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Check oil level, leaks, top up as necessary

Check oil level, leaks, top up as necessary

Oil level, engine


Check the level while the engine is still warm, 2-5 minutes after switching it off.

Top up with oil to the MAX mark on the dipstick. The distance between the MAX and MIN marks corresponds to 1 litre (1.05 qts).

Oil type:

See Lubricants

Warning

Make sure the filler cap is screwed on properly after topping up with oil. Oil on the exhaust manifold can cause fires.


Fluid level, automatic transmission


Apply the handbrake. Start the engine and run it at idling speed. Select D and wait at least 15 seconds. Then select R and wait another 15 seconds. Repeat in position P.

Check the oil level (engine running at idling speed and selector lever in P). Top up as necessary.

Important

The dipstick has two sets of level marks. The amount of oil between the maximum and minimum marks is about 0.4 litres (0.4 qts).


Oil type:

See Lubricants

Fluid level, power steering


Check the level and top up as necessary. If the fluid level is low, investigate the cause.

Oil type:

See Lubricants

Warning

Oil spilled on hot parts could cause a fire.