Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)
If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Engine Oil
(Diesel Engine)” in the Diesel Engine Supplement.
It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you
get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must
be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
The engine oil dipstick has a yellow ring handle and is
located on the passenger’s side
of
the engine.
Checking Engine Oil
Pull out the dipstick and clean
it
with a paper towel
or
cloth, then push it back
in
all the way. Remove it again,
keeping the tip down, and check the level.
When
to
Add
Engine Oil
If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need
to add at least one quart
of
oil. But you must use the
right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For
crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications”
in
the Index.
Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to
drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick
might not show the actual level,
6-14
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General
