As you know, giving your vehicle regular oil changes is the single most important thing you can do to extend the life of its engine. Oil is the life blood of your car and without it, you wouldn't make it three miles.

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Keeping tabs on your car’s oil level is the second most important thing you can do. Do your vehicle a big favor and follow these easy steps to check the level of oil:

  • Park on level ground. You don't want all the oil sloshing to the back while you're checking the dipstick at the front. Just in case you don't know, the dipstick is a long rod that goes deep into the motor. It's usually easy to get to, should have an orange handle, and probably has the word “OIL” on it.
  • Park someplace well lit. The pump area of gas stations usually has enough light to keep a stadium lit. You don't want to waste 10 minutes stabbing your engine over and over with the dipstick trying to find the reservoir.
  • With the hood safely propped up, pull the dipstick out and wipe the end clean with an old towel. Re-insert the dipstick into the engine, making sure it goes all the way in. Then pull it out, but don't turn it upside down to look at it. This makes the oil run upward and ruins your reading. The dipstick will have two marks at the bottom, usually either lines or holes in the stick. The oil level can be read by looking to see where the oily part ends and the dry part begins. If it's between the two marks, you're good to go. If it's below the bottom mark, you need to add at least a quart of oil.
  • Wait a few minutes after driving for the oil to settle before checking it. Never add more than a quart at once without driving and taking a new reading of the oil level. Overfilling the engine can be messy and cause harm to your motor.

That's it! Five minutes of your time and you're a hero to your happy car. But of course, don’t forget to have regular oil changes at the recommended intervals by a certified auto mechanic. Most auto shops even offer oil change coupons to save you money.

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