Engine: Oil level, checking

2007 Audi S8SECTION Engine: Oil level, checking
NOTE:
  • Oil temperature at least 140 ° F (60 ° C).
  • Vehicle must be in level position.
  • After stopping engine, wait a few minutes to allow oil to flow back into oil pan.
  • Pull out oil dipstick and wipe with clean rag. Replace dipstick and push down to stop.
  • Pull out dipstick again and read oil level.
Fig 1: Markings On Oil Dipstick
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Markings on dipstick:

NOTE:
  • Oil level must not exceed - - mark on dipstick.
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