Scheduled maintenance

Oil Change

Regular oil changes are one of the simplest ways to protect a marine engine, and one of the easiest to put off. American Marine handles routine oil and filter changes for outboards, inboards, and sterndrives, using manufacturer recommended oil and filters so your engine stays protected all season long.

What's included

A Complete Oil Change Done Right

Engine oil & filter

A full oil and filter change using oil that meets each manufacturer's specification for your engine.

Lower unit gear oil

Gear oil in the lower unit checked and changed, an easy way to catch a failing seal before it becomes a bigger repair.

Contamination check

Used oil inspected for metal shavings or water, an early warning sign of a problem developing inside the engine.

Proper disposal

Used oil and filters disposed of properly, so you do not have to deal with hauling it away yourself.

Why it matters

Why Oil Changes Are Not Optional

Marine engines work harder

Boat engines often run at higher, more sustained RPM than a car ever does, which puts more stress on oil and shortens its useful life.

Small problems show up early

Metal shavings or water in old oil can be the first sign of a developing issue, caught early instead of after a breakdown.

Keeps your warranty intact

Manufacturers typically require documented, regular maintenance to keep engine warranty coverage valid, and oil changes are part of that record.

Stay ahead of engine wear

Most manufacturers recommend an oil change once a season or after a set number of hours, whichever comes first. Stop in and we will get your engine on the right schedule.

Submit Your Oil Change Request

Keep your engine protected all season, reach out and we will get you scheduled.