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Engine Lubrication: Testing and Inspection






Engine Oil Level, Checking






The engine oil level may stay in the - d - range due to fuel entering the oil or unfavorable operating conditions after filling. This is normal and regulates itself. It is not necessary to correct the oil level.

The oil level must not go above the MAX mark - danger of causing damage to the catalytic converter! Marks, refer to => [ Engine Oil Level, Checking ] Testing and Inspection.

1 MIN. mark
2 MAX mark
a Oil level in area of the MIN. mark: Fill the engine oil.
b Oil level in the center area: Engine oil can be added.
c Oil level in area of the MAX. mark: Do not add engine oil.
d The oil level may stay at this level due to certain operating conditions.