Nov 30, 2021
Hello, December! It’s almost impossible to believe we are already in the last month of the year. However, we are and before we know it the harsh winter weather will be rolling in. As a responsible car owner, it is your job to make sure your vehicle is in tip-top shape for the winter months ahead. Keeping an eye on what’s going on underneath your hood should become a regular routine. As a sports car driver, you know that the engine is the heart of your Toyota, which means giving extra attention to it is recommended. One of the easiest ways to keep your engine running smoothly is to make sure that your engine’s oil is clean. Below you will find super-simple steps for checking your engine oil. If you find it’s time for an oil change, simply give us a call or schedule an appointment online! Then leave the rest to the professionals here at Simi Valley Toyota…we will get your Toyota back on the road in no time!
Checking Oil: How To
- Open the hood. Prop it so it stays open.
- Locate the oil dipstick next to the engine. It should have a yellow handle and/or be labeled.
- Pull out the dipstick and wipe it on a clean cloth or paper towel.
- Dip the stick all the way back in.
- Pull it out again and look at the oil level. If it’s in the middle of the hatched/indicated area, you’re good. More is better, less is okay, but if you’re lower than the recommended amount you’ll need to get your oil topped up and have your system checked for leaks.
- Look at the oil quality and color. If there are a lot of particles or if the oil looks sludgy, you need to get it changed as soon as possible.
- Put the dipstick back in.
- Close your hood.
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