2. Start the engine and let it idle until it
reaches operating temperature, then
turn it off.
CAUTION
∙ Be careful not to burn yourself. The
engine oil may be hot.
A
3. Remove the oil filler cap
counterclockwise.
by turning it
᭺
∙ Waste oil must be disposed of
properly.
4. Place a large drain pan under the drain
∙ Check your local regulations.
B
plug
.
᭺
B
6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug
᭺
B
5. Remove the drain plug
with
a
᭺
and a new washer. Securely tighten the
wrench by turning it counterclockwise
and completely drain the oil.
B
drain plug
with a wrench. Do not use
᭺
excessive force.
If the oil filter is to be changed, remove
and replace it at this time. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Changing
engine oil filter” in this section.
Drain plug tightening torque:
25 ft-lb (34 N·m)
7. Refill engine with recommended oil
through the oil filler opening, then install
WARNING
A
the oil filler cap
securely.
᭺
∙ Prolonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin
cancer.
For additional information on drain
and refill capacity, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capaci-
ties” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.
∙ Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner
as soon as possible.
LDI2788
CHANGING ENGINE OIL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
apply the parking brake.
The drain and refill capacity depends
on the oil temperature and drain time.
Use these specifications for reference
only. Always use the dipstick to deter-
mine when the proper amount of oil is
in the engine.
∙ Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.
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