Procedures

Checking engine-oil level (markings on oil dipstick)

^ The vehicle must stand horizontally.
^ The engine must be switched off and at operating temperature.
^ Before measuring, allow engine oil to flow back into the oil pan for approximately 3 minutes.

1. Pull out oil dipstick and wipe it off with a clean, lint-free cloth. Push dipstick back in fully, pull it out again and read off the oil level. Correct the engine-oil level if necessary.

Information:
^ After changing the oil, the oil level must be checked on the dipstick.
^ The engine must have reached its operating temperature.

Markings on the dipstick:

Markings on the dipstick

^ 1 - Max. marking
^ 2 - Min. marking
^ a - Above cross-hatched area up to Max. marking: no more oil needs to be added.
^ b - Oil level within cross-hatched area: additional engine oil can be added.
^ c - Area from Min. marking to cross-hatched area: refill engine oil up to the cross-hatched area.