Checking Engine Oil Level

The best time to check engine oil level is after the vehicle has sat overnight. If the engine has been running, allow the engine to be shut off for at least 5 minutes before checking oil level.

Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Remove the engine oil dipstick. See Fig 1. The dipstick is calibrated for 2 quarts within the SAFE zone. See Fig 2.

Fig 1: Fluid Level Service Locations

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1 - COOLANT PRESSURE CAP

2 - ENGINE OIL FILL

3 - BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR

4 - CLUTCH FLUID RESERVOIR

5 - POWER STEERING FLUID

6 - ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK

7 - WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR

Fig 2: Engine Oil Level

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1 - ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK