Topping off Oil

[rcg412]

Thinking I may need to top off my oil but wanted to check first on how to do it. Is it as simple as unscrewing the Oil Filler cap and pouring it in? Or do I insert a funnel and pour it down? Any help is greatly appreciated.

Also if dipstick reads max on a hot engine, but electronic indicator reads in the middle (+/- 2 bars), do I let it be? This is on a 01 996C2.

Thanks!

[Loren]

Thinking I may need to top off my oil but wanted to check first on how to do it. Is it as simple as unscrewing the Oil Filler cap and pouring it in? Or do I insert a funnel and pour it down? Any help is greatly appreciated.

It does not matter either method will work fine.

Also if dipstick reads max on a hot engine, but electronic indicator reads in the middle (+/- 2 bars), do I let it be? This is on a 01 996C2.

Porsche believes the electronic method is accurate - witness the newer cars don't have the dipstick anymore.

I usually measure the oil after it warm using the graphic display on the cluster. I would only add oil if you have one or two bars showing - and then I would only add 1/2 liter (or 1/2 quart).

[FlashingBlade]

Is there any danger in overfilling with oil?

This being a dry sump system, it would seem to be not

as critical as a wet sump system.

[Loren]

Is there any danger in overfilling with oil?

Yes, it is not a true dry sump system. Overfilling will cause stress on seals and the crankcase ventilation system (oil separator, venting bellows, etc.).