Oil Level, Checking

NOTE:

The oil level must not exceed the MAX mark - danger of damaging the catalytic converter!

Test Conditions:

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

Test Sequence:

-- Pull out oil dipstick, wipe it off with a clean cloth and reinsert it all the way in.

-- Pull out the dipstick again and check the oil level.

Range of marks on dipstick:

Fig 1: Identifying Dipstick Marks

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a - Oil must not be added.

b - Oil may be topped off.

c - Oil must be added.

NOTE:

The oil level must not exceed the MAX. mark -arrow 1- and must not fall short of the MIN. mark -arrow 2-.