Just wanted some feedback on the oil life monitor in the DIC. I switched to synthetic on July 11th, 1829 miles (Penzoil). We've got 9145 miles as of Oct 4th. So it's been about 3 months (85 days) and 7316 miles since the oil change. I was under the impression that a general rule of thumb for synthetic was 7500 miles, so I'm surprised (pleasantly) that the oil life on the DIC is still at 27%.
From previous posts, I know that the oil life monitor does more than just track the miles & time since the last change, but if you use the DIC life to project the next oil change, it'll be around 10000 miles & 4 months. I just wanted to make sure this sounded right to the knowledgeable folks on this board, or if I should change it sooner.
In general, should I use a number on the DIC as a prompt to change (i.e. 5% life remaining), or just pick a mileage / time number? I assume the DIC is accurate, but just wanna be sure. Thanks!
From previous posts, I know that the oil life monitor does more than just track the miles & time since the last change, but if you use the DIC life to project the next oil change, it'll be around 10000 miles & 4 months. I just wanted to make sure this sounded right to the knowledgeable folks on this board, or if I should change it sooner.
In general, should I use a number on the DIC as a prompt to change (i.e. 5% life remaining), or just pick a mileage / time number? I assume the DIC is accurate, but just wanna be sure. Thanks!
