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3ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (If Installed)
2. Engine Oil Filler Cap 3. Engine Oil Level Dipstick 
4. Fuel Filter
G010B01HR-GAT Diesel Engine (2.6 N/A)
G010B01HR
5. Fuse and Relay Box 
6. Radiator CapCAUTION:
To inspect or service the en-gine, first move the front seat.(Refer to " To Access the En- gine" on page 1-12).
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G010C01HR-GAT Diesel Engine (2.5 TCI)
HHR5001
1. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (If Installed)
2. Engine Oil Filler Cap 3. Engine Oil Level Dipstick 
4. Fuel Filter CAUTION:
o To inspect or service the engine, first move the front seat. (Refer to " To Access the Engine" on page 1-12).
o When inspecting or servic- ing the engine, you shouldhandle tools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of theengine is not damaged.
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5. Fuse and Relay Box 
6. Radiator Cap  
     
        
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G030D01HR-GAT Adding Oil 2.6 N/A
Before checking the oil, warm up the engine to normal operating tempera-ture and be sure your car is parked on level ground. Turn the engine off. Wait about ten minutes, then remove the dipstick, wipe it off, fully reinsert the dipstick and withdraw it again. Thennote the highest level the oil has reached on the dipstick. It should be between the upper ("F") and lower ("L") range.
G030D01HR
2.5 TCI
HHR5005If the oil level is close to or below the "L"mark, add oil until it reaches the "F"mark. To add oil: 
1. Remove the oil filler cap by turning
it counterclockwise.
2. Add oil, then check the level again.
Do not overfill.
3. Replace the cap by turning it clock- wise.
The distance between the "F" and "L" marks is equal to about 1.5 liters of oil. G350A01A-GAT ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION Function of Engine Oil Engine oil has the primary function of 
lubricating and cooling the inside of theengine. Engine oil consumption It is normal that an engine should consume some engine oil while nor- mal driving. The cause of oil consump- tion in a normal engine are as follows;   
     
        
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!WARNING:
Be very careful when draining the engine oil as it may be hot enough to burn you!
4. When the oil has stopped draining, replace the drain plug using a new gasket and retighten by turning it clockwise. 
Tightening torque : 3.5 ~ 4.5 kgf.m
5. Remove the oil filter by turning it counterclockwise with a oil filter wrench of the proper size. A certainamount of oil will come out when you remove the filter. So be sure to have your drain pan in place underneathit.
6. Install a new oil filter in accordance
with the instructions on the carton oron the filter itself. Do not over-tighten.
Tightening torque: 2.3 ~ 2.5 kgf.m Be sure that the mounting surfaceon the engine is clean and that theold gasket is removed completely. Lubricate the new gasket on the filter with clean engine oil beforeinstallation.!
7. Remove the engine oil level dipstick. 
8. Refill the crankcase with the recom- mended engine oil slowly. Refer to the specification in chapter 9 for engine oil capacity.
CAUTION:
Slowly pour the recommended oilby using a funnel. Do not overfill not to damage the engine. 
9. Start the engine and check to be sure no oil is leaking from the drain plug or oil filter.
10. Shut off the engine and recheck the
oil level.
NOTE: Always dispose of used engine oil in an environmentally acceptable man-ner. It is suggested that it be placed in a sealed container and taken to a service station for reclamation. Donot pour the oil on the ground or put it into the household trash. WARNING:
Used motor oil may cause irritation or cancer of the skin if left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods of time. Wash your hands thoroughlywith soap and warm water as soon as possible after handling used oil.
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