How to check engine oil levels
Nov 2, 2014 at 10:51 AM
1999 Volkswagen Beetle oil level
1999 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
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On the image you will see a yellow oil dipstick (closet to the hood latch mechanism).
Remove the dipstick and wipe the oil off of it using a rag or paper towel.
At the end of the dipstick you can now see the "ADD" and "FULL" marks.
Reinsert the dipstick.
Remove it again and look at the end where the "ADD" and "FULL" marks are. Notice how far the oil comes up on the stick.
If it is at the ADD mark, put one quart of oil in.
If it is at the FULL mark, you're good and it doesn't need any oil.
If it between the "ADD" and "FULL" marks, add 1/2 quart of oil.
Remove the dipstick and wipe the oil off of it using a rag or paper towel.
At the end of the dipstick you can now see the "ADD" and "FULL" marks.
Reinsert the dipstick.
Remove it again and look at the end where the "ADD" and "FULL" marks are. Notice how far the oil comes up on the stick.
If it is at the ADD mark, put one quart of oil in.
If it is at the FULL mark, you're good and it doesn't need any oil.
If it between the "ADD" and "FULL" marks, add 1/2 quart of oil.
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Nov 2, 2014 at 11:16 AM
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