so my 370 is burning oil :/

mick · 09-05-2011, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

True. I always check mine in the morning before I start it up.

i followed the instruction on the manual. it says runs the engine until it reaches operating temperature then turn off the engine and wait more than 15 minutes and then check the oil level (section 8-9)

onzedge · 09-05-2011, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by mick

i followed the instruction on the manual. it says runs the engine until it reaches operating temperature then turn off the engine and wait more than 15 minutes and then check the oil level (section 8-9)

It takes a great deal longer for all of the oil to get back in the pan.

ChrisSlicks · 09-05-2011, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

It takes a great deal longer for all of the oil to get back in the pan.

This is true, however warm oil expands slightly so you cannot have a truly accurate reading while cold but it can be used as a good ballpark (just make sure it isn't on H when cold).

mick · 09-05-2011, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

It takes a great deal longer for all of the oil to get back in the pan.

thanks. i checked it again just now with the engine not running for over 20 hours and the oil level was at the same level as when i last checked it.

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