Checking oil
Posted on October 10, 2009
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A car’s engine must always have the right amount of oil. Otherwise, it can be seriously damaged. Checking the oil level of your car is pretty much simple and does not require the attention of a mechanic.
The oil dipstick is usually can be found sticking on one side of the engine. Newer car models have dipsticks that have brightly colored handles such as yellow, red, and orange for easy spotting.
Check the oil level at least every other week (I do it once a week). Make sure that the engine is cold and the car is on a level surface (no point in checking if your car is parked on an inclined street).
To check, have a rag handy. Pull the dipstick and wipe it clean with the rag. Return it, making sure that the stick is fully inserted. Pull it once again and check the oil mark. If it is between upper and lower limits on the dipstick then the oil is still fine. If it is below the lower limits (and if the oil�s color has become really black), then your car is in need of an oil change.
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