Engine Oil

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Oil Capacities

With a oil filter change, refer to Fluid Capacity Tables.

Without a oil filter change, refer to Fluid Capacity Tables.

If necessary, fill to the MAX mark on the oil dipstick. Refer to Fig 1.

Viscosity Classes and Specifications

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Oil Level, Checking

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1 - MAX mark

2 - MIN mark

a - Oil level in the area of the MAX mark: Do not add engine oil.

b - Oil level in the center area: Oil can be added.

c - Oil level in the area of the MIN. mark: Add approximately 0.5 liter of engine oil!