How Long Does an Oil Change Take?

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Professional oil changes at Don Hattan Dealerships take no more than one hour to complete. Contact us to learn about wait times or to schedule a service appointment. If you want to perform an oil change yourself, you should set aside at least an hour to complete the job correctly, more than an hour if it’s your first time doing it. 


How Long Should an Oil Change Take If I Do It Myself?

How long should an oil change take changes depending upon if you do it yourself or bring your car into a service center. If you’re doing it yourself, give yourself at least an hour to get the job done. You’ll also need the following items:

  • New oil
  • New oil filter
  • New oil filter gasket
  • Rubber mallet 
  • Correct size wrenches 
  • Jack
  • Wheel blocks

After investing in the equipment, it’s usually easier and less costly to get your car oil changed at a Don Hattan Dealerships service center, especially if your car is still under warranty. 

More Oil Change Information

If your car is due for an oil change, turn to Don Hattan Dealerships service center for great service at low prices. Browse our service specials for savings on routine maintenance. Trust our brand experts to treat your car with the care it deserves. Don’t settle for your average Maize auto body shop when you can take advantage of our expertise for around the same price! Some more advantages include: 

  • Our experienced team and state-of-the-art equipment ensure the job is done right the first time. 
  • Read the signs your car needs an oil change; some cars need it within 5,000 miles to 7,000 miles of their last oil change while others can go as long as 10,000 miles before they need another oil change. 
  • Check your owner’s manual in Wichita to see whether your car uses synthetic or conventional oil. Synthetic oil usually costs more and will raise the cost of your oil change whether you decide to have it done professionally or do it yourself. 

Schedule a Service Appointment at Don Hattan Dealerships Today

If you want to skip the hassle and time spent doing an oil change at home in Andover, schedule a service appointment today at a Don Hattan Dealerships dealership near Wichita. Our parts department can set you up with the parts you’ll need to perform an oil change yourself. 

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