Regular maintenance at Capitaland Motors in Glenville NY is just as important to your GMC SUV or truck as regular exercise and good nutrition are to you. A precision-designed, highly-engineered vehicle like your GMC model has more than 30,000 individual parts. Many of them rub against each other, get exposed to dust and grime, and face other daily friction. That's why servicing those components is so vital to your GMC vehicle's health.
What's the most fundamental objective? Regular oil changes
When you picture all those engine parts in constant contact, dealing with all the dirt Mother Nature throws their way, it's easy to see why good engine oil matters. High-quality oil helps eliminate the gunk, cleanses your engine parts and sends the dirt packing. Of course, as you drive around Schenectady, NY, the oil itself can get thick and grimy, so that's why our Certified Service experts recommend draining and refreshing that oil regularly.
How often should you change your oil? The rules have changed
It wasn't all that long ago when service managers almost always recommended oil changes every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. With conventional motor oil, that's still good advice, but with today's advanced synthetic oil, your GMC vehicle may be able to go anywhere from 7,500 to 10,000 miles before your next oil change. The correct oil change interval depends on how you drive and your GMC model may have a system that actually measures that.
Are you saying there's a way to tell exactly when I need an oil change? Exactly
Many GMC SUVs and trucks we sell at Capitaland Motors include a feature that monitors the way you drive and how your vehicle's engine oil is performing. It's called the Oil Life Monitoring System (OLMS). It keeps track of your GMC vehicle's engine revolutions, engine temperature and how many miles you're driving, all to gauge how your oil is holding up. When you see the oil can symbol light up on your dash, it's time for an oil change.
What are the different kinds of motor oils we offer? Good, better and best
In our service center at Capitaland GMC, we offer three choices in motor oil, from a quality conventional motor oil to a top-line full synthetic version. Our "Good" option is ACDelco Gold Conventional Oil with special additives to support your engine. Our "Better" option is ACDelco dexos1™ Full Synthetic Oil, formulated to resist oil breakdown. Our "Best" option is Mobil 1 Full Synthetic Oil with anti-wear properties and outstanding protection.
What's that Multi-point inspection all about? Do I really need it? Yes
With all those thousands of parts constantly operating on your GMC vehicle, or any other car you may drive, you can imagine there's a lot of wear-and-tear going on, as well as the simple passage of time. That's why you and your GMC model will benefit from our free Multi-point inspection. One of our factory-trained Certified Service technicians examines dozens of different operational facets of your vehicle to find areas that need attention.
What does the inspection tell me about my car? More than you might expect
Our Multi-point inspection is worth doing regularly, and it starts by measuring the remaining life of your engine oil. Your Capitaland GMC service technician will also analyze your tires, checking for tread depth and uneven or premature wear. He checks on how your battery is doing, measures critical fluid levels and much more, with a report that tells you what service you need next.
Schedule a service appointment today
One of our service managers will be glad to help you develop a comprehensive program of regular, factory-recommended maintenance, and he can provide a complete list of what's needed, when. Go online or call us to book some time in our service center, whether you just want to talk about a maintenance strategy or you simply want to schedule a specific service. We'll help keep your GMC running great at Capitaland Motors.