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Originally Posted by mick i followed the instruction on the manual. it says runs the engine until it reaches operating temperature then turn off the engine and wait more than
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It takes a great deal longer for all of the oil to get back in the pan.
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This is true, however warm oil expands slightly so you cannot have a truly accurate reading while cold but it can be used as a good ballpark (just make sure it isn't on H when cold).
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