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    oil pressure question

    er, i dont recall ever being able to check the oil with the engine on, but it seems like i used to be able to. anyway, i just changed the oil, and whenever i take the dipstick out to check the oil while the engine is running the pressure drops and i know the engine will shut off if i let it. after i put it back in the idle goes back to normal and all is well. is the dipstick part of the pressurization and i have no problems or what?
    I retired my E30 for now...
    E46 323i
    David Schultz

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    know anything about the Crankcase ventilation system? I don't but that sounds likw something to look into

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      #3
      Loss of vaccum when you take the dipstick out.



      Nick

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        so the dipstick holds the vaccuum then? there is no problem? thanks
        I retired my E30 for now...
        E46 323i
        David Schultz

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          As far as I know nothing should be wrong. I did this once back when I first got my car and the idle dropped and the car almost stalled. Seems to me that you just lose vaccum when you pull the dipstick. Hope all is well.



          Nick

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