Motor oil is the most important fluid in your car after fuel—but what keeps it clean?

Your car's oil filter cleans the oil multiple times per minute, removing solid particles of dirt, carbon, and metal fragments. If left unchecked, these contaminants can damage bearings and cylinder wall surfaces, increase engine wear, and shorten your engine's lifespan. Daniello's Automotive Centre are experts in maintaining the health of your vehicle's systems, ensuring they work at their best.

Replacing oil filters regularly is essential to protect your engine's life and sustain optimal performance. While manufacturers provide guidelines for when filters should be changed, the actual timing depends on various factors, such as driving conditions, filter age, engine age, and mileage. Ideally, oil filter changes should follow the logbook schedule at a minimum, but it’s often better to replace them sooner if needed.

One thing is clear: routine oil filter replacement helps safeguard your engine and oil, ultimately saving you money by preventing expensive repairs in the long run. Don't forget that oil filters should always be replaced when the engine is flushed as it has collected debris and contaminants which shouldn't be reintroduced into clean engine oil.

At Daniello's Automotive Centre, we recommend checking and replacing the oil filter during every full car service. Regular checks not only keep your car running smoothly but also provide peace of mind.

Did you know? A clogged oil filter can cause the oil pressure warning light to illuminate on your dash, as the filter restricts the flow of oil through the engine. This is another reason why keeping your oil filter in top condition is so important.

We offer logbook services and much more for a wide range of makes and models, all conveniently located right here in Dandenong. Call us today to discuss your car and its last service, and we'll provide you with a quote.