Veracruz AWD V6-3.8L (2007)
Engine Oil: Service and Repair
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
SELECTION OF ENGINE OIL
Recommended API classification: Above SJ or SL Recommended SAE viscosity grades: 5W-20
If 5W-20 engine oil is not available, 5W-30 or secondary recommended engine oil for corresponding temperature range can be used.
NOTE:
For best performance and maximum protection of all types of operation, select only those lubricants which
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Satisfy the requirement of the API classification.
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Have proper SAE grade number for expected ambient temperature range.
Lubricants that do not have both an SAE grade number and API service classification on the container should not be used.
OIL AND FILTER
CAUTION:
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Prolonged and repeated contact with mineral oil will result in the removal of natural fats from the skin, leading to dryness, irritation and
dermatitis. In addition, used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin cancer
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Exercise caution in order to minimize the length and frequency of contact of your skin to used oil. Wear protective clothing and gloves.
Wash your skin thoroughly with soap and water, or use water-loss hand cleaner, to remove any used engine oil. Do not use gasoline,
thinners, or solvents.
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In order to preserve the environment, used oil and used oil filter must be disposed of only at designated disposal sites.
1. Park the car on level ground.
Start the engine and let it warm up.
2. Turn the engine off and open the hood.
Remove the engine cover.
3. Wait for 5 minutes after loosening the oil filter cap by turning it counterclockwise with the SST (09263-3C100) to drain well the oil in the oil
filter.