Oil Level Check
For accuracy, oil level checks should be performed with the vehicle on level ground when the oil is hot. The vehicle needs to stand for approximately 10 minutes, after the engine is switched off, to allow the oil to drain back into the sump and the oil level to stabilize. The oil level system will not give a reading until the oil level has stabilized.
To check the oil level, make sure that the ignition is on, the engine stopped and the transmission is in P (park). Access the vehicle information and settings menu, then select Oil Level Display from the Service Menu . An Engine Oil Level sight glass will be displayed in the message center. The current oil level will be displayed in the sight glass. One of the following messages will also be displayed:
- If the oil level is within acceptable limits, the message Level OK is displayed.
- If the oil level is less than acceptable, a message advising how much oil to add is displayed e.g. Add 1 Litre , or Add 1 Quart , depending on the market.
- If the message Overfilled is displayed, the oil level must be reduced to within acceptable limits before starting the engine again.
- If the message Not available is displayed, the oil level is still stabilizing. Wait 10 minutes and then recheck level.
