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how do i check my engine oil
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1. Park your car on a leveled surface and wait for the engine to cool down if it has been running.
2. After the engine is cool, open the hood of your car
3. Look for the oil dipstick which is a long thin rod with a loop or handle on the end. Its location depends on the model of your car, it could be at the front or rear of the engine bay.
4. Once you locate it, pull the handle/loop and remove the dipstick completely from the tube.
5. Wipe off the oil from the dipstick using a clean cloth or rag.
6. After cleaning, reinsert the dipstick fully back into the tube, then pull it out again but this time do it slowly.
7. Look at both sides of the dipstick to check the oil. The oil should be between the two marks or holes named "Add" & "Full". If it's below the lower mark, you will need to add oil.
8. The color and consistency of the oil can also tell you a lot. It should be clear and brownish-yellow. If it's too thick, black, or has particles in it, you might need to change it.
9. Finally, if everything is good, reinsert the dipstick back into the tube and close the hood.
Remember to always follow the manufacturer's guidelines and if there's any problem or doubt, get in contact with a professional.
2. After the engine is cool, open the hood of your car
3. Look for the oil dipstick which is a long thin rod with a loop or handle on the end. Its location depends on the model of your car, it could be at the front or rear of the engine bay.
4. Once you locate it, pull the handle/loop and remove the dipstick completely from the tube.
5. Wipe off the oil from the dipstick using a clean cloth or rag.
6. After cleaning, reinsert the dipstick fully back into the tube, then pull it out again but this time do it slowly.
7. Look at both sides of the dipstick to check the oil. The oil should be between the two marks or holes named "Add" & "Full". If it's below the lower mark, you will need to add oil.
8. The color and consistency of the oil can also tell you a lot. It should be clear and brownish-yellow. If it's too thick, black, or has particles in it, you might need to change it.
9. Finally, if everything is good, reinsert the dipstick back into the tube and close the hood.
Remember to always follow the manufacturer's guidelines and if there's any problem or doubt, get in contact with a professional.
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