Oil '06 3.0 Si

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we previously had an '03 2.5 IIRC that had a dip stick.

The 3.0 Si we've now recently got doesn't have a dip stick and I can't find any electronic indicator in the cabin.

The oil warning light came on so I topped up 1l.

We didn't get a handbook with it, I've looked through various threads (first challenge was what oil) and can't figure it out.

Anyone?

Thanks.
 
I have a 3.0Si, here are the relevant manual pages. Enjoy.
 

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I think so!

Each block is 250ml, so it's 1 litre from the bottom to the top.

It's probably also worth mentioning that the engine needs to be warmed up before the display will work.

And once you top it up it doesn't register the oil you have added for quite a while. I could top my last one up and the level wouldn't reflect that for up to 50 miles. :o So if it doesn't show up straight away don't just chuck more oil in!
 
Do you have to check to see if it's on "Lo" or do you get a message/warning light when it drops to that level? - I noticed mine's "OK" at the weekend, but on 2 bars.
 
Tommo61 said:
do you get a message/warning light
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It will beep at you and light up the oil light in orange when you are 1 litre low.
It warns you when you turn the ignition off after a drive. :thumbsup:
 
Mr Tidy said:
I think so!

Each block is 250ml, so it's 1 litre from the bottom to the top.

It's probably also worth mentioning that the engine needs to be warmed up before the display will work.

And once you top it up it doesn't register the oil you have added for quite a while. I could top my last one up and the level wouldn't reflect that for up to 50 miles. :o So if it doesn't show up straight away don't just chuck more oil in!
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Hi Mr Tidy,
Given your experience could you provide a steer? Compared to the daily (3 series) I still find the oil measurement somewhat confusing.

This was taken yesterday:
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Does this show I have 500ml in?
I had an Inspection II a few weeks back, so surely it will be To the top?
Unless, as you pointed out, it takes quite a while to ‘register’...?
 
Yes, that is telling you it could take another 500ml although it won't do any harm leaving it where it is.

Given the "delayed reaction" I've experienced in the past how many miles have you done since the Inspection II? If not many I'd check it again in another 50 miles time and see what result you get. If despite what it is telling you it got a full 6.5 litres you really don't want to put any more in!
 
Vijay said:
Does this show I have 500ml in?
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Your picture there shows that you are between 250-500ml from full.
If you have put hundreds/thousands of miles on it over those few weeks, that could be reasonable consumption.
If it has done only minimal milage it might have not registered yet or they didn't fill it to the brim.

Better slightly under-full than over; I wouldn't be upset at a garage for not getting it right on the mark, especially considering how slow the electronic dipstick can be. :thumbsup:
 
Jfgoldfish said:
Ah, Mr Tidy, you are too fast for me.
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Well to be fair I did get a notification as Vijay quoted my post from the beginning of the month.

At least we gave similar advice!
 
Thanks for the response gents!
My Inspection II was done on 7th Sept, since then I've done 166 miles. Checking my bottle, I have exactly half a litre left over, so, seems 6.5 litres was indeed put in. I don't have any leaks neither. Seems very unreliable to me!
 
166 miles ought to have been enough for it to get the level correct, but I can't see it using half a litre in that distance without you noticing. :?

I used to make a point of checking the level every time I used the car (and still do with my 3 Series) just to be sure it was working!

In your position I'd keep checking and if it still keeps giving you that reading I'd wait until it dropped one more mark then add 500ml.

BTW I notice you didn't get a handbook with your car. If you PM me with your e-mail address I can send you one as a pdf. :thumbsup:
 
Mr Tidy said:
166 miles ought to have been enough for it to get the level correct, but I can't see it using half a litre in that distance without you noticing. :?

I used to make a point of checking the level every time I used the car (and still do with my 3 Series) just to be sure it was working!

In your position I'd keep checking and if it still keeps giving you that reading I'd wait until it dropped one more mark then add 500ml.

BTW I notice you didn't get a handbook with your car. If you PM me with your e-mail address I can send you one as a pdf. :thumbsup:
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Strange, no?
The 3 series oil check is very accurate. I find it updates immediately when topping.
I do have the manual, thanks! Think the original OP didn’t :thumbsup:
 
Vijay said:
Strange, no?
The 3 series oil check is very accurate. I find it updates immediately when topping.
I do have the manual, thanks! Think the original OP didn’t
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My 3 Series (2005 model) takes ages to register a change, much like my last E86 did. But my 1st E86 was pretty quick - it seems to vary from car to car. :?

My mistake on the manual, but the offer is open to the OP (or anyone else) anyway!
 
Mr Tidy said:
Vijay said:
Strange, no?
The 3 series oil check is very accurate. I find it updates immediately when topping.
I do have the manual, thanks! Think the original OP didn’t
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My 3 Series (2005 model) takes ages to register a change, much like my last E86 did. But my 1st E86 was pretty quick - it seems to vary from car to car. :?

My mistake on the manual, but the offer is open to the OP (or anyone else) anyway!
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So, passed 200 mile mark, still showing over 500ml short. Just wondering, could it be a faulty sensor?
Or, is it cus I changed to a different oil perhaps: I’ve gone from Castrol 0W30, to Millers Nanotech 5W30..?
Clutching at straws here! The engine is spotless, no leak anywhere...
 
Vijay said:
Mr Tidy said:
Vijay said:
Strange, no?
The 3 series oil check is very accurate. I find it updates immediately when topping.
I do have the manual, thanks! Think the original OP didn’t
Click to expand...

My 3 Series (2005 model) takes ages to register a change, much like my last E86 did. But my 1st E86 was pretty quick - it seems to vary from car to car. :?

My mistake on the manual, but the offer is open to the OP (or anyone else) anyway!
Click to expand...

So, passed 200 mile mark, still showing over 500ml short. Just wondering, could it be a faulty sensor?
Or, is it cus I changed to a different oil perhaps: I’ve gone from Castrol 0W30, to Millers Nanotech 5W30..?
Clutching at straws here! The engine is spotless, no leak anywhere...
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So you supplied a 5litre + 2 x 1 litre bottles to your indy who then returned the half litre ?
 
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