Engine Oil; Check The Engine Oil Level - Chevrolet Sail Hatchback Petrol Owner's Manual

ENGINE OIL

Engine oil must be kept at correct levels
to ensure proper lubrication of the
engine.
It is normal for an engine to consume
some oil.
Check the oil level at regular intervals,
such as when refueling.
If the engine oil pressure light
the instrument panel comes on, it means
you should check the oil level
immediately.

Check the Engine Oil Level

1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Stop the engine and wait a few
minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan. If the engine is cold, it
will take longer for the oil to drain
back into the oil pan.
3. Remove the dipstick and wipe it
clean.
4. Reinsert the dipstick completely.
5. Remove the dipstick again.
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6. Check the oil level on the dipstick.
Make sure the oil is not contami-
nated.
7. Check the oil level by using the oil
dipstick. The level should be
between the MIN and MAX limits.
8. Add engine oil of the same grade as
recommended, if the level is below
the lower limit. Bring the level up to
but not above the upper limit.
The engine oil filler cap is located
on the cylinder head cover. See the
Engine Compartment Overview on
page 102.
Vehicle Maintenance 103
Warning
Engine oil is irritant and, if ingested,
can cause illness or death.
Keep out of reach of children.
Avoid repeated or prolonged contact
with skin.
Wash exposed areas with soap and
water or hand cleaner.
Caution
Overfilling the engine with oil may
affect the operation of engine.
The upper limit mark on the dipstick
must not be exceeded.
Overfilling may damage the vehicle,
because:
The engine oil consumption will
—
be increased.
Overflow onto spark plug.
—
Excessive carbon accumulation
—
on the engine.