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      06-11-2008, 09:37 AM   #1
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Oil Change

Has anyone had the dash request to top up the oil?

I've heard ppl talking about this recently, not sure if it's after certain mileage or if it's when it actually runs low.

Bit concerned as the cars don't have a dip stick anymore. Also Anyone know what's the best oil to use?

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It's really easy to check the oil.

Just an electronic dipstick, showing on the dash screen.

Click the button on the indicator stalk - not the one on the tip, but the similar button to the variable wiper speed one on the other side.

Click through until you get to oil and it will show the level.

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oo never knew that!..... runs outside to check!
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Manuals! couldn't possibly let anyone see me pick one up as they would know I haven't a clue. Plus, mine's gone walkies, Mrs probably thrown it away.

Thanks, will check it out.
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The car has to be warmed up, at least 6 miles before the oil check will work. Mine is at 2500km (1500 miles) and still shows at max.

Here is the excerpt from the on line manual p.116
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Mine took about 2 mins before it displayed anything. Is this normal ?
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