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MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil
Always check and change the oil at the intervals outlined in the Periodic
Maintenance Chart beginning on page 77. Always use the recommended
engine oil.
Oil Check
Always check the oil when the engine is cold. If the engine is hot when
the oil is checked, the level will appear to be overfull.
Access the oil check dipstick through the service access panel behind
the seats. Access the oil fill cap through the service access panel on the
floor of the cargo box.
1. Position the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Place the transmission in
PARK.
3. Start the engine and allow it to
idle for 30 seconds.
4. Stop the engine and wait 15
seconds before removing the
dipstick.
5. Remove the dipstick. Wipe it
dry with a clean cloth.
6. Reinstall the dipstick com-
pletely. Remove the dipstick
and check the oil level.
7. Remove the oil fill cap to add
the recommended oil as
needed. Maintain the oil level
between the minimum and
maximum marks on the dip-
stick. Do not overfill.
8. Reinstall the fill cap. Reinstall
the dipstick.
Oil Check
Oil Fill