Maintenance

Adding Engine Oil

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~24min
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Adding Engine Oil
  1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
  2. Add oil slowly.
  3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it securely.
  4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine oil dipstick.

Adding Engine Oil

NOTICE Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark. Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and engine damage.

If any oil spills, wipe it away immediately. Spilled oil may damage the engine compartment components.

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