The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before
starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at
the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 273
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Defroster, Rear Window................... 193
Defroster, Windshield...................63,188
Delay Wipers........................... 108
Digital Video Disc Player.................. 170
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 107
Dipsticks
Automatic Transaxle.................... 296
Disposal
Antifreeze........................... 290
Door Locks............................. 16
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 17
Door Opener, Garage..................... 115
Drive Belts............................ 276
Drive Shaft Universal Joints................ 283
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 259
DVD Player............................ 170
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 72Electrical Power Outlets................... 124
Electronic Speed Control................... 111
Electronic Vehicle Information Center......... 145
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 252
Overheating.......................... 251
Emission Control System Maintenance......270,316
Engine............................... 268
Air Cleaner.......................... 277
Air Cleaner Filter...................... 277
Block Heater......................... 200
Break-In Recommendations................ 61
Checking Oil Level..................... 272
Compartment......................... 268
Coolant............................. 312
Cooling............................. 286
Exhaust Gas Caution..................29,239
Fails to Start.......................... 199
Fuel Requirements..................... 235
INDEX 349
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