Monday, April 20, 2015

Adding Oil to Your Vehicle

How to add oil

Use the grade of oil recommended in the owner’s manual. It will usually have a designation such as 5W 30 or 10W 40. You can buy it by the quart at any service station or auto-parts store, as well as in many supermarkets and discount retailers.
To add oil, remove the oil filler cap, usually located on top of the engine. Since over-filling with oil is bad for the engine, you should add oil a little at a time. Start by adding about half a quart. Using a funnel helps avoid spills. Wait a minute or so and check the dipstick again. If the level is still below or near the minimum mark, add the rest of the quart. Unless your engine is leaking or burning oil (or if you haven’t checked it in awhile) you will rarely need to add more than a quart. However, if a second quart is needed, add that in slowly as well, checking as you go.
Screw the oil filler cap back on securely, and you’re done.

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