Certain component parts in the engine compartment may be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system.
Depending on the engine, the oil dipstick may be installed in the engine compartment in different locations.
Engine at normal operating temperature: five minutes.
Engine not at normal operating temperature (e.g. the engine was only started briefly): 30 minutes.
Oil level is correct: oil level is between and .
Oil level too low: oil level is at or below.
Oil level too high: oil level is above .