How do you remove the Dipstick?

[Joloke]

Just gone to check my Oil for the First time on the Roc (140/2.0 TDI) but the dipstick wouldnt pull out
When i say wouldnt im not saying it wont i just dont want to force it

On my Old golf it just pulled out on this theres like 2 little barbs either side,ive tried turning it as it looks a little like theres a thread below but it wouldnt turn

Ive looked in the handbook and it says nothing about any special proceedure to remove it

Anybody know how i withdraw the dipstick?

do i just pull it with some force?

Dont want to force it incase i snap those little barbs off

Help!!!!

Jodie

[skippy]

Hello Joloke,

The dipstick should not take too much force to remove it. I am assuming the dipstick is identical in design on the diesel as it is to the petrol versions. Don't twist it, just give it a firm pull, twisting could break those lugs or barbs you refer to.

Don't be afraid to give it a good tug if it does seem to be stuck, but yes, it should not require too much force to remove it.

[Joloke]

Aww Thank You ill do that then
Just didnt want to pull it without asking first,should imagine the Oil is fine as its only done 3k but i like to check it every soo often

Jodie

[skippy]

No worries Jodie,

Dont be surprised if you car has used more oil than expected, being new and all that

[panhandle]

Gonna sound stupid, but you mean I have to check the oil myself? there is no gauge on the MFD? I've done 1500 miles shoul dprolly have a look!

[gibbsy]

Sorry, but this thread has been here for a bit now. Just got to say it....................

Grab him by the collar and yank him out of the driver's seat.

[ZephyR]

...that's another dipstick

[skippy]

Should always check the oil physically and not rely on instruments to warn of low pressure etc, that is asking for trouble. Once car has got a few 1000 under its belt, it may not need topping up between services, but from new it is essential the level is checked regularly.