Engine Oil
To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment:
○ Always use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade. See “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in this section.
○ Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level. See “Checking Engine Oil” and “When to Add Engine Oil” in this section.
○ Change the engine oil at the appropriate time. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑12.
○ Always dispose of engine oil properly. See “What to Do with Used Oil” in this section.
See also:
General Towing Information
Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle.
Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer.
See the following trailer t ...
Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to
get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick
handle is a yellow loop. See En ...
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 80 000 km (50,000 mi) interval. S ...