Engine Oil: Testing and Inspection

Engine Oil

INSPECTION
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Remove the oil level gauge and wipe away the oil.
3. Reinsert the level gauge all the way. Be sure that the level gauge is correctly inserted and properly orientated.
4. Remove it again and note the reading. If the engine oil level is below "L" line, add oil to bring the level up to "F" line.
5. After turning off the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan before checking the level.
6. Just after driving or while the engine is warm, engine oil level shows in the range between "F" line and cutout portion. This is caused by thermal expansion of engine oil.

NOTE: To prevent overfilling of engine oil, do not add oil above "F" line when the engine is cold.