Checking the engine oil level using the oil dipstick
WARNING Danger of burns from hot component parts in the engine compartment
Certain component parts in the engine compartment may be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system.
Let the engine cool down and only touch the component parts described below:
Depending on the engine, the oil dipstick may be installed in the engine compartment in different locations.
Waiting time before checking the oil level:
Engine at normal operating temperature: five minutes.
Engine not at normal operating temperature (e.g. the engine was only started briefly): 30 minutes.
Park the vehicle on a flat surface.
Remove oil dipstick 
and wipe off.
and wipe off. Slowly slide oil dipstick into the guide tube to the stop, and take it out again after approximately three seconds.
into the guide tube to the stop, and take it out again after approximately three seconds. Oil level is correct: oil level is between
and 
. Oil level too low: oil level is at
or below. Oil level too high: oil level is above
.
If the oil level is too low, top up with 1 l of engine oil.
If the engine oil level is too high, have the excess engine oil removed immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.