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How do you document Self oil change for warranty?
Simply get a small notepad and right down the date and mileage every time you change your oil. Also save the receipts and such.
Will changing my own oil void my Ford warranty?
Long story short: They can’t void your warranty for doing oil yourself, but if you can’t produce records, they may not honor your warranty for a particular repair. Either way, if you do your own, keep records. Or if you have a shop other than the dealer do it, make sure you can get records from them.
Can I do my own maintenance and keep warranty?
You can service your own car and keep the warranty. According to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty act, which is enforced by the Federal Trade Commission, it’s illegal for manufacturers or dealers to void your warranty or deny you coverage because you performed the work yourself.
Can you change your own oil without voiding warranty?
Changing your own oil won’t directly void your manufacturer’s warranty. However, if your car is damaged as a result, the repairs needed won’t be covered by the manufacturer. If you’re going to do your own oil changes, make sure to use the type of oil recommended by the car manufacturer.
Is 10000 miles too long for an oil change?
Many automakers have oil-change intervals at 7,500 or even 10,000 miles and 6 or 12 months for time. Even if you drive fewer miles each year than your automaker suggests changing the oil (say, 6,000 miles, with suggested oil-change intervals at 7,500 miles), you should still be getting that oil changed twice a year.
How many miles can you go over an oil change without voiding warranty?
It used to be normal to change the oil every 3,000 miles, but with modern lubricants most engines today have recommended oil change intervals of 5,000 to 7,500 miles. Moreover, if your car’s engine requires full-synthetic motor oil, it might go as far as 15,000 miles between services!
Do I have to get oil change at dealership to keep warranty?
Short Answer: No. By law, automakers and dealerships cannot make you perform regular maintenance at a dealership for a new car warranty to remain valid.
Can a oil change void your manufacturers warranty?
18 Responses to “Will an oil change void your manufacturers warranty?” Hi there I live in Prince George British Columbia and my husband just bought a 2007 Ford in January 2010, which came with a warranty and he also purchased a $3,000 extended warranty.
Can a manufacturer not cover an oil change?
If you have proof that you have covered all of your responsibilities and the manufacturer still is not covering the repair under warranty, that is where we step in. We have represented many organized drivers in these types of breach of warranty claims and manufacturers have no idea what hit them!
Can you get an oil change at Great Canadian oil change?
We have always gotten his oil changes for the vehicles at Great Canadian Oil Change, but because it isn’t a FORD filter BOTH of the warranties are now void and we are now stuck with a truck that doesn’t work and needs to have a brand new engine which we can’t afford. I purchased a used car with a extended warranty.
Do you need a receipt to change oil?
Those receipts outline the date and mileage of the service. If you choose to change the oil yourself, you want to keep the store receipt and the proof of purchase, as well as keep a written log.