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      05-22-2017, 01:06 PM   #1
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n20 how much oil do I need to add here

Hey guys just checked my oil level this morning and this is what I got:

Any advice on how much I need to top off? Its due for and oil change in 2000 miles.
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      05-22-2017, 02:24 PM   #2
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I think you're fine since your oil change is coming up, but if you're feeling compulsive about it then add 0.25 - 0.5 qt and measure again.
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      05-22-2017, 02:26 PM   #3
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Just wanted to be on the safe side Don't want any problems with the oil pressure and whatnot , know how the n20 is kinda finicky lol
Thanks tho I'll top of with 1/4
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      05-22-2017, 05:14 PM   #4
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take more then one reading, sometimes i check my oil and its at max and after another check it goes to mid way, then check again and its at max, weird. I think mine is problematic
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      05-22-2017, 07:23 PM   #5
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I wouldn't add anything.
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      05-22-2017, 09:48 PM   #6
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0.75 l
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      05-23-2017, 06:46 AM   #7
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That's about right. When you're at minimum you're 1 quart down
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