Engine Lubrication: Testing and Inspection

Engine Oil, Checking Level

• Oil level must not exceed max. marking - danger of catalytic converter damage!

Test Conditions

• Engine oil temperature min. 60° C.

• Vehicle in level position.

• After stopping engine, wait a few minutes to allow oil to flow back into oil pan.

Test Sequence

- Pull out oil dipstick, wipe off with a clean cloth and reinsert dipstick again up to stop.

- Withdraw dipstick again and read oil level.

Oil Dipstick Markings





1 Max. marking
2 Min. marking
a Area above hatched area up to max. marking: Do not replenish with engine oil!
b Oil level at hatched area: Can be replenished with engine oil
c Range from min marking to hatched area: Replenish with max. 0.5 liter of engine oil!