Engine Oil And Oil Filter - Mitsubishi 2016 Outlander Manual

Engine oil and oil filter

Engine oil and oil filter
To check and refill engine oil
It is normal for an engine to use oil. You may
need to add oil between the recommended oil
change intervals. Before starting the engine,
check the engine oil level. Refill if necessary.
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9-6 Vehicle care and maintenance
To check the oil level, remove the dipstick,
wipe it off, and gently reinsert it all the way.
N00937702024 Slowly pull the dipstick straight out and
check the oil level by checking the upper sur-
face of the dipstick. The oil level must not go
above the line on the dipstick.
NOTE
 If it is difficult to verify the oil level, wipe
off the dipstick and reinsert it. Wait a
moment and then recheck the oil level by
checking the upper surface of the dipstick.
If the level does not reach the line which
shows the minimum amount of oil required,
remove the oil filler cap on the engine valve
cover, and fill to within the "Good" range.
2.4 L models
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
3.0 L models
CAUTION
 Overfilling will cause oil aeration and loss of
oil pressure, which could damage the engine.
WARNING
 Used engine oil is poisonous, and can dam-
age your skin. Prolonged and repeated
contact may cause serious skin disorders,
including dermatitis and cancer. Do not let
used oil touch your skin and wash thor-
oughly after working with it.
 Keep used oil out of the reach of children.
NOTE
 Engine oil consumption is greatly influenced
by payload, engine speed, etc.