The oil in the motor vehicle is needed to reduce the friction between the parts, removing heat and combustion products, corrosion protection, engine wear.
It is important to regularly check the level of the liquid in engine. How to properly check the oil level in the engine? A look at the sequence of actions.
1. After the trip, you need to wait 15-20 min., That oil has flown into the crankcase.
2. Then, open the hood and get a dipstick for checking level. If you do not know where it is, it is possible to read the operating instructions cars.
3. To determine the level, you need to wipe the dipstick with a rag or cloth without fibers, inserted into the appropriate opening, and wait a few seconds.
4. Next, pull out the dipstick and determine the oil level, focusing on the markings on the dipstick. The oil film should be located approximately midway between marks «min» and «max».
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The oil in the engine must be topped up when the oil film is almost reached the mark of «min». Experts recommend checking the fluid level every couple of thousand kilometers.
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