Engine Lubrication: Testing and Inspection

Engine Oil, Checking Level

• Oil level must not exceed max. marking - danger of catalytic converter damage!

Test Conditions

• Engine oil temperature at least 60 °C.

• Vehicle in level position.

• After stopping engine, wait a few minutes to allow oil to flow back into oil pan.

Test Sequence

- Pull out oil dipstick, wipe off with a clean cloth and re-insert dipstick again up to stop.

- Withdraw dipstick again and check oil level.

Range of markings on dipstick:





1 Min. marking
2 Max. marking
a Oil level in area of Min. marking: Fill engine oil.
b Oil level in center area: Engine oil can be added.
c Oil level in area of the max. marking: Do not add engine oil.
d The oil level may stay at this level due to certain operating conditions.

• The engine oil level may stay in the - d - range due to fuel entering the oil or unfavorable operating conditions after filling. This is normal and will correct itself. Engine oil does not need to be drained.