Oil used in gasoline engines
It is recommended to use all-weather energy-saving oils of quality classes SH, SG or SG / CD (API).
It is recommended to use all-weather energy-saving oils of quality classes not lower than SH (API) or GF-1 (ILSAC).
The level and quality of engine oil have a decisive influence on the performance and durability of the engine. It is recommended to check the oil level at least once a week under normal driving conditions and at shorter intervals on long trips or under severe driving conditions.
Note:
- With prolonged use of the car at high speeds, the use of 5W-20 oil is not recommended.
- When changing or adding oil, it is recommended to use oil of a class not higher than SAE 10W-30. The use of an SAE 15W-40 or higher oil will cause malfunction in a cold 16 valve DOHC engine.
Oil used in diesel engines
The level and quality of engine oil have a decisive influence on the performance and durability of the engine. It is recommended to check the oil level every 500 km or before a long trip under normal driving conditions and at shorter intervals under severe driving conditions.
The following grades of oil should be used:
- API class: not lower than CF-4
- ACEA class: not lower than B4
Note: SAE 0W-30 grade oil is intended for use in very low ambient temperatures and should not be used under normal operating conditions (especially not recommended for engines running for a long time at high loads and at high speeds).
Checking the oil level
Gas engine | diesel engine |
Before checking the oil level, warm up the engine to normal operating temperature and park the vehicle on a level surface. Stop the engine. Wait about five minutes (gasoline powered vehicles) or about two minutes (diesel engine vehicles), then remove the dipstick, wipe it off, reinsert the dipstick all the way in and remove it. The oil level must be between the upper mark «F» (Max.) and bottom mark «L» (Min.) probe.
Warning: When checking the oil level, be careful not to touch the radiator hose, which can cause burns when hot.
Topping up oil
Gas engine | diesel engine |
If the oil level is below the mark «L», add oil to the mark «F». For this:
- 1. Remove the oil filler plug by turning it counterclockwise.
- 2. Add oil and check its level. Do not overfill oil.
- 3. Install the oil filler plug by turning it clockwise.
Level difference between labels «F» And «L»: about 1 liter of oil (gasoline engines) and 1.6 liters of oil (diesel engines).
Warning: When checking the oil level, be careful not to touch the radiator hose, which can cause burns when hot.