cost you upwards of thousands of dollars. Save your money and get an oil change in the recommended regular intervals.
• Your warranty could go void. This could happen because most warranties stipulate that you need regular maintenance done to keep the warranty intact. Oil changes at the dealerships are usually included in the maintenance. If the warranty goes void, you would not be covered financially when a vehicle malfunction occurs. To save yourself from a potentially terrible situation in the future, follow your Blazer’s recommended oil change intervals.
• Your engine could underperform. Motor oil works by transporting dirt and debris away from the engine to the fuel filter. When the fuel filter becomes clogged due to buildup, that buildup gets transported back to the engine, forcing your engine to work harder. This reduces torque and can harm your Blazer’s fuel economy.

To avoid these problems, we recommend coming in for regular oil changes at Dan Cummins Chevrolet of Paris or Georgetown, KY. You can make your service appointment here.

How Much Does an Oil Change Cost?

This answer may fluctuate based on the trim, age, or mileage of your Blazer. An estimated price of an oil change at Dan Cummins is $46.45 and includes an inspection of all fluid levels and conditions, belts, hoses, lube door, hood hinges, lube steering, suspension, and driveline. It also includes up to 5 quarts of motor oil and a new ACDelco filter. This price is just an estimate and will change based upon how much and the type of oil your Blazer needs. If you want a more comprehensive service to ensure everything is running okay in your Blazer, we also recommend you get the Maintenance I package, which costs $49.45 includes:

• Change engine oil and filter.
• Reset oil life system.
• Visually check for any leaks or damage.
• Rotate and inspect tires.
• Check inflation pressure and wear.
• Inspect brake system, including brake lines, hoses, pads, calipers, wheel cylinders, rotors, and drums.
• Check and top off all fluid levels.
• Inspect wiper blades.
• Lubricate front suspension, ball joints, steering linkage, and parking brake cable.

This package could help us catch any problems before they even happen, potentially saving you money down the road.

How Much Oil Do I Need for Blazer Oil Change?

Although we recommend getting your oil change at Dan Cummins Chevrolet, we can help guide you through the process of an oil change at home instead. We recommend you use 5 quarts of 5W-30 synthetic motor oil for each oil change for the 2.0L and 2.5L engines, and 6 quarts for the V6 engine. To be sure, check your Owner’s Manual for the recommended oil capacity.

What are the Different Types of Oil?

The first, and most recommended, type of oil is fully synthetic. It uses higher quality base oil, which helps to combat sludge, reduce wear, protect your engine, and work in harsh temperatures better than any other oil type. It does have the highest cost, but it lasts longer than any other type and protects your engine from potential problems best, making it the best choice.
The next option is a synthetic blend. This oil type mixes conventional and synthetic motor oil, providing you with a budget-friendly alternative that also performs really well.
Then, there is conventional oil. This is the most common type and works best for light-duty, late-model cars, which have low mileage.
The last option is high-mileage engine oil. As stated before, it conditions damaged oil seals, improves your fuel efficiency, dissolves sludge, and reduces the overall damage to your engine.
To know the best choice for your engine, check your Owner’s Manual.

Why Should I Service my Blazer at a Dealership in the Lexington Area?

It is always a good idea to take your Chevy Blazer for service at a Dan Cummins dealership. When you drop off your vehicle with us, you can get peace of mind knowing that it is being serviced to factory standards, with genuine OEM parts every time. Our service technicians are experts on Chevrolet vehicles and go through intense training to be able to always know what is best for your Blazer. We also have service advisors, to ensure you are taken care of every step of the way. The services you receive at a factory-trained dealership outweigh the tools and parts availability at an independent auto repair shop. We have convenient service hours, including Saturday hours, and service loaners, to make the process as easy as possible for you. You can make an appointment with us here.