PERIODIC SERVICE 42 A Remove fuel-powered equipment from the truck or the trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle. A Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until the fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. A Never overfill fuel tank. Replace the fuel tank cap and tighten securely. A Replace all fuel container caps securely after use. A For gasoline engines, do not use gas with methanol. Methanol is harmful to your health and to the environment. B Checking Engine Oil Level To avoid personal injury:
A Be sure to stop the engine before checking the oil level. 1. Park the vehicle on a flat surface and raise the cargo bed. Shut off the engine and remove the key. 2. Allow the engine to cool for 5 minutes or more. 3. To check the oil level, draw out the dipstick, wipe it clean, replace it, and draw it out again. Check to see that the oil level lies between the two notches. If the level is too low, add new oil to the prescribed level at the oil inlet. (See "LUBRICANTS, FUEL AND COOLANT" in "MAINTENANCE" section.) A Do not use stale fuel. A Fill fuel tank at the end of daily operation to prevent condensation in the fuel tank.
[Use of alcohol mixed gasoline (Gasohol)] Use "gasohol" only when the ethanol additive is less than 10% of the fuel. The use of methanol additive is not recommended. For the best results, use unleaded fuel with a minimum of 87 octane. (1) Oil inlet (2) Dipstick (A) Oil level is acceptable within this range. A When using an oil of different maker or viscosity from the previous one, remove all of the old oil. Never mix two different types of oil. A If oil level is low, do not run engine. (1) Fuel tank cap (2) Fuel tank filler neck (3) Empty space (4) Max. fuel level (C) Clearance (Fuel level is under the filler neck lower side.)