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lil3520
08-01-2010, 08:19
should oil level check by dipstick done when oil is cold or warm ?

lil3520
08-01-2010, 08:44
Some people say cold, some people say warm

which one is it please

GlanzaV
08-01-2010, 09:12
It should be checked when the engine hasn't been run for a period (which implies cold) because as soon as you turn on the engine it will start to be pumped around the head, block etc and give you a lower level reading.

lil3520
08-01-2010, 09:15
Cheers,

will check this morning before i go out.

Should be cold enough !!!!!!!!