…and remove the oil level indicator (dipstick).
Wipe the indicator with a clean cloth.
Insert the level indicator into the guide tube until it stops.
We take out the indicator again and determine the oil level in the engine oil pan using the edge of the oil film on it.
The edge of the oil film should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the oil level indicator.
If necessary, add oil to the engine crankcase (the volume of oil that needs to be added to raise its level from the MIN mark to the MAX mark on the indicator is 1.0 l; for reference, this figure is printed on the dipstick between the marks).
Wait at least three minutes for the added portion of oil to drain into the pan, and check the level again. Install the level indicator in place.
When adding oil, do not exceed the maximum permissible level. Otherwise, oil will enter the combustion chambers of the cylinders through the crankcase ventilation system, and the combustion products of the oil can damage the catalytic converter of exhaust gases.
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