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Heat Magnet · 06-03-2021, 01:06 PM

Oil life is more of an indicator of viscosity and clarity as opposed to the actual oil level. If it's gone down 20% after 1200 miles, that's about right on (these engines seem to need oil changes every 3,000-5,000 miles if you're doing short distance driving). The 2nd dipstick photo looks like the level is still full. A good running engine shouldn't lose no more than 1/2 a quart to 1 quart of oil (My 2007 Cobalt has only lost up to about 1/2-quart in between oil changes).

06-03-2021, 01:06 PM	#3
Heat Magnet Drives: 2021 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: CA Posts: 59 View My Garage	Oil life is more of an indicator of viscosity and clarity as opposed to the actual oil level. If it's gone down 20% after 1200 miles, that's about right on (these engines seem to need oil changes every 3,000-5,000 miles if you're doing short distance driving). The 2nd dipstick photo looks like the level is still full. A good running engine shouldn't lose no more than 1/2 a quart to 1 quart of oil (My 2007 Cobalt has only lost up to about 1/2-quart in between oil changes). __________________ Cars I own/drive: *2007 Chevrolet Cobalt LT Sedan* Ultra Silver Metallic, gold painted wheel covers, 4T45 transmission *2021 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Coupe* Black, Redline Edition, 1LE Suspension Package, 10L80 transmission, NPP, Body color high wing spoiler, Ground effects kit, 48-state legal Brembo brakes