Checking the oil quality

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Fig 1: Identifying Ignition OFF

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Ignition off.
Check the oil. Take a sample with the dipstick.

Options:
1. The oil is OK.
  Refer to Checking the oil level
2. The oil is discolored or smells burnt.
  Refer to Changing oil
3. The oil contains water (the oil is colored gray)
  Refer to Replacing a component
Fig 2: Identifying Oil Dipstick
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