How to check your engine oil in 5 easy steps.
• Step 1
Ensure your vehicle is switched off and parked on level ground to ensure the reading is accurate. Allow the vehicle to cool down for +- 10-20 minutes.
• Step 2
Remove the dipstick and wipe off the excess oil with a clean lint-free cloth or paper towel.
• Step 3
Re-insert the dipstick, wait for a second before removing it again. Some vehicles will have a line marked FULL and others will have a textured area.
• Step 4
If the oil level is normal, re-insert back into the tube.
• Step 5
If the Oil level is low/dirty
Feel the texture of the oil with your fingers, if the oil feels/appear gritty, black, milky or thick. It might be time for an oil change.
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