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Engine oil
The engine is filled with a high quality multigrade
oil at the factory. This oil may be used all year
round, except in extremely cold climates.
Viscosity grades and oil specifications
Viscosity grades and oil specifications:
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Engine oil level, checking
Test requirements:
Engine oil temperature at least 60 C
Vehicle must be level (horizontal)
Wait a few minutes after switching off engine
to allow oil to flow back into oil pan.
- Pull out dipstick, wipe with a clean cloth and
insert again to stop.
- Pull out dipstick again and read oil level.
Markings on oil dipstick:
Note:
The oil level must not be above marking -a- on the dipstick. a - Oilmust not be topped up.
b - Oil may be topped up. The oil level may rise as far as area -a- after
topping up.
c - Oilmustbe topped up. The oil level is sufficient if somewhere in area -
b- (grooved area) after topping up.
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