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Can you change your oil when the car is hot?
I’m changing my own oil for the first time and I’m just wondering, is it safe to change my oil when the engine is still hot? Or is that dangerous/bad idea?
Patrick Price · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Great question! Changing your own oil is a great introduction to handling some of your car maintenance yourself! In answer to your question, yes–it is perfectly safe to change your oil when the engine is hot. Just be careful not to directly touch any components that are especially toasty. You don’t want to burn yourself!
You may have heard someone tell you to wait until the engine is cold to change the oil–this is not correct. Not only can you change your oil when the car is hot, but that’s actually when you should change your oil.
Changing your oil when the car is hot will make the oil drain more quickly. It will also carry more debris and contaminants out with it when it’s warm.
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