Oil overfill after oil change?
09-04-2018, 11:08 PM
#32
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You could remove the oil canister and drain out the filter and the canister. That will probably (guessing) get you 1/4 to 1/2 quart of oil. Save the oil you get from the filter to "top off" the oil level if necessary.
I usually added oil until it was still about 1 line below the Full mark on the electronic readout. That way you know you won't overfill the oil.
I usually added oil until it was still about 1 line below the Full mark on the electronic readout. That way you know you won't overfill the oil.
The stupid deed? I drained the oil before I tried to loosen the canister. I couldn't remove it and didn't want to force it until I had a replacement in hand. But I had to move the car, so I refilled the oil. I'd prefer not to waste the 8L of oil by draining and refilling again. :-/
Last edited by Perci; 09-04-2018 at 11:10 PM. Reason: forgot to mention the model
09-05-2018, 08:24 AM
#34
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09-05-2018, 10:15 AM
#35
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I verified it 3 times and was able to repeat the RMS leak by filling the oil to the top digital gauge level during my last 3 oil changes. The RMS leak will immedately stop after the oil level have dropped below two notches on the gauge. I would think it would be related to the crank case pressure.
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10-23-2021, 10:57 AM
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10-23-2021, 12:02 PM
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10-23-2021, 12:29 PM
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10-23-2021, 02:32 PM
#40
Thank your for the tips on replying. I knew it was an old thread but was offering thoughts on what other issues could be for the benefit of others. I’ll open a new thread next time. Thx again.
09-05-2023, 11:16 PM
#42
Curious about others experience
It's interesting to learn and hear everyone's experience.
Before I always made sure the electronic oil gauge was at max.
I read somewhere recently that the 996 engine oil fluctuates depending on how hard you drive it. If you fill it to like the third or second bar from the top. If you drive it hard. The oil level goes up during the drive.
This post just confused me even more now.
haha
Before I always made sure the electronic oil gauge was at max.
I read somewhere recently that the 996 engine oil fluctuates depending on how hard you drive it. If you fill it to like the third or second bar from the top. If you drive it hard. The oil level goes up during the drive.
This post just confused me even more now.
haha
09-06-2023, 10:06 AM
#44
Rennlist Member
It's interesting to learn and hear everyone's experience.
Before I always made sure the electronic oil gauge was at max.
I read somewhere recently that the 996 engine oil fluctuates depending on how hard you drive it. If you fill it to like the third or second bar from the top. If you drive it hard. The oil level goes up during the drive.
This post just confused me even more now.
haha
Before I always made sure the electronic oil gauge was at max.
I read somewhere recently that the 996 engine oil fluctuates depending on how hard you drive it. If you fill it to like the third or second bar from the top. If you drive it hard. The oil level goes up during the drive.
This post just confused me even more now.
haha
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09-06-2023, 12:45 PM
#45
Three Wheelin'
if your very patient and carefull, you can verify that the low mark to mid mark, at least on my car is 1/3 quart..
The car holds 8 quarts or so ,, 1./3 of a quart aint gonna hurt either way...
The car holds 8 quarts or so ,, 1./3 of a quart aint gonna hurt either way...
