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216. Engine oil
Engine oil is a lubricant used inside an internal-combustion engine to reduce friction and wear between moving components. It also helps remove heat, keep internal surfaces clean and protect components against corrosion.
The oil level and condition should be checked according to the vehicle manufacturer's instructions. Only oil with the correct specification and viscosity should be used, and the oil and oil filter should be replaced at the recommended maintenance intervals.
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How do you show the oil-level check during the Flemish category B test?
If the vehicle has a dipstick, you must open the bonnet and indicate where the oil dipstick is located. If the vehicle only has an electronic oil-level system, you must indicate the oil-level display on the dashboard. You are not required to perform an actual oil-level measurement during this check.

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