Do-it-yourself maintenance

Recommended Oil

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The engine oil quality should meet the following classification.

The engine oil quality should meet the following classification.

API Service SM* or above, ILSAC GF-4 or above

* If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.

NOTE:

NOTE:

For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API Service SM / ILSAC GF-4). However, if the engine oil is not available in your country, select the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.

To Check the Oil Level

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