Oil Level, Checking With Oil Gauge Tester: Notes

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Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required

Gauge - Oil Gauge Tester:T40178

CAUTION:

Danger of catalytic converter damage.

The oil level must not exceed the "MAX" marking.

NOTE:

If large quantities of metal shavings or abraded material are found in the engine oil while servicing the engine, the oil passages must be carefully cleaned to prevent resulting damage and the engine oil cooler must be replaced.

For the Correct Engine Oils. Refer to the appropriate service information.

Check the engine oil lever with the oil level display. Refer to appropriate service information.

Test Conditions

The engine oil temperature must be at least 60 °C (140 °F).
The vehicle is on level ground.
After stopping engine, wait a few minutes to allow oil to flow back into oil pan.