American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol

This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). The manufacturer only recommends API Certified engine oils.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
See also:
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display Messages
When the appropriate conditions exist, a message will
appear in the EVIC display. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for fur ...
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
Manual Temperature Control
The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of
outer rotary dials and inner push knobs. ...
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the engine oil must be
maintained at the correct level. The engine oil level should be checked five minutes
after a warmed up engine has be ...


