VEHICLE CARE 261or at least 30 minutes if theengine is not warm. Pull out thedipstick, wipe it with a clean papertowel or cloth, then push it backin all the way. Remove it again,keeping the tip down, and checkthe level.When to Add Engine Oil2.0L L4 Turbo (LTG)3.6L V6 Twin Turbo (LF3)3.6L V6 (LGX) Shown, 6.2L V8 (LT4)SimilarIf the oil is below the cross-hatchedarea at the tip of the dipstick and theengine has been off for at least15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of therecommended oil and then recheckthe level. See “Selecting the RightEngine Oil” later in this section for anexplanation of what kind of oil to use.For engine oil crankcase capacity, seeCapacities and Specifications 0 348.CautionDo not add too much oil. Oil levelsabove or below the acceptableoperating range shown on thedipstick are harmful to the engine.If you find that you have an oillevel above the operating range, i.e.,the engine has so much oil that the(Continued)Caution (Continued)oil level gets above thecross-hatched area that shows theproper operating range, the enginecould be damaged. You shoulddrain out the excess oil or limitdriving of the vehicle and seek aservice professional to remove theexcess amount of oil.See Engine Compartment Overview0 253 for the location of the engine oilfill cap.Add enough oil to put the levelsomewhere in the proper operatingrange. Push the dipstick all the wayback in when through.Selecting the Right Engine OilSelecting the right engine oil dependson both the proper oil specificationand viscosity grade. See RecommendedFluids and Lubricants 0 343.SpecificationAsk for and use full synthetic engineoils that meet the dexos1specification. Engine oils that have
