oil extraction pump; will the dipstick tube permit it

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Originally Posted by workingonit

I investigated and found a few videos on the subject. Here's my findings:
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After my previous post, I moved the X5 to the best flat & level spot in our not-so-level driveway/parking area. I let it run for 10 minutes, then took the dipstick reading 20 minutes after shutdown. Here's the photo:
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So, after adding a full 8 quarts, the dipstick shows it not to be completely full. As this is the same spot as it was when I got it in May '21 (and the level didn't vary but a hair, before the oil change), I can infer two things

• 1) my X5 holds more oil than specified, and
• 2) my X5 uses zero oil (per 1000 miles...actually 950)

My experience mirrors yours. Putting in 8 quarts put me to the midpoint of the dipstick. So, I'll add 1/2 a quart more if I wanted to bring it to the full mark.