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Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 9 / 539

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La varilla del aceite del motor, ¿para qué sirve?

What is the engine oil dipstick used for?

  • APara comprobar la temperatura del aceite.To check the oil temperature.
  • BPara comprobar el nivel del aceite.To check the oil level.
  • CPara comprobar la presión del aceite.To check the oil pressure.
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Correct answer

  • BPara comprobar el nivel del aceite.To check the oil level.
Explanation

The dipstick is used to check the engine oil level, which must be between the minimum and maximum marks. The check is done with the engine cold and the vehicle on level ground so that the reading is reliable.

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