How do you check oil?

How do you check oil?
In almost any motor vehicle, engine oil is checked by examining the oil level indicated on a removable dipstick. With the vehicle stopped, secure from movement, and engine OFF for at least a minute or two, open the engine compartment (usually the hood) and locate the dipstick handle. This handle is usually a loop of metal or plastic, often colored, extending slightly from a dip tube near the engine block. (There are other dipsticks in the engine compartment; the one you want should be the highest and most reachable. If not certain which is the crankcase oil dipstick, consult the vehicle manual.)With a paper towel or rag in one hand, remove the dipstick with the other and wipe off any oil clinging to the rod. Note near the bottom of the stick a patterned indicator area or a pair of indicator marks perhaps an inch apart. This area represents the acceptable oil level range. Now reinsert the stick, being certain to seat it fully. Immediately remove it again and hold it horizontally so you can see the indicator area and so the oil on the stick doesn't flow. You should see oil clinging to the bottom of the stick up to a point, showing you exactly the engine crankcase oil level.If the level is within the range, all is good. If the level is at or near the bottom of the range, remove the oil-fill cap and add one quart of oil. If the level is a little below the bottom of the range, one quart will still be enough to bring the level within the range. If no oil seems to be showing on the stick at all, carefully retry the test. If still no oil is seen, then the oil level is very low, and the addition of more than a quart of oil might be necessary. To be safe, recheck the level after adding oil. Of course, replace and fully seat the dipstick and replace the oil-fill cap before starting the engine.