Engine Oil; Checking Engine Oil- Page 261

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Engine Oil

If the LOW OIL light
appears on the instrument
cluster, it means you need 
to check your engine oil
level right away. For more
information, see “Low Oil
Level Light” in the Index.

You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is
an added reminder.

Checking Engine Oil

It’s a good idea to check your engine oil 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.

The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop near
the front of the engine. See “Engine Compartment
Overview” in the Index for more information 
on location.

Turn off the engine and give the oil several 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
cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again,
keeping the tip down, and check the level.