How to measure the engine Oil level
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It's even worse with fresh, new oil that's really "clean". Well, this applies to most cars actually.... Trick I know is lay the dipstick on a paper towel (like lengthwise along the radiator) and then "pull" the dipstick horizontally either away from you or towards you. It should leave a "streak". Keep the dipstick lined up to use the markings on it for reference.
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Thing is, what Nissan considers "cold" isn't really cold, let alone ambient temperature (in most places). I think the temperature range they use for cold is 90-120º F.
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If you do your own oil changes, dumping in 5qts puts it right at the top of the hash marks.
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But I did learn what a caret is tonight so thanks fellas for the education. I had no idea that one indicated the post immediately above and 2 referred 2 posts above.