The endless oil change-one final problem - Page 2 - 6SpeedOnline

Jul 16, 2012 | 02:57 PM

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FI_FTW

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Originally Posted by Edward Jones

thanks guys!! you're right, I had to drive for 15 nerve wracking minutes, wondering if I had enough oil, before computer would register oil level. I prefer Boxster system which measures cold. No idea why they measure hot oil on 911tt?

I definitely prefer a good ol' dipstick. Unfortunately more and more new cars go fully electronic. Kind of annoying.

Jul 16, 2012 | 03:05 PM

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pumalex

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yes, even at idle it needs probably around 15 minutes before it starts reading something. It is annoying but it is a "normal" problem.

Jul 16, 2012 | 03:12 PM

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'02996ttx50

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problem solved lol.

Jul 16, 2012 | 03:59 PM

#19

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Agreed. Oil warms much slower than water. Take it for a 5-10 drive. The oil isn't warmed up enough.

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Originally Posted by raineycd

The oil temp is not the same as the coolant temp. So be patient and let her warm up really good. 7.5 seems a little on the low side. I usually have to do 8.5 with the turbos, but don't get maybe 1/8 quart from the turbos... Regardless, you should be ok to let it warm up with 7.5 qts.