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Engine Oil (Diesel Engines)
Checking Engine Oil
It’s a good idea to check your engine oil level every time
you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil
must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
3500HD
Full
-
Size Van
The engine oil dipstick has a yellow ring handle.
The engine oil dipstick on the 3500HD is located on
the driver’s side of the engine compartment. The engine
oil dipstick on the full
-
size van is located at the center
of the engine compartment.
See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for
more information on location.
Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to
drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick
might not show the actual level.
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or a
cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again,
keeping the tip down.