Glossary / General

oil temperature

9 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Oil temperature is how hot the oil in the engine gets. It's important because oil helps keep the engine running smoothly, and if it gets too hot, it can cause problems.

Technical Definition

Oil temperature refers to the temperature of the engine oil, which is crucial for maintaining proper lubrication and performance. Higher oil temperatures can indicate stress on the engine, while lower temperatures may suggest inadequate lubrication.

Hear It Discussed

"heads up display, ... spentometer, oil temperature, everything displayed out over the front of the hood."
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 9, 2026 - Hour 1 - Why Your Car Is Quietly Burning More Gas Ron Ananian The Car Doctor 26:03

"It's 90 hours. Run at 300 degrees Fahrenheit. So that's a very hot oil temperature. Oil is usually tested at 212 and it runs in your vehicle about 180 to 212, 220."
S3, E60 - SEMA 2025, Part 3 The Truck Show Podcast 10:46

"I'm just going to describe the dashboard because we've got water temperature, turbo boost, petrol. You'll need that a lot outside temperature gauge, clock, oil temperature and batteries."
Bonus Episode - Trade Talks: The Sequel! The Tyre Kickers - Classic Cars 22:36