Hey,

It looks like a total newbie question but you have to admit that it changes from one car to another and people always have different opinions...

Should I check oil when the engine is warm or cold?

It basically shows low when cold and full when hot.

Thanks!

 

I don't know how it would show low when cold and full when hot. When the engine is hot, the oil is distributed throughout the engine/heads so it should read lower. When it's cool and it all drips into the pan, it should read higher.

 

he is right about that! I check it when it's cold and hot but that's just me....lol...

 

Ok thanks, I will do it again tomorrow : right before I start it and after 30 minutes of driving.