General information

An engine consumes oil to lubricate and cool moving parts, so it is normal to top up the oil between oil changes.

However, if after the running-in period oil consumption exceeds 0.5 litre per 1,000 km, consult a brand representative.

Frequency: check your oil level regularly and, in any case, before every long journey to avoid the risk of damaging your engine.

Reading the oil level

The reading must be taken on level ground and after the engine has been stopped for an extended period.

To know the exact oil level and make sure the maximum level is not exceeded (risk of engine damage), the dipstick must be used. See the following pages.

The dashboard display only warns when the oil level is at minimum.

Minimum oil level warning on dashboard

While the message 'function test in progress' is displayed, press one of the buttons 3 or 4.

If the level is above the minimum: the message 'oil level' appears on the display, with blocks 1 which are replaced by dashes 2 as the level drops.

Note: the detailed level display is not available if the previous journey was short.

If the level is at minimum: the message 'oil level to be topped up' and the warning lightcome on in the
dashboard.

Top up the level as soon as possible.

Note: to return to the on-board computer display, press 3 or 4 again.

The display
only warns when the level is at minimum. It never warns when the maximum level is exceeded, which can only be detected by reading the dipstick.

Reading the level on the dipstick

• remove the dipstick (see the following pages for its location) and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth;
• push the dipstick fully home (on vehicles fitted with the "dipstick cap" C, screw the cap fully in);
• remove the dipstick again;
• read the level: it must never drop below the "MIN" mark A or exceed the "MAX" mark B.

Once the level has been read, make sure to push the dipstick fully home or screw the dipstick cap fully in.

Engine oil above
maximum level

Never exceed the maximum fill level B: risk of damage to the engine and catalytic converter.

If the maximum level has been exceeded, do not start the vehicle and call a Brand Representative.

If the level drops abnormally or repeatedly, consult a Brand Representative.When
working near the engine, it may be hot. In addition, the cooling fan may start at any time.

Risk of injury.

Before
working in the engine compartment, be sure to switch off the ignition by pressing the engine stop button (refer to the 'Starting and stopping the engine' section in chapter 2).