1. Be sure the vehicle is on level
ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to
reach normal operating tempera-
ture.
3. Turn the engine off and wait for a
few minutes (about 5 minutes) for
the oil to return to the oil pan.
4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean,
and re-insert it fully.
5. Pull the dipstick out again and
check the level.
6. The level should be in the C range.
If the level is in the D range, add
enough engine oil to bring the
level up to the C range.
WARNING
Radiator hose
Be very careful not to touch the
radiator hose when checking or
adding the engine oil as it may
be hot enough to burn you.
CAUTION
•
Do not spill engine oil, when
adding or changing engine
oil. If you drop the engine oil
on the engine compartment,
wipe it off immediately.
•
When you wipe the oil level
gauge, you should wipe it with
a clean cloth. When mixed
with debris, it can cause
engine damage.
■ 2.0 TCI
If it is near or within D range, add
enough oil to bring the level into the
C range. Do not overfill.
Use only the specified engine oil.
(Refer to "Recommended lubricants
and capacities" in chapter 8.)
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