DIPstick FOR CHECKING THE AUTOMATIC OIL LEVEL IN MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER
Location:
1. The automatic transmission dipstick is located in the engine compartment.
2. It is located next to the cylinder block, closer to the front of the car.
3. The end of the dipstick usually has a red or orange handle.
Procedure for checking the oil level:
1. Make sure the car is on a level surface.
2. Turn on the engine and let it idle for a few minutes.
3. Shift through all gears and return to park mode.
4. Turn off the engine.
5. Wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan.
6. Remove the dipstick.
7. Wipe the dipstick with a clean, lint-free cloth.
8. Insert the dipstick back until it stops.
9. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level using the marks:
– “FULL”: the level should be at the top mark.
– “LOW”: the level must not be lower than the lower mark.
Adding oil:
1. If the oil level is low, add it through the automatic transmission filler pipe.
2. Use only the type of oil specified in the vehicle’s owner’s manual.
3. Add a small amount of oil (about 250-500 ml) at a time and check the level until it reaches the upper mark.
Warnings:
* Never pour oil into an automatic transmission.
* Use only the oil viscosity prescribed for your vehicle model.
* Check the automatic transmission oil level regularly, especially after long trips.