05 service questions
 

Got a question about my 05 GT. The owners manuel says you should change the oil every 5,000 miles. Should I really wait that long? And that 15,000 miles big check-up, is that REALLY necessary. Or does the dealer just want to make money? Should I stick with the dealer for service or use just a regular mechanic somewhere else?

Re: 05 service questions
 

I would change the oil after the first 500 miles, then 1k then 2k. After that every 3k is fine unless it looks clean, then go longer. Regular oil.

I start looking at my oil around 3k. Give or take a K I change it when it looks bad. Regular oil.

I'll go 7k with synthetic with changing a filter at 3,500 miles and topping off, or if real dirty I change it no matter how many miles.

Putting around and beating on your car will affect the time between changes. Use this as a guide.

Re: 05 service questions
 

Thank-you Frank. I have 700 miles, so I think I'll change it tomorrow.

Susan