Dipstick Bent

[asadrehman]

I checked the dipstick for the oil level today and the dipstick is bent at the top near the yellow holder.

The actual metal looks very bent indeed.

When I push it back in and it reaches the bent point it requies an extra push to get it in.

I'm concerned it may snap off.

Please advise.

Thank you all in advance

[BlackRumple]

Mines the same but so far has not snapped off.

To be honest I am not sure how to keep it straight anyway as it needs a fair tug to push it in which then bends it.

I can still read the oil level (just) and will raise the issue when the car is due for a service in a few months time.

[kevin65]

When re-inserting the dip stick, it is a good idea to hold it mid way and help push it down from here as well as at the end to lessen the risk of it bending. I hold it gently between my thumb and fore finger using a clean cloth.