Oil usage

[1st Vette]

Of course everyone knows that all fluid levels should be checked on a regular basis and I noticed in the owners manual a recommendation to check the engine oil level every time you get fuel during the break in period. I was wondering how many of you did so and if you noticed any drop in oil level . Also have any of you noticed any oil consumption in general. Thanks.

 

[MKC8]

I'll have to let you know. If it's not too awkward to get at it, I'll attempt it.
My Benz has a push button check oil button on the instrument cluster. Simple.
Call me spoiled/lazy.

 

[Mr.Corvette]

Of course everyone knows that all fluid levels should be checked on a regular basis and I noticed in the owners manual a recommendation to check the engine oil level every time you get fuel during the break in period. I was wondering how many of you did so and if you noticed any drop in oil level . Also have any of you noticed any oil consumption in general. Thanks.

For you I would check the oil before I leave Edmonton, and again when you arrive in Yellowknife next year. These engines don't burn oil. A quick check when it's running and at operating temperature doesn't take long.

 

[1st Vette]

For you I would check the oil before I leave Edmonton, and again when you arrive in Yellowknife next year. These engines don't burn oil. A quick check when it's running and at operating temperature doesn't take long.

Yes . I will do that. Mainly just curious if they did use a bit until the rings are fully seated. Be the first time i ever checked oil with the engine running. Of course my first with dry sump lubrication . I’ll probably end up checking it too often just because of the novelty! Thanks for the advice.

 

[1st Vette]

I'll have to let you know. If it's not too awkward to get at it, I'll attempt it.
My Benz has a push button check oil button on the instrument cluster. Simple.
Call me spoiled/lazy.

Interesting, but I think I’d prefer to rely on the dip stick.

 

[Mr.Corvette]

Yes . I will do that. Mainly just curious if they did use a bit until the rings are fully seated. Be the first time i ever checked oil with the engine running. Of course my first with dry sump lubrication . I’ll probably end up checking it too often just because of the novelty! Thanks for the advice.

If any such a small amount you won't pick it up on your dip stick.

 

[1st Vette]

If any such a small amount you won't pick it up on your dip stick.

Got it. Just GM engineers being anal .

 

[MKC8]

Interesting, but I think I’d prefer to rely on the dip stick.

It's an approved method in the MB OM. Each to their own.

 

[Mr.Corvette]

It's an approved method in the MB OM. Each to their own.

Mike so long as MB covers you if you blow or cease your engine due to oil starvation if the sensor ever fails or gives a false reading, is all you need.