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[Earthworm]

I'm sure that there's an allowance for overfilling just like there is an allowance for having not enough fluid. I personally like to be as exact as possible.

Anyone have an accurate way of checking the level? I always have a hard time reading the dipstick I can't really tell where the fluid ends, plus each side of the dipstick reads a different level.

[DavieGravy]

This may not be of much help, but I've found that if you pull the dipstick out very quickly after you've cleaned it off and put it back in, the fluid level doesn't smear as much, therefore it's easier to read.

[oab_au]

The main danger in overfilling a auto, is that when the oil heats up, it expands to be forced out the dipstick tube, to ignite on the exhaust header.
No need to go into what happens then!!!!!

I have seen this happen to autos that were towing vans, without being overfilled.
Harvey.

[DavieGravy]

That could be why I've smelt something burning since I got my flush. I won't jump to conclusions, though, rather investigate further when I have some time.

Originally posted by Earthworm
I'm sure that there's an allowance for overfilling just like there is an allowance for having not enough fluid. I personally like to be as exact as possible.

Anyone have an accurate way of checking the level? I always have a hard time reading the dipstick I can't really tell where the fluid ends, plus each side of the dipstick reads a different level.

It was my understanding that the best way to check it was to have the car warmed up, best to do after your drive home from work or maybe a trip to the store. Put it in neutral with the car running and check the fluid.

The two levels are hot and cold, the cold is lower than the hot.