Oil Problem

[asd_115]

When starting the car the trip computer normally says "Oil OK
Started it today and it says;

"-------"
OIL

so does this mean i need to get some new oil...if so whats the type of oil i need to get?? and how much would it cost??

cheers

 

[cat171]

Start off by checking your oil level on the dip stick, under the bonnet. Never ever rely on the car to tell you if it's ok at all.

 

[TomTom]

The words 'Oil level' will appear regardless of what the levels at, then hit the button ont the odometer and it'll show you the level. If its just lines --- as opposed to 000s it needs topping up mate. Make sure the cars on level ground.

Eg.

Oil level full 00000
Oil level half full 000---
Oil level empty ------ (will also flash at you)

EDIT-As Cat said, don't rely on the electronic dipstick, its inaccurate.

 

[DrR]

You sure you don't press the millage reset thing on the odometer not the stalk, or is that an RS thing?

I'd check your oil as it's saying it's low.

 

[TomTom]

Yeah Rollo your right my bad.

 

[asd_115]

What oil should i get then cos i'm out of oil ??

 

[TomTom]

Any decent fully or semi synthetic 5w40 or 10w40 is fine.