Important parts of the engine compartment
1
2
Gasoline engine: expansion tank for cool-
ant, refer to page 222
3
4
5
Jump-starting connection, refer to
page 238
Diesel engine: the expansion tank is located
on the other side of the vehicle
Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding
engine oil
Washer fluid filler neck for headlamp clean-
ing system and window washer system,
refer to page 60
Dipstick for engine oil, refer to Checking oil
level
Engine oil
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
driving style and driving conditions.
again.
The oil level must be between the two
markings on the dipstick.
Checking the engine oil level with the
dipstick*
1.
Park the vehicle on a level surface with the
engine at operating temperature, i.e. after
an uninterrupted drive of at least 6.5 miles/
10
km.
2.
3.
Switch off the engine.
After approx. 5 minutes, pull out the
dipstick 5 and wipe it off with a lint-free
cloth, paper towel or similar material.
The oil quantity between the two markings on
the dipstick is equivalent to approx. 1 US quart/
1 liter.
4.
Carefully push the dipstick all the way back
into the measuring tube and pull it out
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