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Heres a look at fivescams to know aboutbefore you head in for your next oil change.
Phantom Change
You may have heard about this classic scam.
Unnecessary Filter Changes
Youve probably experienced some high-pressure sales tactics when it comes to vehicles.
This is one involved filter changes you dont need.
Speaking of which, double-check to look over your final bill.
This quick check could save you a good deal of money.
Though this kind of oil does offer certain advantages, it may not be necessary for your vehicle.
Missing Oil Cap
This can be a frustrating scam.
Yet, some mechanics will intentionally leave the oil cap off after your oil change.
The easy solution here is to verify the oil cap is securely in place before you leave the shop.
Thats because it may be difficult to gauge if the mechanic is rushing your oil change.
However,rushed oil changescan cause improper installations of filters, underfilling your oil and other issues.
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