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2. Checking Oil Quality



Checking Oil Quality







- Ignition off.

Check the oil by taking a sample with the dipstick.

Alternatives:
1. Oil is OK.
2. Oil is discolored or has a burnt smell.
3. Oil contaminated with water (grayish coloring).

Select an alternative that describes the situation.

1: Refer to Trouble Code Descriptions. Diagnostic Trouble Code Descriptions
2: Refer to Replacing. 3. Replacing Oil
3: Refer to Replacing Component. 5. Replacing Component