Checking Engine Oil Level

1. IMPORTANT: Failure to check the oil level regularly could lead to serious engine problems if oil level is out of the operating range:

   • Check oil level before operating.
   • Check oil level when the engine is cold and not running.
   • Keep oil level between the dipstick marks.
   • Shut off engine before adding oil.
   
   

   Park the vehicle safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Raise and secure cargo box.

3. IMPORTANT: Dirt and contamination can enter engine when checking oil level. Clean area around dipstick before loosening or removing.

   
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   Remove dipstick (A) and wipe it clean.

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4. Install dipstick.

5. Remove dipstick.

6. Checking oil level:

   • Oil level must be between upper and lower fill marks on dipstick.
   • If oil level is below lower mark on dipstick, add oil to bring oil level no higher than upper mark on dipstick.
   • If oil level is above upper mark, drain to proper level. Determine cause of this condition and correct.
   
   

7. Install dipstick.

8. Lower the cargo box.