Cadillac 2010 SRX Crossover Owner's Manual

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9-10 Vehicle CareEngine OilChecking Engine OilIt is a good idea to check the engineoil level at each fuel fill. In order toget an accurate reading, the oilmust be warm and the vehicle mustbe on level ground.The engine oil dipstick handleis a yellow loop. See EngineCompartment Overview onpage 9‑6 for the location of theengine oil dipstick.1. Turn off the engine and give theoil several minutes to drain backinto the oil pan. If this is notdone, the oil dipstick might notshow the actual level.2. Pull out the dipstick and clean itwith a paper towel or cloth, thenpush it back in all the way.Remove it again, keeping the tipdown, and check the level.When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is below the cross-hatchedarea at the tip of the dipstick,add at least one liter/quart of therecommended oil. This sectionexplains what kind of oil to use. Forengine oil crankcase capacity, seeCapacities and Specifications onpage 11‑2.Notice: Do not add too much oil.If the engine has so much oil thatthe oil level gets above thecross-hatched area that showsthe proper operating range, theengine could be damaged.See Engine Compartment Overviewon page 9‑6 for the location of theengine oil fill cap.Add enough oil to put the levelsomewhere in the proper operatingrange. Push the dipstick all the wayback in when through.