First oil change on a brand new car

[Hondafreak2003]

I purchased a new 2013 Honda civic back in November and am curious if the initial oil change interval is different with a new engine. I’ve heard mixed reviews about a shorter interval to get the break in oil out.. others say just go off of the maintenance minder system. Does it matter if you run the break in oil until you get the 10% oil life message?

Comments appreciated!

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[David Aragon]

Before people start on the whole the 3k vs. 7.5k oil change intervals. The new car does not need to have it’s oil changed until either oil change indicator is lit, or 6 months have passed since purchase. I have never had any problems with any of my cars going 7.5k-15k oil intervals using quality OEM spec oils and OEM spec filters.

I would only do change the oil and filter after 500 miles if the engine has been rebuilt, not new.

[college man]

Follow the manuals recommendation. You don’t have to change it
to get the break in stuff out.My recommendation is call the dealership
and see what they recommend for the first change.

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