Engine Oil: Testing and Inspection

Oil level, checking

Note: Oil level must not exceed max. marking danger of catalytic converter damage!

Requirements
^ Minimum engine oil temperature: 60°C.
^ Vehicle on level ground.
^ After stopping engine, wait a few minutes to allow oil to flow back into oil pan.

Work sequence
- Pull out oil dipstick, wipe off with a clean cloth and re-insert dipstick again up to stop.
- Withdraw dipstick again and read oil level.





Range of markings on dipstick:

Note: Oil level must not exceed max. marking - a - and must not fall short of min. marking - c -.