Engine oil checking procedure |
A | Oil dipstick |
B | Minimum level |
C | Maximum level |
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1 | Park the vehicle on a ground level surface. |
2 | Verify the transmission is still in neutral position. |
3 | Engine starts and allow it to idle for 30 seconds. |
4 | Stop the engine and inspect for leaks. |
Wait at least 15 seconds before removing the oil dipstick. |
5 | Remove the oil dipstick from the oil dipstick tube and wipe it dry with a clean cloth. |
6 | Re-install the oil dipstick to the oil dipstick tube completely seated. |
7 | Remove the oil dipstick and check the oil level. |
If the oil level is lower than 'Maximum' (C) mark, |
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add recommended oil as necessary to bring the level near the 'Maximum' (C) mark on the dipstick. |
8 | Maintain oil level between Minimum (B) and Maximum (C) range, do not overfill. |
9 | Re-install the oil dipstick to the oil dipstick tube completely seated. |