MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Form 169552 / 169554 / 169555
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Revision A
7.8.3 OIL LEVEL
Check engine oil level frequently, and watch for
any signs of leakage.
NOTE
During the break-in period, a higher than
usual oil consumption should be
considered normal.
Check the oil level as follows:
a. Stop engine, and remove key. Wait about 5
minutes.
b. Open engine compartment hood to lowest
position.
See Section 7.4 ENGINE
COMPARTMENT HOOD.
c. Remove dipstick by turning it counter clockwise
to unlock, and remove.
d. Wipe clean, re-insert in engine, and remove.
e. Oil level should be between LOW and HIGH
marks.
f. Replace dipstick, and turn it clockwise to lock.
g. Add oil as follows if level is below the LOW
mark: One U.S. qt. (1 liter) is will raise the level
from LOW to HIGH.
CAUTION
Do not fill above the HIGH mark.
1. Turn handle (B) counter clockwise to loosen
bung, and remove cap (A).
2. Carefully pour the oil. Use SAE 15W-40
Compliant With SAE Specs for API Class SJ
and CH-4 Engine Oil. A funnel is
recommended to avoid spillage.
3. Replace oil filler cap, and turn handle (B)
clockwise until snug.
h. Close engine compartment hood.
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