oil change
[/ɔɪl tʃeɪndʒ/]
nounpl: oil changes
troca de óleo
1. the process of draining old motor oil from an engine and replacing it with fresh oil
I need to get an oil change for my car next week.
Preciso fazer uma troca de óleo no meu carro na próxima semana.
2. a routine automotive maintenance service
Most mechanics recommend an oil change every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.
A maioria dos mecânicos recomenda uma troca de óleo a cada 5.000 km aproximadamente.
Oil changes are a critical part of vehicle maintenance in both American and Brazilian cultures. In Brazil, 'troca de óleo' is commonly performed at auto repair shops and gas stations. The frequency recommendation may vary by climate and driving conditions; Brazil's hot climate may require more frequent changes. This is typically considered routine preventive maintenance and is often one of the first services recommended to vehicle owners.
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