Oil levels

[MahindraPete]

I always follow the instructions regarding the amount of oil required during an oil and filter change (5570 model). However the dip stick always indicates too much oil. No big deal or something to worry about?

 

[Fuddyduddy1952]

I change oil engine warm and let it drain overnight. I'm guessing all of the oil didn't drain out. I wouldn't want it much overfilled, but barely above full no concern.
Is it over full after engine started & circulated?

 

[MahindraPete]

I change oil engine warm and let it drain overnight. I'm guessing all of the oil didn't drain out. I wouldn't want it much overfilled, but barely above full no concern.
Is it over full after engine started & circulated?

Just ran it a few minutes but it was still a bit high after that. Think I’ll try to suction out some oil just to be sure. Thanks for your response.

 

[Roadworthy]

The oil capacity given in the specs is for a new engine. All the oil never drains our unless the engine is disassembled. Go by the dipstick.

 

[gsganzer]

If there's a range on the dipstick, I always fill to the high side of that range, not the middle of the range.

 

[MahindraPete]

The oil capacity given in the specs is for a new engine. All the oil never drains our unless the engine is disassembled. Go by the dipstick.

Thanks! Will do.

 

[DarkBlack]

How much oil discrepancy are you seeing from stated capacity to what actually shows on the top line of the dipstick?

If you’re talking a lot, then, I wouldn’t just assume a dipstick that disagrees with the stated capacity is reading correct , until you’ve proven it’s accurate. Next time you drain, drain it hot, and let it drain for some hours, and measure how much drains out, including oil in the filter.

 

[Opti-Mist]

Don't over think it. Cast oil pans have variable capacity more so than stamped. That said, manufacturers tend to indicate a "safe" range on the dipstick to accommodate that range. As long as you are within the range you are good. Also, does the dipstick screw into the tube? It probably should not be screwed in to check the oil level. Check your operator's manual.

 

[ericm979]

I refill a bit short, run it to fill up the filter, wait, then check the level and add enough to get close to the upper line.

 

[Rockbadchild]

I use the manual amount as a guideline to know how much to purchase and for how much to put in, but the dipstick is the true measurement not what the manual say. When I do my oil change I will put oil in until I am getting close to the manual amount (around half a liter less then recommended) then I check the dip stick and fill to the top of the line of the dip stick. Start the engine let it run for a minute or two, let it settle then check again and refill if required.

I would also not worry with a slight overfill.