The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 forthe location of the engine oil dipstick.1. Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutesto drain back into the oil pan. If you do not do this,the oil dipstick might not show the actual level.2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towelor cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove itagain, keeping the tip down, and check the level.When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tipof the dipstick, then you will need to add at least onequart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This sectionexplains what kind of oil to use. For engine oilcrankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specificationson page 5-119.Notice: Do not add too much oil. If your enginehas so much oil that the oil level gets abovethe cross-hatched area that shows the properoperating range, your engine could be damaged.See Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12 forthe location of theengine oil fill cap.Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere inthe proper operating range. Push the dipstick all theway back in when you are through.What Kind of Engine Oil to UseLook for two things:• GM6094MYour vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GMStandard GM6094M. You should look for and useonly an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M.5-14
