checking engine oil?

[Ralphie]

I'm really sorry if this is in the wrong section-

What's the deal with checking the engine oil? When car is cold or warm?

I thought it was checked cold...I did and it showed no oil...

So I checked the owners manual and it didn't specify.

I then checked warm and it barely showed anything?

I know it leaks slightly from time to time...I just don't want to overfil if I'm reading it wrong...I know most cars are read cold but its always at the manufactueres discrecion.

So?

 

[Jephu]

Engine oil - cold
Transmission oil - warm

http://www.wikihow.com/Check-the-Fluids-in-a-Car

You need to add oil asap.

 

[RedRyder]

Yes, check engine oil when cold.

 

[DarkSideAccord]

oil circulates when warm/hot, so u can't get a good reading when it's warm/hot

 

[Frisky Arab]

You have to find a perfect ballance between hot and cold. Only then can you unlock the secrets to reading the almighty dipstick.

 

[Ralphie]

Engine oil - cold
Transmission oil - warm

http://www.wikihow.com/Check-the-Fluids-in-a-Car

You need to add oil asap.

Ok will do, thanks!
Thats what i thought...Engine cold-trans-warm

Yes, check engine oil when cold.

Ok thanks!

oil circulates when warm/hot, so u can't get a good reading when it's warm/hot

Ya i figured when the oil is cold, and settled, itll give a better reading.

You have to find a perfect ballance between hot and cold. Only then can you unlock the secrets to reading the almighty dipstick.

Hmmmm that sounds tricky.

 

[RedRyder]

I guess it goes without saying, but make sure you're not parked on an incline.