I have a engine oil change soon but I’ve only driven abou...
Customer
I have a engine oil change soon but I’ve only driven about 1,000 since last oil change?
Mechanic's Assistant: When was your last oil change?
January 2021
Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model of your '21 ca...
I have a engine oil change soon but I’ve only driven about 1,000 since last oil change?
Mechanic's Assistant: When was your last oil change?
January 2021
Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model of your '21 car?
2013 Navigator
Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Navigator yourself? What have you tried so far?
Checked oil. It is clean and there is plenty. It is not low
Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you?
No Is it safe to drive. My son is in hospital
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Nachum Wagschal
219 days ago
Automotive Expert
Good Morning .
Yes it is safe to drive , the mileage is more or an indicator then the time period . The 3 months is just a good time reference if your odometer doesn't work since people generally drive around 1000 miles a month .
People who barely drive I usually recommend they come once a year just to get everything checked .
Customer
219 days ago
Ok. It says engine oil change soon. But I can go ahead?
Nachum Wagschal
219 days ago
Automotive Expert
Yes you can wait , that is just a timed reminder . Its possible it wasnt reset at your last oil change .
Customer
219 days ago
Thank you
Nachum Wagschal
219 days ago
Automotive Expert
you are welcome
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I have a engine oil change soon but I’ve only driven about 1,000 since last oil change? Mechanic's Assistant: When was your last oil change? January 2021 Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model of your '21 ca...
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