During operation, any engine consumes a certain amount of oil. Therefore, it is important to check the oil level in the engine after certain runs (time intervals) and before a long trip.
For this test, the vehicle must be on a level, level surface with the engine stopped and warmed up to normal operating temperature. If the engine was running before checking, wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the engine oil sump and to accurately determine its level.
Pic. 1.1. Places for checking and filling working fluids and lubricants
Take out the oil level gauge (probe), wipe it with a clean cloth, and reinsert it all the way into the guide tube. Remove the pointer and check the oil level. The oil level must always be between the MIN and MAX marks (Pic. 1.2)
Pic. 1.2 Checking the engine oil level
If the oil level is below the specified limit, remove the oil filler cap located on the cylinder head cover and add oil. Then check the level again. If normal, reinstall the oil filler cap and make sure it is tight and secure.
The viscosity of engine oil changes with temperature. Therefore, it is necessary to select an engine oil viscosity based on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be operated after an oil change (pic. 1.3), Selecting a viscosity other than the recommended one may result in severe engine damage.
Pic. 1.3. Viscosity of engine oil depending on temperature
Notes
(1) Engine oil consumption is highly dependent on vehicle payload, engine speed, driving style, etc. and can reach 1.0 l / 1000 km.
(2) Specifications (quality) engine oil can deteriorate rapidly when operating the vehicle in adverse conditions (e.g. when driving frequently on bad roads, in high mountains, on roads with a lot of ups and downs, and when driving many short distances). In these cases, the oil should be changed more frequently.
(3) Use only engine oil with an API classification of at least "FOR SERVICE CG".
Warning. It is not recommended to add any additives to the engine oil, as this can upset the balance of additives already present in the oil and, as a result, damage engine components and parts.