Engine dip stick

[jthomasterrylavernianet]

I hope this is a simple question.
My 3320 has a screw in dip stick, my question: Is the proper way to check engine oil with the stick screwed in or with it resting on the top of the threads?
Thanks for your replies.

 

[blazer]

screwed in, or just compensate

 

[diyfarmer]

I hope this is a simple question.
My 3320 has a screw in dip stick, my question: Is the proper way to check engine oil with the stick screwed in or with it resting on the top of the threads?
Thanks for your replies.

Even if your dip stick was 3 foot long like the ones in Isuzu jeeps you would push all the way in but you would have a fair idea what the level but be either way.