LUBRICATION SYSTEM > ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

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1. Warm up the engine, stop the engine and wait 5 minutes. The oil level should be between the dipstick's low and full level marks.
   If the oil level is low, check for leakage and add oil up to the full level mark.
   

   NOTICE:

   Do not fill engine oil above the full level mark.

1. Check the oil for deterioration, water contamination, discoloring or thinning.
   If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil.
   

   HINT:

   1. TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil is in this vehicle when it is shipped.
      
   2. Use TOYOTA approved TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent to satisfy the following grade and viscosity.
      

   Oil grade:

   G-DLD1 or API grade CF-4, CF (You may also use API CE or CD)
   

   If using SAE 10W-30 or a higher viscosity engine oil in extremely low temperatures, the engine may become difficult to start. For low temperatures SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended.
   
   
   
   
   
   

1. Disconnect the oil pressure switch connector.
   

2. Using a 24 mm deep socket wrench, remove the oil pressure switch.
   

3. Install the oil pressure gauge.
   

4. Warm up the engine.
   

5. Measure the oil pressure.
   

   Standard oil pressure:

   Condition	Specified Condition
   Idle	29 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm2, 4.2 psi) or more
   3,000 rpm	245 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm2, 36 psi) or more

   If the oil pressure is not as specified, check the oil pump.
   

6. Remove the oil pressure gauge.
   

1. Apply adhesive to 2 or 3 threads of the oil pressure switch.
   

   Adhesive:

   Part No. 08833-00080, THREE BOND 1344, LOCTITE 242 or equivalent
   

2. Using a 24 mm deep socket wrench, install the oil pressure switch.
   

   Torque:

   15 N*m{ 152 kgf*cm , 11 ft.*lbf }

   NOTICE:

   Do not start the engine for at least 1 hour after installation of the switch.

3. Connect the oil pressure switch connector.
   

4. Start the engine and check for engine oil leaks.