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4. The oil level marked on the oil level gauge
should be within the “inspection level range”
indicated in the figure (between the lower notch
and circle mark).
5. If necessary, add engine oil to a level within the
“replenishing level range” indicated in the figure.
Change the oil if its level is above the circle
mark on the oil level gauge. The engine oil must
also be changed if it is extremely dirty.
CAUTION
If the oil level is above the circle mark on the oil
level gauge, change the engine oil immediately.
Because this is a sign of deteriorated engine oil
performance, continued use of the same oil will
cause engine failure and could even cause
uncontrolled revving of the engine.
6. After the check, insert the oil level gauge into
position and secure it properly.
1.2 Adding oil
1. On Crew-cab models, the engine access open-
ing is located under the assistant driver’s seat.
Clean the area around oil filler cap to prevent
dust and dirt from entering the engine.
2. Remove the oil filler cap and add oil as neces-
sary.
3. Make sure that the oil level is correct. If the oil
level is checked immediately after adding, the
reading may be lower than the actual level
because all added oil may have not yet reached
the oil pan. Wait for at least 5 minutes after add-
ing oil and then check the oil level with the oil
level gauge. If you add too much oil, remove oil
through the drain plug on the oil pan to achieve
the correct level.
4. Install the oil filler cap.
CAUTION
• The added oil should be of the same grade
and viscosity as the oil originally placed in
the engine.
WARNING
Take care not to spill engine oil as engine oil
on the exhaust manifold or other hot sec-
tions of engine could catch fire. Wipe clean
the oil if spilt.
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