Seat Mii 2019 Owner's Manual page 199

For the sake of the environment
The oil level must never be above zone
Otherwise oil can be drawn in through the
crankcase breather and leak into the at-
mosphere via the exhaust system.
Engine oil consumption
The consumption of engine oil can be differ-
ent from one engine to another and can vary
during the useful life of the engine.
Depending on how you drive and the condi-
tions in which the vehicle is used, oil con-
sumption can be up to 1 ltr./2000 km. In the
case of new vehicles, the consumption can
exceed this figure over 5,000 kilometres. For
this reason the engine oil level must be
checked at regular intervals, preferably when
filling the tank and before a journey.
When the engine is working hard, for instance
during sustained high-speed motorway cruis-
ing in summer or when climbing mountain
passes, the oil level should preferably be kept
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within area Fig. 181 .
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Topping up engine oil
Read the additional information carefully
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Checking and refilling levels
The engine oil must be changed regularly ac-
cording to the specifications of the Mainte-
.
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nance Programme.
Due to the problems linked with disposing of
used oil and the need for suitable tools and
special knowledge, always visit a specialised
workshop to have the engine oil and filter
changed. SEAT recommends taking your car
in for technical service.
Detailed information on the service intervals
is shown in the Maintenance Programme.
Engine oil additives make new oil darker after
the engine has been running for a short peri-
od. This is normal and does not mean more
frequent oil changes are required.
WARNING
Only change the engine oil yourself if you
have the specialist knowledge required!
Before opening the bonnet, read and ob-
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serve the warnings
Wait for the engine to cool down. Hot oil
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may cause burn injuries.
Wear eye protection to avoid injuries,
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such as acid burns, caused by splashes of
oil.
When removing the oil drain plug with
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your fingers, keep your arm horizontal to
help prevent oil from running down your
arm.
Wash your skin thoroughly if it comes into
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contact with engine oil.
Engine oil is poisonous! Used oil must be
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stored in a safe place out of the reach of
children.
No additives should be used with engine oil.
This could result in engine damage. Any
damage caused by the use of such addi-
tives would not be covered by the factory
warranty.
Before changing the engine oil, find a suita-
ble location or service for proper disposal.
Always dispose of engine oil with the ut-
most respect for the environment. Never
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dispose of used engine oil in places such as
a garden, woods, drains, roads, paths, riv-
ers and drainage systems.
CAUTION
For the sake of the environment
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