Engine Oil: Service and Repair
REPLACEMENTCAUTION: Remove the drain plug carefully while the engine is hot, the hot oil may cause scalding.
1. Warm up the engine.
2. Drain the engine oil.
3. Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer, and refill with the recommended oil.
- The manufacturer recommends that you use API Service Grade: Use "Energy Conserving" SJ or "Energy Conserving II" SH grade oil. SAE 10W-30 preferred. You can also use oil from a container that bears the API CERTIFICATION seal.
- Capacity
- At change, including filter: 5.0 (5.3 qt.)
- After engine overhaul: 6.3 (6.7 qt.)
- Change Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months whichever comes first (Normal conditions). Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 3 months whichever comes first (Severe conditions).
NOTE: Under normal conditions, the oil filter should be replaced at every other oil change. Under severe conditions, the oil filter should be replaced at each oil change.
The numbers in the middle of the API Service label tell you the oil's SAE viscosity or weight. Select the oil for your vehicle according to this chart:
An oil with a viscosity of 10W - 30 is preferred for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in the vehicle.
You may use a 5W - 30 oil if the climate in your area is limited to the temperature range shown on the chart (see image).
4. Fill the engine with oil up to the specified level, run the engine for more than three minutes, then check for oil leakage and oil level.