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Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter

Synthetic Oil Changing the Engine Oil and DRAIN BOLT
You may use a synthetic motor oil if Filter WASHER
it meets the same requirements Always change the oil and filter
given for a conventional motor oil: it according to the maintenance
displays the API Certification Seal, messages shown on the information
and it is the proper weight. You must display. The oil and filter collect
follow the oil and filter change contaminants that can damage your
intervals shown on the information engine if they are not removed
display. regularly.

Engine Oil Additives Changing the oil and filter requires
Your vehicle does not require any oil special tools and access from
additives. Additives may adversely underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
affect the engine or transmission should be raised on a service station- 2. Open the hood, and remove the
performance and durability. type hydraulic lift for this service. engine oil fill cap. Remove the oil
Unless you have the knowledge and drain bolt and washer from the
proper equipment, you should have bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
this maintenance done by a skilled into an appropriate container.
technician.

1. Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.

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