Engine oil level

Engine oil level

The engine oil level is checked with the vehicle on a flat surface and the engine cold, or at least 10 minutes after the engine has been switched off.

The oil level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the dip stick. The gap between the MIN and MAX levels corresponds to around 1 litre of oil.

If the level of the oil is close to or actually below the MIN reference, add oil through the filler until the MAX reference is reached.

The level of the oil should never exceed the MAX reference.

When topping up with oil take great care to avoid accidentally spilling engine oil in the alternator ventilation slits which could cause serious damage to the alternator and also represents a fire hazard.

Do not add oil with different characteristics from those of the oil used in the engine. Only the use of semi-synthetic oil guarantees the planned maintenance intervals.

After having added oil, before checking the level, let the engine run for a few seconds and wait for several minutes after it has been switched off.

Battery fluid level

The battery is the "reduced maintenance" type: in normal usage conditions it does not need topping up with distilled water.

The level of the battery fluid (electrolyte), with the vehicle on a flat surface, should be between the references on the battery. If the level is below the MIN mark, lift up the protective cover (1) and top up using distilled water.

The fluid contained in the battery is poisonous and corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes. Keep naked flames and possible sources of sparks away from the battery as there is a danger of explosion and fire.

Check the level more often if the vehicle is mainly used for short journeys or if it is equipped with consumers which absorb power permanently with the ignition switched off.