engine on or off? after its been running all day or first start of the day? does it matter?
2006-12-08 02:20:34 · 5 answers · asked by Freakgirl 7 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
engine should be shut off AFTER it has been warmed up, then wait a few minutes for the oil to settle down. then check the level.
2006-12-08 02:24:32 · answer #1 · answered by ___ 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I try to check it when the car has been running for awhile. Turn off the car and wait about 5 min for the oil to drain from the crankcase. Check the level then.
This is why checking it at a gas station is a perfect time. You had to drive to get there, and it takes 5 min to fill the tank.
2006-12-08 02:25:57 · answer #2 · answered by Jerry J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
engine off, if it's been running let set for 5 min.then pull dipstick,wipe off insert,remove check level on stick.
2006-12-08 02:27:18 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the best time to check it is in the morning.park your car on a level surface,pull out the dip stick and wipe it off,put it back in and then pull it back out and read it,if its showing low,put some in it.
2006-12-08 05:04:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
engine off.best before you start it up.you can check it after it has been running but it will be very hot.
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2006-12-08 02:41:45 · answer #5 · answered by moe h 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋