Engine Lubrication: Testing and Inspection
Oil Level, Inspection
• The oil level must not exceed the max. marking or the catalytic converter could be damaged!
Procedure
• 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.
- Remove oil dipstick, wipe off with a clean cloth and reinsert dipstick again until seated.
- Remove dipstick again and check the oil level.
Range of markings on dipstick:
a Oil must not be added.
b Oil may be topped off.
c Oil must be added.
• Oil level must not exceed max. marking - a - and must not fall short of min. marking - c -.