Can I add engine oil myself if it's low?
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You can directly add engine oil yourself if it's low. However, you must ensure that the oil you add is of the same brand and type, and mixing different oils is not allowed. Additionally, opened engine oil can be used for topping up if it's been less than a year since opening, but oil that's been opened for over a year is generally ineffective and not recommended for use. Below are the steps to check the engine oil level: 1. Park the car and turn off the engine, then open the hood. 2. Locate the dipstick and wipe it clean with a cloth. 3. Reinsert the clean and dry dipstick, wait for three minutes, then pull it out. 4. Observe where the oil level is on the dipstick. Typically, dipsticks have two marks, H (High) and L (Low). If the oil level is between these two marks, it indicates that the oil level is sufficient and the car can operate normally.