Oil level dipstick on a 4-cylinder engine
The oil level indicator dipstick is indicated by an arrow.
Oil level dipstick for 6-cylinder 3.0L engine
Oil level indicator dipstick (indicated by the arrow) on a 6-cylinder 3.0L engine it is located on the left side.
Checking the engine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level, horizontal surface.
2. The oil level in the engine is checked using an indicator, the dipstick of which is located in the engine sump.
3. The oil level is checked before driving or at least 15 minutes after stopping the hot engine.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag. Insert the dipstick back into the tube until it stops, remove the dipstick again. Determine the oil level by the edge of the oil film on the dipstick. If the oil level is below the lower L mark, unscrew the filler cap on the cylinder head cover and add fresh oil of the required grade to a level slightly below the upper F mark.
5. When finished, insert the dipstick into the oil level indicator tube and tighten the oil filler cap (indicated by the arrow).
6. Always maintain the oil level between the two marks. If the oil level drops too low, the engine may not be lubricated properly and may fail. If the oil level is too high, the spark plugs will become oily and oil leaks will develop from under the gaskets and seals.
7. The oil needs to be replaced if, when running your fingers along the dipstick, (before wiping) solid particles can be felt.