4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Adding engine oil
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Engine oil selection
Items
Remove the oil filler cap.
STEP
1
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
STEP
2
Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
STEP
3
The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and
full on the dipstick is indicated as follows:
Gasoline engine
1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp.qt.)
1AD-FTV engine
Vehicles with DPF catalytic converter:
1.6 L (1.7 qt., 1.4 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles without DPF catalytic converter:
1.7 L (1.8 qt., 1.5 Imp.qt.)
2AD-FTV and 2AD-FHV engines
1.6 L (1.7 qt., 1.4 Imp.qt.)
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If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
P. 747
Clean funnel
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