초록 ▼

A tube is inserted to a predetermined depth into the dip stick orifice of an internal combustion engine of a vehicle and connected to a small pump to initiate oil circulation in a line between the dip stick orifice and the oil filler tube. A pressure sensitive switch is inserted in this line and hel

A tube is inserted to a predetermined depth into the dip stick orifice of an internal combustion engine of a vehicle and connected to a small pump to initiate oil circulation in a line between the dip stick orifice and the oil filler tube. A pressure sensitive switch is inserted in this line and held in a normally open position while sufficient pressure is being sensed. When the oil level of the engine falls below the tube, the oil pressure sensed by the oil sensor switch drops and the contacts close lighting an indicator light disposed on the instrument panel of the vehicle. An oil reservoir is positioned above the engine and is connected to the oil filler tube. A valve is disposed between the reservoir and the oil filler tube of the engine and can be operated through a remote control from inside the vehicle. When the oil warning light is actuated, the vehicle operator can actuate the valve to allow a predetermined amount of oil to flow into the engine.

대표청구항 ▼

An oil level indicating and refilling device for use on an internal combustion engine, comprising; an auxiliary reservoir for storing oil to replenish the oil supply of said internal combustion engine, said reservoir being mounted over said engine; a connector line containing a normally closed valve

An oil level indicating and refilling device for use on an internal combustion engine, comprising; an auxiliary reservoir for storing oil to replenish the oil supply of said internal combustion engine, said reservoir being mounted over said engine; a connector line containing a normally closed valve, said connector line being connected between said auxiliary reservoir and said internal combustion engine; a sensor connected to the oil pan of said internal combustion engine and including a switch which is actuated upon the oil level in said oil pan falling below a predetermined minimum; a first indicator light connected to said sensor, said indicator light being energized upon closure of said switch; and manual actuation means connected to said valve for opening said valve.