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Engine Oil Change now or later?

Tiny
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  • 2008 MITSUBISHI 3000GT
  • 55,000 MILES
My usual service (changing oil and filter) is usually every 5,000 Kms. I reached now 4,700 kms but i'm going for vacation for one month! So would it be better to change it now or keep the current oil inside? Some people told me: keep the current one cause u r not gonna use, any advice?
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Thursday, February 9th, 2012 AT 5:43 AM

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Tiny
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We change oil because it collects dirt to be delivered to the filter and the additives break down from heat. Neither of those things happen when the engine is just sitting.
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Thursday, February 9th, 2012 AT 6:37 AM
Tiny
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Thanks for your help
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