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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

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.

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

No worries Jodie,

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

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!

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.

...that's another dipstick

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.