When To Change Your Acura MDX Oil

When you should get your Acura MDX oil changed depends on whether you use synthetic or non synthetic oil. For synthetic oil, you want to change your oil every 7,500 - 10,000 miles, or once a year. Non-synthetic oil meanwhile should be changed every 3,000 - 5,000 miles, or once a year. Even if you don't meet the milage limit, oil still degrades over time which is why is should be changed at least once per year.

Fortunately Acura makes your oil maintenance easy. On newer Acura MDX (2007+) models, is comes build in with the Maintenance Minder system.. The Maintenance Minder system will keep track of your oil, and alert you when it's between 5% - 15%. Thanks to this, you can plan your Acura MDX's oil change accordingly.

Synthetic vs. Non-Synthetic Oil

We mentioned both synthetic and non-synthetic oil above, but what exactly do they mean? Synthetic oil has a crude oil base, just like non-synthetic oil. Unlike non-synthetic oil though, synthetic oil is chemically engineered to optimize its stability and be resistant to high temperatures. This extra refinement makes synthetic oil less viscous when coming in contact with the engines heat, allowing it to last longer without needing to be changed.

Non-synthetic oils meanwhile, are made up of unrefined crude oils without additional chemical refinement. Since it does not have the same changes synthetic oil has, non-synthetic oil is less resistant to engine heat. As a result it is more likely to form sludge over long periods of time. When this happens, it's time for an oil change.

Why Get My Oil Changed?

Understanding what oil does for the engine can help us know why it is so important to stick to your oil change maintenance schedule. Oil keeps you Acura MDX engine running efficiently by lubricating while in use. The engine is made up of many parts banging and clanking into one another as it gives power to your car. This causes friction that can wear down and degrade these parts, which is where oil comes in. It keeps these parts lubricated so when they collide as part of their function, less harmful friction is generated.

As another bonus, oil prevents debris and dirt from entering you engine, stopping harmful particles from affecting the rest of your engine system. If you ignore your oil maintenance, your Acura MDX won't have enough left to do these vital tasks, and your engine will slowly become damaged over time.

Next Steps

It is important when taking care of your Acura MDX to always be keeping up to date with its maintenance, especially if your Acura's Maintenance Minder system has alerted you that it is time for an oil change. Ignoring your cars general maintenance can lead to major problems later on as damaged parts may then also damage other nearby components, compromising the vehicles ability to drive.

If your Acura MDX oil is running low, or you just haven't brought your car in for maintenance in a while, schedule using the link below and our team of expert technicians will make sure your ride stays safe and smooth.