Miata Mailing List: February 2000, Message #59

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In a message dated 00-02-01 10:55:03 EST, ctmajor@samford.edu writes:

<< What's the recommended oil change interval w/sybthetics such as Mobil 1? 
The usual 3k dino oil interval, or something longer? >>

I might be overcareful, but, as frequent oil changes are perhaps the single 
best thing that one can do for the health of one's engine, I would stand by 
the 3K standard. 

I have no doubt that manufacturer's recommendations might vary from the 
above, but I see no reason to skimp on a fairly easy maintenance routine. I 
change filter every other oil change and stick to Mazda OEM filters 
pre-filled with oil before installation as a precaution againt lifter noise 
at startup.

Note that mileage is not the only criterion for oil chnages, but also your 
driving habite. Frequent short trips or underusage of the car might require 
amending the 3000 K miles interval to a more frequent one, maybe based on 
time elapsed.

BB -- Sonja C.