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Old 02-20-2007, 04:05 PM   #16
MNBoxster
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Originally Posted by racer_d
Coming from an aircooled 911, the best way to check the oil is by using the dipstick. 911's had a mechanical "level" guage that, well, you learned pretty quickly to distrust and would get into the pattern of pulling out the dipstick. The newer electronic level guages may be better, but nothing beats puling out the stick. Not only can you check level, but also for discoloration as well.
Hi,

Very True - but not all of us have sticks, Porsche discontinued them in '04 or '05...

Happy Motoring!... Jim (w/ genuine Porsche Dipstick) '99
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