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Old Apr 7, 2016 | 10:48 PM
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Oil Level Indicator on very low

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I was checking my OIL today on the dash and noticed this..
oil level at the min.. since we don't have a dip stick I can't check the oil, but would like to get some info if anyone had this on the past..

this mean i'm on the very low oil ? or just maybe a Qt ..
last oil changed was at 11,700 now I have 19k
 
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Old Apr 8, 2016 | 03:20 AM
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Just add oil. I went down one segment, about 340 ml. and just added about 1/3 of a quart. When was the last time you checked your oil?
 
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You are low on oil. Simply add a Q or a little less not to overfill. Happened all the time on my C4S.
 
Old Apr 8, 2016 | 04:23 AM
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Originally Posted by solrac6262
Hi all,


I was checking my OIL today on the dash and noticed this..
oil level at the min.. since we don't have a dip stick I can't check the oil, but would like to get some info if anyone had this on the past..

this mean i'm on the very low oil ? or just maybe a Qt ..
last oil changed was at 11,700 now I have 19k
Your kidding, right?
 
Old Apr 8, 2016 | 04:41 AM
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It's too late now, the damage is already done. On top of that, the DME has recorded an 'event', so Porsche knows about it.
 
Old Apr 8, 2016 | 06:15 AM
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Your kidding, right?
why?
 
Old Apr 8, 2016 | 06:38 AM
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I would add oil. But I'm no expert...
 
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The dealership can add some oil for about $150..... (just kidding) Add some oil to the engine and drive it.)
 
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Add 1/2 quart.
 
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So to recap, add oil.... 1/2 quart or so then drive and await measurement.
 
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Dealer should top off your oil for free. They do that here for all fluids if you bring it into your service manager anytime!
 
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Thanks guys, I went to autozone they don't stock mobil 1. But they have castrol 5w-40 is this one ok?
 
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I'd stick with mobile. You should not mix brands.
 
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I'm more concerned since I was trying to get an oil sample, but I couldn't get any, looks like the thing is empty if this was the case, am I supposed to get a freaking warning sign of low oil? Or do not drive, dealer all ways mentions this cars have like 1000+. Sensors hummm
 

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If it is green, you are still OK. If display turns yellow, then you need to add oil immediately. If red, then its bad news.
 


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