The oil dipstick is a special device that allows you to find out the oil level in the power unit and assess the condition of this fluid. It is one of the simplest and at the same time effective ways to control the oil condition. Unfortunately, not everyone succeeds in using the probe correctly the first time.
Instructions
Step 1
Cool the engine or machine under test to normal temperature. If the oil is expanded, there is a risk of incorrect level determination. Please note that sometimes the instruction provides the opposite - the mechanism needs to be warmed up to operating temperature.
Step 2
Pull out the dipstick and examine it carefully. There are special marks on the dipstick. These marks indicate the upper and lower oil levels. Marks can be in the form of serifs, curvatures or the most common holes. Guided by these marks, you can determine the oil level.
Step 3
In most cases, beginners are confused about the oil level readings, as they do this procedure incorrectly. In order to make the measurements correctly, you need to perform all actions slowly and carefully, in between, be sure to wipe the probe with a soft cloth.
Step 4
Remove the dipstick. In this case, the car engine (or other device) must be in an idle state. The only exceptions are devices where the instructions provide for the opposite. For example, an automatic transmission requires a measurement with the gear engaged.
Step 5
You will see that there is some working fluid on the dipstick. Wipe the dipstick with a white cloth or white cloth. This will allow not only cleaning the dipstick, but also immediately assessing the condition of the oil. The oil remaining on the napkin should be light and not have a burnt smell. Also, the presence of various small dark inclusions is unacceptable.
Step 6
Now, put the clean oil dipstick back in its place. Wait a few minutes. Pull the dipstick back out, but now do it slowly and smoothly. Move the dipstick immediately to a horizontal position to prevent the oil from draining from it. You can see the real oil level in the serviced mechanism. It should be between the marked marks.
