Eli5 what does 10% oil life mean?

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Does it mean I should use up the last 10% and then get my oil changed otherwise I would just be throwing money out the window (the last 10% of use)? Or does it mean get the oil changed right now because my oil is gross.

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I read through many responses and didn’t see the one I was looking for. It is just your car letting you know it is time to get an oil change. If it will take you a week or so to get around to it, just know it’s time. That last “10%” isn’t wasted or saved, it’s just to let you know time is running out. Most car warranties require regular oil changes within some predetermined window. Oil is oil is oil, the brand doesn’t matter at all as long as it is CLEAN. Get it changed regularly and it WILL prolong the life of your engine.

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