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How to Change the Oil in an Automobile The oil in the car should be changed every three thousand miles and is about the single most important maintenance item that can be done for the automobile. It is really easy, takes approximately forty minutes, saves money and hassle over taking the car to someone else, and you have the satisfaction of knowing it was done correctly. Lubricating oil becomes contaminated by different matter (dust, water, fuel, swear, etc.). Engine lubricating oil filters cannot be cleaned. The lubricating oil and the oil filter have now done their work and it is time that they are change. It is therefore advisable not to exceed the service period for lubricating oil and filters recommended by the manufacturer. To change the contaminated oil in your vehicle rapidly, safely, and efficiently, the following procedures must be followed: setting of engine temperature, drainage of lubricating oil, and pouring of fresh oil. Firstly, warm the oil by running the engine for several minutes. Setting the engine to normal operating temperature will make it easier to drain the engine oil. If the car, however, has just been on the road, wait about an hour before starting this procedure to avoid contacting hot engine parts and hot oil.