1998-2000 Models

CAUTION: Remove the drain bolt carefully while the engine is hot; the hot oil may cause scalding.

Warm up the engine.
Drain the engine oil.

Fig 1: Drain Bolt And Washer With Torque Specifications
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Reinstall the drain bolt with a new washer, and refill the engine with the recommended oil.

ENGINE OIL REFERENCE CHART

Requirement	API Service Grade: Use "Energy Conserving" SJ grade oil. SAE 5W-30 preferred. You can also use an oil that bears the API CERTIFICATION mark.
Capacity	3.3 l (3.5 US qt, 2.9 lmp qt) at change, including filter. 3.0 l (3.2 US qt, 2.6 lmp qt) at change, without filter. 3.7 l (3.9 US qt, 3.3 lmp qt) after engine overhaul.
Change	Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months (Normal Conditions). Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 months (Severe Conditions).

NOTE: Under normal conditions, the oil filter should be replaced at every other oil change.

Under severe conditions, the oil filter should be replaced at each oil change.

The numbers in the middle of the API Service label tell you the oil's SAE viscosity or weight. Select the oil for your car according to this chart:

Fig 2: Ambient Temperature Chart

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An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is preferred for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in the car. You may use a 10W-30 oil if the climate in your area is limited to the temperature range shown on the chart.

Fig 3: Identifying API Service Label And API Certification Mark

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Run the engine for more than three minutes, then check for oil leakage.