1. Check engine oil with the engine off and the car parked on level ground.
2. Make certain that the oil level indicated on the dipstick is between the upper and lower marks.
3. If the level has dropped close to the lower mark, add oil until it reaches the upper mark.
CAUTION: Insert the dipstick carefully to avoid bending it.
CAUTION: Remove the drain bolt carefully while the engine is hot; the hot oil may cause scalding.
1. Warm up the engine.
2. Drain the engine oil.
3. Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer, and refill with the recommended oil.
Requirement | Always use a fuel-efficient oil is that says "API Service SG or SH". SAE Viscosity: See chart below |
Capacity | 3.0 P (3.2 US qt, 2.6 Imp qt) at oil change. 3.3 f (3.5 US qt, 2.9 Imp qt) at change, including filter. D16Y2, D15Z3 engines: 4.2 f (4.4 US qt, 3.7 Imp qt) D16Y3, D14A2 engines: 4.0 P (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt) after engine overhaul. |
Change | Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 12 months |
Engine Oil SAE Viscosity for Outside Temperature