Is it a problem if the engine oil is slightly above the upper limit?
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Adding engine oil beyond the upper limit can have several negative effects on the engine, including reduced power, increased fuel consumption, more carbon deposits, worsened exhaust emissions, and engine oil leaks. Below are the methods for adding engine oil and measuring it: 1. Method for adding engine oil: There is a yellow pull ring in the engine compartment, which is the engine oil dipstick. Pull it out, and at the very bottom of the dipstick, there are two marked lines (or sometimes two holes), representing the upper and lower limits of the engine oil. The engine oil level must always be maintained between these two marks—neither too much nor too little. 2. Do not measure the oil while the engine is running or immediately after stopping the engine, as this can lead to inaccuracies. Generally, you should wait at least 15 minutes after the vehicle has been turned off and is stationary, allowing the oil to fully return to the oil pan before checking. Additionally, ensure the car is parked on a level surface (if the car does not move when the handbrake is released and the gear is in neutral, the surface is level). 3. Measuring method: Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe it clean with a tissue, reinsert it, then pull it out again to check the oil level.
