Engine Oil Level Check

1. Park the vehicle on a level, horizontal surface.

2. After stopping the engine, wait several minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. When the engine is cold, the oil takes longer to drain.

3. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.

4. Insert the oil dipstick into the tube until it stops.

5. Remove the oil dipstick again.

6. Check that the fluid on the oil dipstick is clear.

7. Check the oil level on the oil dipstick. The oil level must be between the MIN and MAX marks.

8. If the level is below the MIN mark, add the required amount of oil of the same grade and viscosity as in the engine to raise the level to the maximum. Do not exceed the MAX mark.

The engine oil filler cap is located on the cylinder head cover (see illustration below).

For information on engine oil specifications, refer to the "LUBRICANT CHART" section.

Engine oil is a poisonous fluid. Swallowing it may cause poisoning or death.

• Keep engine oil out of reach of children.
• Avoid repeated or prolonged skin contact with engine oil.
• After handling engine oil, wash exposed skin with soap or a special cleaner.

Adding too much engine oil may affect engine operation.

• Do not allow the oil level to exceed the MAX mark on the oil dipstick.

Exceeding the maximum engine oil level may result in the following:

• Increased oil consumption.
• Fouling of spark plugs.
• Excessive carbon buildup in the engine.