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.
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Hill Climbing
Hill climbing requires good judgment and a good understanding of your abilities
and your vehicle’s limitations.
Hills can cause serious problems. Some are just too steep to climb and should
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Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter
at every oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
The manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type disposable
oil filter. Use a filter ...
Materials Added To Engine Oils
Do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak
detection dyes, to your engine oil. Engine oil is an
engineered product and its performance may be impaired
by supplemental additives. ...


