gkd000 Posted May 7, 2018 Share Posted May 7, 2018 Hi again folks. My 98 2.5 Diesel Auto is the model with a gearbox dipstick. I have read a number of different opinions on checking the level, some say check when running others when not running. Mine has the oil level at between low and high when not running, is this correct or do I need to top it up having run through P to 1 and back again and having the engine running to get a level between low and high when running? Advice would be appreciated as this is my last job before I brave an MOT and actually get to use the car. Graham. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gkd000 Posted May 7, 2018 Author Share Posted May 7, 2018 According to the RAVE, should be running, so I will do that (couldn't find it before).... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted May 7, 2018 Share Posted May 7, 2018 Should be in your handbook too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gkd000 Posted May 7, 2018 Author Share Posted May 7, 2018 Didn't come with a handbook. But RAVE is my friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerumo Posted May 8, 2018 Share Posted May 8, 2018 Hi, The standard instruction for all automatic transmmisions is to check oil with engine running always. Oil needs to be drawn into the valve body and other places within before the correct level can be determined with your dipstick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elbekko Posted May 9, 2018 Share Posted May 9, 2018 Yup, running. Select every gear momentarily, put it back in P/N, and check the level. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanis8472 Posted May 9, 2018 Share Posted May 9, 2018 And from cold too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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gkd000 Posted May 14, 2018 Author Share Posted May 14, 2018 All done, thanks for the advice... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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