Thanks. I'll drop some oil this weekend.

 

Definitely too high. Add thermal expansion and it gets higher.

I keep mine so the top two full bars are off. Better to avoid mist and AOS problems. But remove just a bit at a time.

 

Agree, thanks for your feedback!

 

Question: Do I need to replace the drain plug if I remove it to drain some oil?

 

I don't think you'll get that plug back in without making a huge mess. Honestly, I'd go buy a clean bucket from Home Depot or somewhere and drain the oil, then pour it back in with a quart less, then start adding until you get the level right. Get it above the bottom arrow cold, then check it warm like you're supposed to to set the final level.

Maybe if you're really patient you can get the plug loose enough to cause, a slow drop into a measuring cup, then retorque it after a 1/2 quart has been removed, but I wouldn't pull that plug completely unless you're using the bucket.

With the 997.1 cars you can remove the filter a couple times without all the oil coming out, but I don't think this works on the .2s because of the placement and orientation of the filter.

 

Great advice, thanks. I have a project today..

 

Yep, it is going to be tough to remove just a bit of oil.... I suspect you will need to remove 1/2 quart as a target. I never did this, but maybe you could loosen the plug to just before it releases and then jiggle it.... may take a while to get that 1/2 quart out. But of course, if you go too far, you will have a flood and jamming the plug back in while in full flow as Mr Petza noted will be a total mess. I think Mr. Petza is correct in that just assume you are doing an oil change but use a clean tub..... then refill.

I think you should take this draining very seriously.... I suspect if you are just over the top fill mark, like you are, it is fine given the car is designed for heavy sloshing from track work.... but getting the dash light.... hmmm..... for me, I would not drive the car until I could remedy the situation.

Peace
Bruce in Philly

 

Yes, I'll have a oil tub under the car to catch any drippings. It was just changed 500 miles ago so if I have to put some back in it won't be a problem. Thanks!

 

Good luck Bob.

I assume you found a great Indy in Delaware.

Hope all is well.

Mark

 

How do you check the oil level on a 997.2 with the engine cold?

 

[QUOTE=mjsporsche;16730227]Good luck Bob.

I assume you found a great Indy in Delaware.

Hope all is well.

Mark[/QUOTE
LOL if I did I wouldn't be trying to drain a quart of oil from the car. The #2 guy that changed the oil at the shop I always went to overfilled it by accident.

 

Yeah well I tried but have it going to an Indy that works on German cars on Monday. You need a lift to get proper leverage. Reporting back on Tuesday..

 

If you need that much leverage, someone has over tightened that drain plug. It only takes 19 ft lbs.

 

The oil drain plug is 37 ft. lbs. The oil filter housing is 19 ft. lbs.

 

NO, do not tighten the oil drain plug to that number. You'll eventually crack or strip the pan. Tighten it to 19 ft lbs - no more.