Checking the oil level

Non-turbo models
1) Yellow handle

Turbo models
1) Yellow handle
Check the oil level monthly.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine.
2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean, and insert it again.

1) Upper level
2) Lower level
3. Pull out the level gauge again and check the oil level on it. If it is below the lower level, add oil through the level gauge hole to bring the level up to the upper level.
CAUTION
Be careful not to spill manual transmission oil when adding it. If oil touches the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If oil gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off.
See also:
Turbo models except STI
1) Power steering fluid reservoir
2) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT)
3) Clutch fluid reservoir
4) Brake fluid reservoir
5) Fuse box
6) Battery
7) Windshield washer tank
8) Engine oil ...
Volume control buttons
Models without Hands-free system
Models with Hands-free system
Press the “+” button to increase the
volume. Press the “−” button to reduce
the volume.
A number indicating the volume ...
Engine
...
