Note. Always check the oil level when the engine is warm (oil temperature must be above 60°C (140°F). Check the oil level with the car on level ground. Wait for a few minutes after switching off the engine to allow the oil to flow back into the oil pan.
- Pull out dipstick, wipe dip stick with a clean cloth and insert it again as far as it will go.
- Pull out dipstick again and read oil level.
Markings on dipstick
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- Do not add any oil.
- Oil can be topped up (as far as -a-)
- Oil must be topped up.
It is enough when the oil level is within area -b- (grooved area on dipstick).