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Old Aug 4, 2004 | 08:03 AM
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Default 2004 EX V6 - Oil Change - When?

Hi, I bought my Accord V6 Coupe 6spd in mid-Feburary 2004. I didn't drive it until about late April though as I had it stored for a harsh winter. I drive typically about 40 miles per day which equates to 200-250 miles per week. I travel occasionally so at this date (August 3rd), the car only has 2600 miles on it.

Question: Should the oil be changed? I have Mobil 1 0W-20 (which I have learned is the correct oil), but I am concerned that I need to wait until about 3500 miles to change the oil as it's the 'break-in oil'. The owner's manual and Honda website both strongly recommend leaving this oil in for 7500 miles (which I think is a little excessive). I am equally concerned because I have never had a car with the same oil in it for 6 months!!? Does time matter in this case? Or is it mileage. I am not on the 'severe' schedule, so ...

Anyone have any good suggestions? I need the facts ... Thanks!!!
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