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Check procedure
CAUTION: If the engine has been running, wait at least 20 to 30
minutes before checking.
NOTICE: Engine oil level must be checked with the vehicle parked
on level ground.
The engine oil level must be kept at the right level to help assure
p r o p e r l u b r i c a t i o n o f y o u r v e h i c l e ’ s e n g i n e . I t i s t h e o w n e r ’ s
responsibility to check the oil level at regular intervals (such as every
fuel stop), according to the following instructions. In order to get an
accurate reading, the oil must be warm, at operating temperature and
the vehicle must be on level ground.
1. Turn the engine off and give the oil 20 to 30 minutes to drain back
into the oil pan.
NOTICE: If you check the engine level when the oil is cold, do not
run the engine first. (A.M before starting) Cold oil will not drain
back to the pan fast enough to give an accurate reading.
NOTICE: Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere
between the "MIN" and "FULL" range. Never add oil above the
"FULL" mark.
2. Pull out the dipstick, wipe the dipstick clean, then push the dipstick
back down all the way.
3. Pull out the dipstick again and inspect the oil level on it.
4. If needed, add oil to keep the oil level above the "MIN" mark.
5. If the oil level has increased above the "FULL" mark see "Dilution"
for additional information.
6. Push the dipstick all the way back in after checking the oil.
Dilution
Under normal engine operations the engine oil level may increase
above the "FULL" mark as a result of DPF regeneration. A small
increase in the oil level between the oil change interval is normal.
When checking the engine oil level, if the oil level exceeds the "FULL"
mark of the dipstick and reaches enlarged portion of the dipstick
(position "A") have your oil changed as soon as possible to avoid
engine damage.
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