Checking engine oil level

QR25DE engine

VQ35DE engine

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches
operating temperature.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 10
minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Reinsert
it all the way.
5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil
level. It should be between the H (High) and
L (Low) marks B . This is the normal operating
oil level range. If the oil level is below
the L (Low) mark A , remove the oil filler cap
and pour recommended oil through the
opening. Do not overfill C .
6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.
It is normal to add some oil between oil maintenance intervals or during the break-in period, depending on the severity of operating conditions.
CAUTION
Oil level should be checked regularly. Operating the engine with an insufficient amount of oil can damage the engine, and such damage is not covered by warranty.
See also:
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch (if so equipped)
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch (if so equipped)
The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driving
conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in ...
Opener operation
WARNING:
- Do not drive with the trunk lid open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases
to be drawn into the vehicle. See Exhaust
gas in the Starting and driving
section of this manual.
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Explanation of general maintenance items
Additional information on the following
items with “ * ”is found later in this section. ...
