measuring engine oil

[knz1029]

When is the best time to measure the engine oil on my2003 c class coupe. Many thanks

 

[WOODYTHEWISE]

10.33 pm on a Tuesday...Sorry....when the engine is warm, parked on level ground for more than two minutes with the engine off

 

[panason1c]

I would say to check the oil level prior to the first engine start of the day. This ensures that all the oil has drained into the sump overnight and gives you an exact oil level reading. (car on level ground of course)

 

[grumpyoldgit]

User manual says to check it with the engine at normal operating temperature, on level ground and after the engine has been turned off for five minutes.

I don't think the check function will work with a cold engine.
I'm assuming that yours is minus a dipstick the same as mine.

 

[knz1029]

Thanks I'll try both, should the reading be 6.5/7?? Many thankS

 

[Rory]

6.5L. I always do mine stone cold. Don't overfill it or you'll get a high oil level warning when the engine is hot. I've seen mine as low as 5L and it still wasn't asking for more oil.

 

[rf065]

I don't think the check function will work with a cold engine.
I'm assuming that yours is minus a dipstick the same as mine.

Mine does.

Russ

 

[tode]

The oil level is lower in a cold engine than when at working temp.

Oil level should be checked at working conditions. (Although you can look before starting to see if there is any in there )