TinkyWinky

I realize driving , particularly hard acceleration, would reduce the life of one's engine oil, but let's say for example, the car is only driven 1000 miles in 3~4 months. Should it be changed at this point, or can it wait for another couple of months?

Any expert advice?

Tennisjon2002

Actually kinda wondering the same thing. My jeep is in this situation, does the oil really need to be changed every 3 months?

VTEC11

If you look in the manual, it will probably say something like 6-7k miles and 6 months for normal usage. And 3 months for severe usage. I don't think the oil will go bad in 3 months, but it does get dirty. Especially if you take frequent short trips.

sipark

Change engine oil every 3 months is something jiffylube wants you to believe.. Many new cars these days recommend every 5,000 (severe usage) or 8,000 (normal usage).

fusionnv

It would only go bad time wise if condensation forms. It basically water starts forming in the engine oil from the temperature changes.