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Overfilling with oil?
I just changed my oil an my oil filter on my Xsara Picasso 2,0 HDI 2001.
However I put 5l of oil in and realised now it is just a tiny bit above the max level on the thread.
I did 200 miles this weekend and no problem what so ever.
Is there a risk to carry on like this?
What is the capacity of the oil I should put? I have been told 4.5 litres, but could not confirm anywhere.
I bought full synthetic oil 5 w 40 as recommended by Euro car parts.
However I put 5l of oil in and realised now it is just a tiny bit above the max level on the thread.
I did 200 miles this weekend and no problem what so ever.
Is there a risk to carry on like this?
What is the capacity of the oil I should put? I have been told 4.5 litres, but could not confirm anywhere.
I bought full synthetic oil 5 w 40 as recommended by Euro car parts.
Asked on 31 July 2012 by MattF
Answered by
Alan Ross
If it is a tiny bit over then you should not have any problems.
Yes 5W /40 is the correct grade and 4.5 Litres is the correct capacity.
In future always err on the low side when topping up/ replacing and also wait a minute for the oil to drain down into the sump before taking a reading.
Run the engine when after filling, for about 3 mins, and then leave for 1 minute - then re check the level.
Yes 5W /40 is the correct grade and 4.5 Litres is the correct capacity.
In future always err on the low side when topping up/ replacing and also wait a minute for the oil to drain down into the sump before taking a reading.
Run the engine when after filling, for about 3 mins, and then leave for 1 minute - then re check the level.
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