how long does it take to checking oil level

[MBRAUN]

new to this,i'll jump to it.
Whats the average time you have to wait for the oil
to drain from engine to pan.so you can get an oil level reading??

I recently bought a 05' Boxster S. with 90,000mi. on it.
when the engine is cold.tells me I have to wait 24-25min.
even when its warmed up its says wait 3-5min.
dont want to sit at a station that long.

[alainp]

I’ve had my ‘03 S for 5 weeks now and I’ve observed that when cold, it takes between 5 and 10 seconds to get an oil level reading. When I start immediately after stopping with a warm engine, it takes about 1 minute


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[Burg Boxster]

Consult the manual as all depends on MY...

My 986 it varied... could be 6sec, 2min, 24min or even 60min as I recall. Mid 9x6 they changed a bit I think and then again with 9x7... and again on the 9x7.2 with intro of DFI. Now, many of the newest Porsches require motor at operating temperature, vehicle on a level surface. engine running for 2min.

Wonder what the requirements will be in the Taycan

[Cunningr]

Mine in the morning first stsrt takes 20 seconds maybe, if i stop and restart can be 5 minutes. I checked the manual and waiting fir the oil check to eprun really isnt required other than first start up of the day.

[MBRAUN]

thanks all,
if my driveway was level,it wouldn't be a prob.
just gonna have to remember to check when I get to level destination.
if it says 1min. or longer.i have to pull key an wait.dont want to leave
ignition on any longer.waited 2min. once,had trouble starting.

[Ciao]

quicker if you check the digital display on the dash. Dip stick could be used once a month to check the condition of oil

[Nine9Six]

Originally Posted by Burg Boxster

Consult the manual as all depends on MY...

My 986 it varied... could be 6sec, 2min, 24min or even 60min as I recall. Mid 9x6 they changed a bit I think and then again with 9x7... and again on the 9x7.2 with intro of DFI. Now, many of the newest Porsches require motor at operating temperature, vehicle on a level surface. engine running for 2min.

Wonder what the requirements will be in the Taycan

I actually love the fact its one less major thing to worry about in the Taycan. Of course, a lot of things aside from the powertrain still remain. The downside is, I think this might be the tipping point of where we will really rely on the dealership for servicing. Specialized tech's are part of it from what I read.

[BYprodriver]

The best way to check oil level in a 986 is to allow the engine to warm up to 180+ degrees. Next drive at 3000 rpm or less to your next stop to allow oil to drain out of heads to sump. Park on level surface & the longer you wait to check oil with dipstick a little more oil will drain into pan.
I don't rely on the dash gauge but I do check it when I restart the engine after getting gas. I have the FVD deep oil pan so I deduct 1 quart from max capacity.