What temp should the engine be to check the oil in my Chevy 454 big block?

Asked by Susan Sep 14, 2020 at 09:49 AM

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

What is the best engine temperature to check the
oil in my Chevy 454 big block. It’s a 1984 Airstream
Motorhome with the 454 bib block engine

1 Answer

Temperature does not matter. I would check it cold before you start it up or after letting the oil run down for at least 5 minutes.

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