Can You Directly Add More Engine Oil If It's Low?

[JeremiahRose]

If the engine oil is low, you can generally top it up yourself. However, the oil you add must be of the same brand and model; mixing different types is not allowed. Additionally, oil that has been used for less than a year can be topped up, but oil that has been in use for over a year is usually ineffective and not recommended for use. Before adding oil, car owners must learn how to check if their vehicle has sufficient oil: turn off the engine and open the hood. Locate the dipstick, wipe it clean with a cloth. Reinsert the clean and dry dipstick, then pull it out after three minutes. Observe the oil level on the dipstick. Normally, the dipstick has two marks, H and L. When the oil level is between these two marks, it indicates that the oil level is sufficient, and the car can operate normally.