Toyota RAV4 1998, Operating Manual

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Engine oil selection
Use API grade SH, ”Energy- Conserving II”
or SJ, ”Energy- Conserving” multigrade en-
gine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
SAE 5W- 30 is the best choice for your
vehicle, for good fuel economy and
good starting in cold weather.
If you use SAE 10W- 30 engine oil in
extremely low temperatures, the engine
may become difficult to start, so SAE
5W- 30 engine oil is recommended.
API service symbol
ILSAC certification mark
Oil identification marks
Either or both API registered marks are
added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
The API Service Symbol is located anywhere
on the outside of the container.
The top portion of the label shows the oil
quality by API (American Petroleum Institute)
designations such as SJ. The center portion
of the label shows the SAE viscosity grade
such as SAE 5W- 30. ”Energy- Conserving”
shown in the lower portion, indicates that
the oil has fuel- saving capabilities.
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standard-
ization and Approval Committee) Certifica-
tion Mark is displayed on the front of the
container.