2008 Suzuki Forenza Owner's Manual - Page 151

SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil If the oil pressure light appears on the instrument cluster, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see "Oil Pressure Light" in section 3. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder. Checking Engine Oil It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. Use the engine oil dipstick to check the oil level. The dipstick's handle will be a yellow ring. See "Engine Compartment Overview" in this section for the location of the engine oil dipstick. Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down and check the level. 1.0 L L3U5011A If the oil is at or below the MIN mark, then you'll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see "Capacities and Specifications" in this section. CAUTION Don't add too much oil. If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range, your engine could be damaged. 5-7