Vehicle care

Engine oil

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In vehicles fitted with engine oil level monitoring, the engine oil level is checked automatically, Vehicle messages. It is advisable to check the engine oil level manually before embarking on a long journey. Check with the vehicle on a level surface. The engine must be at operating temperature and switched off for at least 5 minutes. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it to the stop on the handle, pull out and read the engine oil level.

Insert dipstick to the stop on the handle and make half a turn.

Different dipsticks are used

Different dipsticks are used depending on engine variant.

When the engine oil level has

When the engine oil level has dropped to the MIN mark, top up engine oil.

We recommend to use the same

We recommend to use the same engine oil that is filled in.

The engine oil level must not exceed the MAX mark on the dipstick.

Caution:
Overfilled engine oil must be drained or suctioned out.
Capacities.

Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

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