LUBRICATION SYSTEM ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION


  1. INSPECT ENGINE OIL LEVEL


    1. Put the engine in inspection mode Click here.

    2. Warm up and stop the engine, and then wait 5 minutes.

    3. Check that the oil level is between the low level mark and full level mark on the engine oil level dipstick.

      If the level is low, check for leakage and add oil up to the full level mark.

      Note

      Do not fill the engine with oil to above the full level mark.

      Tech Tips

      A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.


      • When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or after replacing the engine.

      • If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used.

      • When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, (when towing, etc.), or when accelerating or decelerating frequently while driving.

      • When judging the amount of oil consumption, keep in mind that the oil may have become diluted, making it difficult to judge the true level accurately.

  2. INSPECT ENGINE OIL QUALITY


    1. Check the oil for deterioration, water contamination, discoloration or thinning. If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil and filter.

  3. INSPECT OIL PRESSURE


    1. Remove the oil pressure switch assembly Click here.

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      *1 Oil Pressure Gauge

      Install an oil pressure gauge with the adapter.

    3. Put the engine in inspection mode Click here.

    4. Warm up the engine.

    5. Measure the oil pressure.

      Standard Oil Pressure
      Condition Engine Oil Temperature Specified Condition
      1000 rpm 80°C (176°F)

      145 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm2, 21 psi)
      2500 rpm

      340 kPa (3.5 kgf/cm2, 49 psi)

    6. Remove the oil pressure gauge with the adapter.

    7. Install the oil pressure switch assembly Click here.