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Discussion in '308/328' started by hanknum, Jun 21, 2011.

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  1. hanknum

    hanknum Formula 3

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    #1 hanknum, Jun 21, 2011
    For years now I've noticed that the level reading on the dipstick is different from one side of the dipstick to the other. Not sure how this could be...even if it were inserted into the fluid at an extreme angle, the difference should be minimal. I seem to see a difference of about 1/8-1/4". AND, it always seems that the side with the markings is lower. Anyone else experience this?
     
  2. mike996

    mike996 F1 Veteran

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    #2 mike996, Jun 21, 2011
    I have never noticed that.

    But I wouldn't worry about it. FWIW I just ensure the oil level is around the midway point in normal checking. When changing oil I fill it to just a shade below the full mark. I don't add any unless it gets to the add mark. I have never had to add oil between changes (3000 miles).
     
  3. Brian Harper

    Brian Harper F1 Rookie
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    #3 Brian Harper, Jun 21, 2011
    My WAG is that it hits something on the way in or out and pushes a bit of oil up that side of the stick.

    Or perhaps you are checking it under hard braking or acceleration?
     

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