What is a car oil gauge
The automobile oil gauge is a tool used to measure the amount of engine oil, usually located in the engine compartment. There is a pull ring at one end of the oil gauge for the owner to pull out and insert. There are two marks on the oil gauge, the minimum (MIN) and the maximum (MAX), and the area between these marks represents the normal oil level range of the engine .
The function of the oil gauge
measuring oil content : oil ruler can help the owner to check the amount of oil in the engine to ensure that the amount of oil is within a reasonable range, so as to ensure the normal operation of the engine and lubrication .
prevention of failure : by regularly checking the oil gauge, the owner can find out the situation of insufficient or too much oil in time, and avoid engine damage or performance degradation caused by oil problems .
maintenance engine : appropriate amount of oil is essential to the lubrication of the engine, insufficient oil will lead to engine parts wear, and too much oil may cause combustion chamber carbon accumulation and power decline .
How to use an oil gauge
Preparation for inspection : The vehicle needs to be parked on a level road, turn off the engine and wait a few minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan. Wipe the oil gauge with a clean cloth, then reinsert and pull it out again to get an accurate oil level reading .
Reads the oil level : The oil mark on the dipstick should be between the "lowest" and "highest" marks, ideally in the middle or slightly close to the "highest" mark .
The main function of automobile oil gauge is to detect the oil level of engine oil, to help the owner or maintenance personnel to understand the amount of oil and its status, so as to prevent potential failures .
The specific role of the oil gauge
oil level : The oil gauge can accurately measure the height of the oil to ensure that the oil level is within a reasonable range. Usually, there is a clear upper and lower limit mark on the oil gauge, as long as the oil level is between these two marks, it means that the oil amount is appropriate.
prevention of failure : By regularly checking the oil gauge, you can find the situation of insufficient or too much oil in time. Insufficient oil will lead to wear of engine parts, while too much oil may cause carbon accumulation in the combustion chamber, affecting the engine power output.
Judging engine condition : Experienced drivers or maintenance personnel can judge the quality of the oil by the color and transparency of the oil, so as to evaluate the running status of the engine.
The method of using the oil gauge and the frequency of inspection
Usage : Before checking the oil, ensure that the vehicle is on a level ground and the engine is turned off for at least 10 minutes so that the oil can fully return to the oil pan. After pulling out the oil gauge, wipe it clean with a clean rag, reinsert it in the end and then pull it out, and the oil level displayed should be between the upper and lower scale lines.
inspection frequency : It is recommended to check the oil gauge once a week, especially when the vehicle is traveling about 1000 to 2000 kilometers. If the vehicle is new and the oil consumption is not large, it can be inspected and replaced when the oil is changed.
Oil gauge maintenance and maintenance recommendations
Keep it clean : every time after pulling out the oil gauge, wipe it with a clean cloth to avoid impurities entering the hole of the oil gauge.
regular oil change : according to the use of the vehicle and the advice of the maintenance manual, regular oil change to ensure the normal operation of the engine and extend the service life.
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