Before you start
- Make sure your vehicle is on level ground.
- Check the oil level before starting the engine, or at least 5 minutes after turning off the engine.
The right oil
Modern engines place great demands on oil. Therefore, it is very important to use the right type of oil (cm. «Lubricants and fluids»).
Precautions
- If you have to add oil frequently, check for leaks. Place a piece of clean paper under the car and in the morning check for oil stains. If there are no leaks, the engine may be burning oil (cm. «Troubleshooting»).
- Always keep the level between the top and bottom marks on the dipstick (see photo 3). If the level is too low, serious engine damage can occur. If the engine is flooded with oil, the oil seal may fail.
1. The top of the dipstick is brightly colored. Remove the level dipstick.
2. Using a clean rag or paper towel, wipe all oil off the dipstick. Insert a clean dipstick into the tube as far as possible, then remove it again.
3. The oil level at the end of the dipstick should be within the shaded area. If the oil level is below the shaded area, add oil.
4. Oil is poured through the filler cap. Open the cap and top up the oil level. Add oil slowly, do not overfill.
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