I'll break it down step by step.
1. Park the car on a level surface, switch of the engine, remove the keys and leave to settle and cool down.
2. Gain access to the engine bay. This can vary from car to car but if the
engines under the bonnet / hood open the bonnet / hood, if the
engine is in the boot / trunk open the boot / trunk.
3. Locate the engine oil level dipstick. If you are unsure were this is,
you may need to refer to the owners manual.
4. Remove the dipstick fully and wipe the entire length with clean lint
free cloth or kitchen towel. Ensure you can throw this away after use.
5. Refit the dipstick and pull back out. Inspect the oil level on the
dip stick. It should look similar to this.
6. If the oil level is between the Min and Max marks this is acceptable
there is absolutely no need to keep oil level on the Max mark.
7. If the oil level is below the Min mark then to oil needs topping up.
Select the right engine oil for your car either from the owners
manual .
8. Locate the engine oil fill point, you may need to refer to the owners
manual. Put engine oil a little bit at a time. I.E place 200ml of oil in
engine. Leave for 1 minute. Refit dipstick. Pull dipstick. Check
engine oil level. If below Min mark repeat process. If between Min
and Max job is complete.
9. If Oil level was above Max mark it is not recommended that the
vehicle is driven until excess oil is removed from engine. If you
don't know how to do this, I highly recommend you call your
mechanic as it is isn't a job to be tackle without the correct
experience.
10. Once oil level is between Min and Max mark. Ensure dipstick is
Refitted and oil cap is back on. Close and secure engine access
method.
If you have any doubt's about checking your oil level. Please consult a Trained Auto Mechanic as they will be able to advise you best if they know what make and model your car is.
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