Esteem GLX Wagon L4-1.8L (1999)
Engine Oil: Service and Repair
Engine Oil and Filter Change
WARNING: New and used engine oil can be hazardous.
Be sure to read "WARNING" in General Precaution and observe what in written there.
Use only engine oil with American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified For Gasoline Engines "Starburst" symbol.
Select the appropriate oil viscosity according to the chart. If is highly recommended to use SAE 5W-30 oil.
However, SAE 10W-30 oil is usable for ambient temperatures above - 18 °C (0 °F).
Before draining engine oil, check engine for oil leakage. If any evidence of leakage is found, make sure to correct defective part before proceeding to the
following work.
1. Drain engine oil by removing drain plug.
2. After draining oil, wipe drain plug clean. Reinstall drain plug, and tighten it securely as specified below.
Tightening Torque
(a): 35 N.m (3.5 kg-m, 25.5 lb-ft)
