What is the best position to add engine oil in a car?
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Generally, the engine oil level should be maintained between the minimum and maximum marks on the dipstick. The specific steps to check the oil level are as follows: 1. Locate the dipstick handle in the engine compartment and prepare a piece of tissue. 2. Pull out the dipstick, use the tissue to wipe the dipstick head clean, and observe the scale marks on the dipstick (usually the lower and upper limits). 3. Reinsert the cleaned dipstick, then pull it out again. This time, observe the oil adhering to the end of the dipstick. 4. By examining the oil on the dipstick, you can determine the highest oil level in the engine. If the oil level is between the lower and upper limits, this is the optimal position, indicating the most appropriate amount of oil in the engine.
From my car repair experience, the ideal oil level is between the upper and lower marks on the dipstick, slightly closer to the upper limit but not exceeding it. When checking, park the car on a flat surface, turn off the engine for a few minutes to let it cool, pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, reinsert it, and then check the oil mark. If the oil exceeds the upper limit, it can enter the combustion chamber, causing white smoke and damaging components; if it's below the lower limit, the engine will experience increased friction, overheating, loud noises, and faster wear. I check it every thousand kilometers to maintain it at the 3/4 mark, which extends engine life and is also fuel-efficient. If the oil level is low, top it up promptly with new oil to avoid potential issues.
