Dipstick vs Manual

[Drum101]

After changing oil in my (new to me) '05 VP 5.0 GXi-E it appeared on the dipstick as way overfilled. The manual states 6 qts, which is what I put in. Also had tall oil filter. I removed some (1 qt) to put it into the safe on the dipstick. ....So does anyone know why there would be a discrepancy between the two??? And opinions on the correct one to follow?? TIA !

 

[Thalasso]

Apparently you didn't get most of the old oil out. Mine takes 6. 07 5.0 GXI-G

 

[Drum101]

Thanks Thalasso. Yes, that thought crossed my mind too, and is probably the obvious answer i missed. You must not have trouble getting all of your oil out??

 

[Silverbullet555]

The manual tells you the capacity, often of an empty system. Your system wasn't empty and often they aren't. After you've done it enough, you'll get a better sense. Until then, measure what you get out and put that much in. Start it and check for leaks. Shut it off and check the level add as necessary

 

[Thalasso]

Thanks Thalasso. Yes, that thought crossed my mind too, and is probably the obvious answer i missed. You must not have trouble getting all of your oil out??

In fact if you get it all out it takes 6 1/2 qts with the large filter