Component Tests and General Diagnostics

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 -.