Engine Oil Level, Checking

Please Observe The Following:

-- After turning off the engine, wait at least 3 minutes for the oil to flow back into the oil pan.

-- Pull out the oil dipstick and wipe it with clean cloth. Insert the dipstick and push it all the way down.

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

NOTE:

The amount of oil used during an engine oil change from the service table is determined by trial, and is sufficient for the engine operation in all operating conditions. For all services the oil level must be adjusted if necessary if customer requests it. This makes an additional filling possible to the specified oil change amount to the maximum limit on the dipstick. Due to tolerances and also to oil temperature and flow back time, different fill capacities are possible.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Levels Shown On Different Dipstick Types

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-- Drain or extract some of the oil if the oil level goes above the -A- mark to prevent damage to the catalytic converter.

-- If the oil level is under the -C- mark fill the oil, minimum of 0.5 liters. Engine oil specification. Refer to SERVICE TABLES .