’01 4Runner_U (L/O 0008)
Checking the engine oil level
If the oil level is below or only slightly
above the low level, add engine oil of
the same type as already in the engine.
ENGINE OIL SELECTION
Use API grade SJ, “Energy−Conserving”
or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Low level
Full level
Remove the oil filler cap and add engine
oil in small quantities at a time, checking
the dipstick.
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
The approximate quantity of oil needed to
fill between the low level and the full level
on the dipstick is indicated below for ref-
erence.
5W-30 Preferred
Add oil
O.K.
Too full
When the level reaches within the correct
range, install the filler cap hand−tight.
Oil quantity, L (qt., lmp. qt.):
1.2 (1.3, 1.1)
With the engine at operating tempera-
ture and turned off, check the oil level
on the dipstick.
Temperature range anticipated before
next oil change
NOTICE
1. To get
a
true reading, the vehicle
z Avoid overfilling, or the engine
could be damaged.
should be on a level spot. After turning
off the engine, wait a few minutes for
the oil to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
SAE 5W−30 is the best choice for your
vehicle, for good fuel economy and
good starting in cold weather.
z Check the oil level on the dipstick
once again after adding the oil.
If you use SAE 10W−30 engine oil in
extremely low temperatures, the engine
may become difficult to start, so SAE
5W−30 engine oil is recommended.
2. Pull out the dipstick, and wipe it clean
with a rag.
3. Reinsert the dipstick—push it in as far
as it will go, or the reading will not be
correct.
4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil
level on the end.
2001 4RUNNER (OM35768U)
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