piclistguy@yahoo.com wrote:
> I have a 97 Accord. The level on the dipstick reads differently if I
> check the oil in the morning when the engine is cold, then when its
> warm.
> Is it best to read the dipstick cold or when the engine is warm after
> driving?. If I read it cold, should I start and stop it first to
> distribute the oil a bit? Thanks
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For a '97, there's plentiful owner's manuals at the wrecking yard.
You'll pay about 1/3rd of the Honda dealer's price. Meantime, you can
check what the manual says here:
https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/...01_OMANUAL.asp

It's good you're checking your oil.

'Curly'