Engine Oil: Inspection
- Park vehicle on a level surface.
- Remove oil level gauge and wipe it clean.
- Reinsert the level gauge all the way. Be sure that the level gauge is correctly inserted and in the proper orientation.
- Remove it again and note the reading. If the engine oil level is below the "L" line, add oil to bring the level up to the "F" line.
- After turning off the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan before checking the level.
- To prevent overfilling the engine oil, do not add oil above the "F" line when the engine is cold.
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