Oil change at dealer with oil additive?

[gzebrick]

An FYI.

I just did a maverick oil change in my garage. 5 qts 0w20 Castrol Edge FULL SYNTHETIC and premium STP oil filter for $36 from AutoZone + got a $10 rebate on the way back. Old oil goes back to AZ for recycling. Easy job and you know it's done right (you'll need to add a little more than 5qts to top it off... I had some extra oil so wasn't an issue for me).

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[AlsMaverick]

Wow.
Cause ya, back then it was rare for oil to make it 5k miles!
Good grief.

It wasn't rare in 2005. My 2001 Ford Ranger has a 5K mile oil change interval. Still rums like a champ.

 

[B2000]

BG products are a Profit Fortifier for dealers.

 

[Cherokee]

In goes a quart of useless additives and that’s one less quart of the proper additives and oil. So basically your running on four quarts of oil not five.

Hoodwinked yes you were. I’d demand a full drain and refill right away.

 

[icegradner]

Most oils have additives already so maybe your dealer has a bare bones oil and they added the additives separately

This, it’s not uncommon for dealerships to use cheap bulk oil to increase profits, rather than using OEM. They can write whatever they want on the service notes.

 

[f1jim]

At my 10,000 mile check I expressly told my dealer not to do the oil change as I did this on a more aggressive schedule. When they were finished I got a bill that included both "oil supplement" and "fuel conditioner" on my bill. I yelled and they reversed the charges. All done without prior authorization so they had no choice. I was disappointed at this attempt to extort additional money from me.
f1jim

 

[CajunMick]

Last year dealer adding Marvel Mystery oil as special stuff. Not doing it now. They probably Listen cause I said it smells like medicine and maybe they thinking cough syrup.

 

[Glen Baker LLC]

As someone who does their own oil changes.
I'm waiting for shrinkflation to shrink the 5 quart jugs down to four quarts.
Then the oil companies will crow about the new lower price and more convenient handling.
As a matter of fact. I'm getting ready to do my 10,000 mile oil change now. Once I get to 25,000.

Less than $45

 

[will soong]

searched the web

BG 115, also known as BG Advanced Formula MOA, is an engine oil additive designed to enhance engine protection and performance. Here are some key features:

• Protection: It helps keep piston rings from sticking, stabilizes oil viscosity, and reduces wear.
  
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• Compatibility: BG 115 is compatible with all brands of engine oil and is suitable for extended oil change intervals.
  
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• Performance: It prevents sludge and varnish formation, reduces exhaust emissions, and improves fuel economy.
  
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• Usage: Add 6 oz. to 3-4 quarts of engine oil, or 11 oz. to 4-6 quarts, depending on the oil capacity.
  
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  For more detailed information, you can visit the official BG Products website.
  
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[happyfer22]

2025 Lariat EB, 5000 kms, went for my first oil change at the local dealer.
Just checked the invoice and they added some BG115 along with the oil. looked online and this is some kind of oil treatment.
Is this standard procedure for an oil change?

Not standard. BG115 is an aftermarket oil additive — it is not required by Ford and is not part of a normal oil change. Adding extra treatments isn’t necessary and can actually dilute the oil’s carefully balanced additive package. It’s surprising that the dealer made that decision on their own without asking.

If it were my truck, I’d go back and ask them to redo the oil change and clearly request no additives at all — just a proper service using oil that meets Ford specifications.

Out of curiosity, how much did they charge you for the oil service? It is always good to know what different dealers are charging.

Be well, enjoy the Maverick

 

[AutobahnSHO]

So in the mail today, I get something from a local dealer telling me I can get a synthetic blend oil change, oil filter, tire rotation, plus various safety checks for $39.99. Regular price is $99.99. I'm too old to F with it, so maybe I'll see what else they are going to try to sell me.

I paid $65 for full synthetic and a filter last week (and changed in my garage). Not a bad deal there.

 

[kevinmccune]

2025 Lariat EB, 5000 kms, went for my first oil change at the local dealer.
Just checked the invoice and they added some BG115 along with the oil. looked online and this is some kind of oil treatment.
Is this standard procedure for an oil change?

no and its not needed.

 

[kevinmccune]

So in the mail today, I get something from a local dealer telling me I can get a synthetic blend oil change, oil filter, tire rotation, plus various safety checks for $39.99. Regular price is $99.99. I'm too old to F with it, so maybe I'll see what else they are going to try to sell me.

they are going to recommend a lot of expensive things,is your mav AWD? if so don't rotate the tires!

 

[Carlitos_92]

they are going to recommend a lot of expensive things,is your mav AWD? if so don't rotate the tires!

Huh? Rotating the tires is still recommended for all Maverick drivetrains. It's right there in the manual.

 

[Realtruck]

Back in the day we used to put oil additives in vehicles with much looser tolerances and internals that relied more on additives like Zinc. Also, the oils back then were not what they are today and sometimes needed those additives. Today the tolerances in a modern engine are much tighter and made to the specific manufacturer oil spec which most modern oil already has anti-wear agents, detergents and friction modifiers making additives unneeded and sometimes pretty harmful. That is just my take though

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