How do I know if my mechanic really did an oil change?

The easiest way to tell if they did an oil change is look at the oil on the dipstick. Brand new oil should be very clear. You can tell the difference between old and new oil.

How long does an oil change fake?

Finally, DIY oil changes typically take between 30 minutes and an hour, depending on your tools, experience, and garage setup. Another factor is what kind of car you drive. Many cars have oil drain plugs and filters that are easily accessible on the bottom of the vehicle, but not all cars do.

What should oil look like after oil change?

So, let’s take a close look at the oil on the dipstick. The oil should look smooth and glossy and somewhat transparent. If it has sludgy deposits or grainy particles of dirt, it’s time for an oil change. The same is true if the oil looks too thick, is too dark (opaque), and/or has a putrid rotten-cheese smell.

How can I not get scammed for an oil change?

Making a mark on your filter is also a great way to avoid this scam. Make the mark and check to see whether or not it is still there after your oil change. If it is, but you paid for a new filter, you know that you’ve been scammed.

How long should oil change take?

about 30-45 minutes
Typically, an oil change takes about 30-45 minutes. The process includes draining out the existing oil and changing the oil filter, then placing new oil into the engine.

Does your car run smoother after an oil change?

Smooth Ride If you haven’t had regular oil changes in the past, you probably notice a significant difference in how the car performs before and after the oil change. Once the oil change is complete, your vehicle runs smoothly and with more power.

How does dirty oil affect engine?

Because dirty oil can harm your car by damaging engine parts, decreasing fuel efficiency, or even triggering an engine breakdown. Long delays between oil changes and normal engine wear and tear can also lead to dirty oil. Going without an oil filter change can result in dirty oil, too.

What color should engine oil be?

As a general rule of thumb, new, clean oil is amber in color. It should also be clear when you pull out the dipstick.

How can you tell if they actually changed your car oil?

Originally Answered: How can you tell if they actually changed your car oil? Use a Sharpie and mark the oil filter – sign your name to it or put the date of the last oil change on it. Most cars, you will have to crawl under the car to do this. Check the oil before you go in. It should be dark black if it’s been a typical oil change period.

What happens if a mechanic doesn’t change the oil properly?

If a licensed technician didn’t even change the oil and filter (pull out the oil dipstick and look for clear fresh yellow oil, don’t dent your oil filter, that’s stupid. What if you damage something?) then that lady-arse mechanic’s license can be revoked and they can’t work until it’s reinstated by the trades association of your province or state.

Can You mark the oil filter after an oil change?

If the oil filter is new and minus the ding after an oil change, then the engine oil had to have been changed too. Note that some other ways you might use to mark the oil filter can be circumvented by unscrupulous businesses by wiping the old one clean with a oily rag (removing your mark) to make it look shiny and new.

Can you tell the weight of an oil by feeling it?

Once in the engine, oil is going to look like oil. Just like you cannot tell horsepower by the seat of your pants, you are not going to be able to tell what weight an oil is or what it’s made of by feeling it. You could send the oil off to a lab to be tested, but then I don’t even know if it would tell you the difference.