Why does my oil level fluctuate?

Why does my oil level fluctuate?

oil pressure gauge started fluctuating the other day.. This is normal operation for your oil pressure. The faster the motor spins, (RPM, revolutions per minute) the faster the oil pump spins creating higher oil pressure. Keep in mind, most gauges aren’t accurate.

How much oil goes from the top of the dipstick to the bottom?

To get an idea of how much oil you need; the gap between the marks on the dipstick usually represents around 1 litre of oil, so you know that if your oil mark was at the minimum, you need around a litre to top it up. If it’s only halfway down, you probably need around half a litre.

Why does my dipstick show too much oil?

In certain cases, the oil level may have risen since the last time you checked or there is too much oil on the dipstick. This could be due to condensed water (from combustion), condensed fuel or a coolant leak – all are causes for concern. Free and emulsified water is harmful to the oil and the engine.

Is oil level accurate when hot?

Regular oil will experience normal expansion and contraction, which means you will get around the same readings regardless of temperature. Newer cars with electronic oil level controllers will only measure the engine oil when warm and stay at a flat surface level.

Is it normal for your oil level to go down?

Lower oil levels at oil change time used to be an indicator of either an oil leak outside the car or burning oil inside the engine. Depending on the make and model, “normal” oil loss between changes can be as much as one quart of oil every 700 miles.

What is the best time to check engine oil level?

We recommend checking the oil level either before turning on the engine or 5 to 10 minutes after shutting down so you can have all the oil in the oil pan to get an accurate measurement.

Are you supposed to check oil hot or cold?

1. Park your car on level ground to ensure you get an accurate reading. Turn off the engine and wait 10 to 15 minutes for it to cool down. Manufacturers used to recommend that you check your oil when the engine was cold, to give the oil a chance to settle in the oil pan.

Is there a problem with the Lexus IS350 V6?

There is potentially a problem with the larger V6 found in Lexus IS350s. I have no idea what the previous owner did to the car, what oil he used or any details but now I have an engine that has been confirmed by a dealer that it CONSUMES 1.2 quarts every 1000 miles and they admitted that is a problem.

Is this oil consumption normal for a Lexus?

There is nothing normal about that level of oil consumption. Best thing to do is contact Lexus Corporate (1-800 number) and communicate your Oil Consumption problem. I went that route and they refused to replace my “out of warranty” engine based on the fact there were not enough complaints/cases with that specific problem. CALL and generate a case.

How many miles does a Lexus IS350 last?

Only 89K miles. No leaks, no performance issues, no smoke out the back end. It went to 2 separate Lexus dealers and a Toyota-Lexus specialist shop. There is potentially a problem with the larger V6 found in Lexus IS350s.

What type of oil do you use in your IS350?

Click to expand… There is actually a TSB that recommends using 5W-20 in IS350’s, mentioned in this link (not sure if it applies to all years). Oil loss is either due to a leak or oil consumption. Oil consumption depends primarily on two things: the valve guides and piston rings.