How to Check Vehicle Engine Oil?
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To check the vehicle's engine oil, please visit a professional 4S dealership for inspection. Here are the specific details about vehicle engine oil: 1. Engine oil is engine lubricant: Its importance can be compared to the "blood" of a car, ensuring the normal operation of the engine. 2. Functions of engine oil: Engine oil serves seven major functions in the engine: lubrication, cooling, rust prevention, cleaning, sealing, anti-wear, and shock absorption. Therefore, the adequacy of the oil level and the condition of the oil directly affect the normal operation of the engine. 3. Engine oil indicator: Understanding the engine oil indicator is crucial for driving safety. Typically, you can see an icon shaped like an oil can inside the car. This icon is the engine oil pressure indicator light. When this oil indicator light comes on, it means the lubrication system has lost pressure, and you should immediately stop the vehicle and turn off the engine for inspection.
When I first bought my car, I also didn't know how to check the engine oil. Later, an experienced driver taught me step by step. First, park the car on level ground, turn off the engine, and wait ten minutes for the oil to settle. Open the engine hood and locate the dipstick, usually a metal rod with a bright-colored handle. Pull it out, wipe it clean, then reinsert it fully. Wait a few seconds before pulling it out again for the most accurate reading. The oil mark should be between the upper and lower limits to be considered normal. If it's below the lower limit, you should top it up with the same type of oil. I check it every week before commuting, also taking a look at the oil color—clear amber is best. If it turns as dark as soy sauce or has impurities, it's time for a change even if the mileage hasn't been reached. Checking when the engine is cold is most accurate; checking right after turning off a hot engine might lead to misjudgment.
