Too much oil on dipstick?

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  1. Sep 21, 2013 #1
    Htoric2008

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    I just stopped for fuel and like usual check my oil with engine off but this time the oil was way above the maximum line! Truck is running like normal and no codes or alarms. What should I do keep going or get it checked out? Could I cause more damage? Truck is a volvo 780. Any input would be greatly appreciated thank you!
     
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  3. Sep 21, 2013 #2
    The Admiral

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    If you can let it sit for a while so the oil drains down into the pan. Check it again. I like to check the oil in the morning or after the motor has been shut off for some time. In my opinion you get a better reading.
     
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  4. Sep 21, 2013 #3
    ipogsd

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    Yes it could. Maybe anti-freeze or even fuel diluting the oil.
     
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  5. Sep 21, 2013 #4
    bcaudill

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    make sure it isnt fuel in your oil, or you will have damage
     
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  7. Sep 21, 2013 #5
    mtoo

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    smell it, does it smell like oil or diesel fuel, feel it with you fingers, is it real thin. Its not anti freeze, if it was you would have brown sludge real thick.
     
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  8. Sep 21, 2013 #6
    daf105paccar

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    Volvo D12 engine?
     
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  9. Sep 21, 2013 #7
    Htoric2008

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    Yes d12 engine. It's still rolling normal. Ill smell the oil on my next stop!
     
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  10. Sep 21, 2013 #8
    daf105paccar

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    With a D12.........if the oil is rising,it will be with diesel.
     
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  11. Sep 21, 2013 #9
    luvtotruck

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    Yikes! That sounds like troubles!
     
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  12. Sep 21, 2013 #10
    Htoric2008

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    If that's the case, what is the cause of the diesel mixing?
     
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