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May 4, 2025 #1
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SeniorCitizen
I've read on forums the dip stick cap should set on top of the tube while others say screw it in . Which is it ?
May 4, 2025 #2
ILENGINE
Depends on engine manufacturer. Kohler, Kawasaki, Honda all have the dipstick set on top of the threads. Briggs has you screw the dipstick down. I have come across a few Kaws and Kohlers were the instructions are to screw the cap on.
May 4, 2025 #3
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Auto Doc's
To check level screw the cap on. It is a minimal difference at best anyway.
May 4, 2025 #4
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SeniorCitizen
To check level screw the cap on. It is a minimal difference at best anyway.
THIS GUY SAID " HEY YOU DIPSTICK , READ WHAT IT SAYS ON THE DIPSTICK .
May 4, 2025 #5
ILENGINE
To check level screw the cap on. It is a minimal difference at best anyway.
About 8 ounces different in fluid in most cases. And the engine manufacturer makes the decision to how the oil is checked for proper fill level.
May 4, 2025 #6
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SeniorCitizen
May 4, 2025 #7
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Auto Doc's
I think you are exagerating the ounces.
May 4, 2025 #8
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SeniorCitizen
I think you are exagerating the ounces.
Please designate who this is intended for .
May 4, 2025 #9
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Auto Doc's
That is in reply to ILENGINE. Otherwise read the dipstick or owner's manual.
May 10, 2025 #10
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2muchgrass2mow
My Deere X-370 manual says check with cap unscrewed, so I do. It's a 2022 model. I'm sure procedure varies from brand to brand and model to model. Cheers!
