How and when to use the oil dip stick? - Page 2 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

sixto · #16 10-08-2017, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Hellcat94

I hope this doesn't seem too ridiculous, but when do you check the oil? When the engine is cold or when its warm?

Seems to me that the question was answered with clarification. Literally, too.

Me = cold, day after oil change then about monthly if not equipped with oil level warning light.

Sixto
98 E320s sedan and wagon

vstech · #17 10-08-2017, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Hellcat94

its a OM617A benzo 5 banga DT

This engine does not care when you check it if the oil is on a proper change interval.

2 minutes after engine shut down, after a full night of sitting... it won’t care. The oil will be black as coal minutes after changing the oil, and the dipstick is wide and easily marked.

I defy you to see a measurable difference on this motor no matter when you check it, if the motor is off, and the vehicle is parked on a mostly level surface.

vstech · #18 10-08-2017, 12:31 PM

Transmission fluid? Now that is critical to check after the vehicle is fully warmed up, with the motor in park, and parked on as close to a level surface as you can find...

koooop · #19 10-08-2017, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by tdoublenastywitit

U guys literally DID NOT answer his question....(besides one person) Just went on and on about yourselves. (The one problem that often arises on all forums it seems) he didnt ask when u guys chexk ur oil. He asked when to check it his, not how often but specifically when.

U can chexk it hot or cold but the engine has to be off. If u chexk it hot, like right after u turn your car off, u need to wait 5 or even better 10 mins. That way all the oil falls back dowb to the pan. If the engine has sat long enoigh to be cold that means all the oil has seeped back down to the pan for sure so thats always your best bet.

Dont chexk it when engine is running because most of the oil will be up in your engine and not in the pan

We were just letting you have the glory.

torsionbar · #20 10-08-2017, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by tdoublenastywitit

U guys literally DID NOT answer his question....(besides one person) Just went on and on about yourselves. (The one problem that often arises on all forums it seems) he didnt ask when u guys chexk ur oil. He asked when to check it his, not how often but specifically when.

Ah yes, good point. Personally, I like to check my oil level every Tuesday.

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Originally Posted by tdoublenastywitit

U can chexk it hot or cold but the engine has to be off. If u chexk it hot, like right after u turn your car off, u need to wait 5 or even better 10 mins.

Not true for every car. Dry sump engines require the engine to be running to check the oil level. The Mercedes GTS 4.0 engine for example, or any Porsche 911.

tangofox007 · #21 10-08-2017, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by tdoublenastywitit

...he didnt ask when u guys chexk ur oil. He asked when to check it his...

Sure about that?

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Originally Posted by Hellcat94

I hope this doesn't seem too ridiculous, but when do you check the oil?

tdoublenastywitit · #22 10-09-2017, 07:59 AM

I mean he didnt ask "how often to do u guys check it?"

He asked do u check it on a hot or cold engine and how to use the dipstick ... And im sure

tdoublenastywitit · #23 10-09-2017, 08:01 AM

And hes not talking Bout a porche or a gts 4.0 he is talking about a 300d...

cornemuse · #24 10-09-2017, 09:55 AM

I check at every fuel-up, so, I guess, check when warm/hot, , , or, you can check it cold, , , , coke pepsi, ford chev, , , ,

Bimmer-Bob · #25 10-09-2017, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by tdoublenastywitit

I mean he didnt ask "how often to do u guys check it?"

He asked do u check it on a hot or cold engine and how to use the dipstick ... And im sure

Yeah, but lots of the answers before you talked about hot vs cold engines. I'm confused...

sixto · #26 10-09-2017, 02:43 PM

Check more frequently if there are leaks or known consumption.

Sixto
98 E320s sedan and wagon

alghamedGT · #27 10-09-2017, 06:04 PM

there is no need for you to worry about cold or warm
because there isnt much big differences
minor difference not a big deal
just keep your engine lubricated
proper quality oil change
your engine will love you
and keep your oil level not exacly but just around max , cold or hot it does not matter
because slightly above max or slighlty under max will not destroy your engine

For me i usually check when cold because im used to check my car fluids every morning
old timed habit from my dad

Hellcat94 · #28 10-13-2017, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Diseasel300

It's assumed that nobody is going to check the oil with the engine running. If they did, they'd quickly learn why you don't. Especially on an old diesel.

Like the 6th month of ownership I pulled into my driveway, opened the hood and pulled the dipstick. So much nope. Stuck that stick right back where I got it just in time!
Mount Rotella nearly erupted straight out the tube!

THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR ANSWERS!!! I think I'm going to find my cold mark after my next oil change, and I'm going to use that as my regular check. I have been using the 10 minute method for a long time now, I'm going to use that on road trips like I always have!

Think I'll check my oil 48 seconds after brunch every 2nd Sunday right before high noon. 3 times, just to be accurate.

Diseasel300 · #29 10-13-2017, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Hellcat94

Like the 6th month of ownership I pulled into my driveway, opened the hood and pulled the dipstick. So much nope. Stuck that stick right back where I got it just in time!
Mount Rotella nearly erupted straight out the tube!

Anyone with curiosity only does that ONCE! I learned the lesson of checking the oil with the engine stopped when I was 12. We had an old mower that didn't have a lever brake on the handle and I forgot to check the oil before I started it. Rather than stop it and check the level, I opened the cap and turned my face, neck, and chest black! You only do it once and then never forget!

rocky raccoon · #30 10-13-2017, 05:45 PM

Why does this simple-ass thread have such long legs?