2011 HONDA CR-Z oil dipstick

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid (Black cap)
Washer Fluid (Blue cap)
Engine Coolant Reservoir
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Manual
Transmission model:Clutch Fluid(Light Gray cap)
Automatic Transmission (CVT) Fluid Dipstick
(Yellow loop)
Radiator Cap
Engine Oil Dipstick (Orange handle)
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood Oil Check
Oil Check We recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you refuel. Park the vehicle on level ground.Wait approximately 3 minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.1. Remove the dipstick (orange handle).Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or
2.
paper towel.Insert the dipstick back all the way into its
3.
hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.
Oil Check
If it is near or below the lower mark, add oil.
Dipstick
Upper Mark Lower Mark
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood Adding Engine Oil
Adding Engine Oil1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap. Slowly pour in the oil.
2.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten
3.
it securely.Wait for several minutes and recheck the
4.
engine oil dipstick.
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Adding Engine Oil
If any oil spills, wipe it up immediately. Spilled oil may damage the engine compartment components.
NOTICE Do not ill the engine oil above the upper limit
mark. Overilling the engine oil may result in engin e
damage.
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to the engine contact surface.
If it is stuck, you must detach it.
Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
7.
contact surface of the engine block, and install a new oil filter. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
8.
reinstall the drain bolt.
Tightening torque: 29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
Pour the recommended engine oil into the
9.
engine.
Engine oil change capacity (including filter): 3.8 US qt (3.6 L)
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap back and
10.
start the engine. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
11.
then check that there is no leak from the drain bolt or oil filter. Stop the engine, wait for a few minutes,
12.
and then check the oil level on the engine oil dipstick.
If necessary, add more engine oil.
Oil Filter
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil ilter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer. When installing the new oil ilter, follow the instruction supplied with the oil ilter. Reinstall the engine oil ill cap. Start the engine. The low oil pressure indicator should go off within ive seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check your work.
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Index
Index C to D
Belts (Seat)
.......................................................................34
Beverage Holders
......................................................126
Bluetooth ®
HandsFreeLink ®
.............................17 3
Booster Seats
..................................................................63
Brake System
................................................................219
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...........................
221
Brake Assist System ................................................
222
Fluid .................................................................................
256
Foot Brake ....................................................................
220
Indicator ................................................................
68,302
Parking Brake .............................................................
219
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel)
.....115
Bulb Replacement
....................................................258
Back-Up, Turn Signal and Rear Side Marker Lights ............................................................................
263
Brake/ Taillights ..........................................................
264
Fog Lights .....................................................................
260
Front Turn/Parking/Side Marker Lights ........
262
Headlights ....................................................................
258
High-Mount Brake Light .....................................
265
License Plate ...............................................................
265
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights ............................................................................
262
Bulb Specifications
...................................................312
C
Carbon Monoxide Hazard ....................................64
Carrying Cargo
..................................................192,19 4
Certification Label
...................................................314
CD Player
...............................................................14 5 ,15 6
Changing Bulbs
...........................................................258
Charging System Indicator
.........................69,300
Child Safety
.....................................................................56
Child Seat
..........................................................................56
Booster Seats ...............................................................
63
Child Seat for Infants ...............................................
58
Child Seat for Small Children ...............................
59
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .......................................................................
60
Larger Children ...........................................................
62
Rear Facing Child Seat ............................................
58
Selecting a Child Seat ..............................................
59
Using Tether ...................................................................
61
CHRG (Battery Charge in Progress) Indicator
..........................................................................82
Cleaning the Exterior
.............................................283
Cleaning the Interior
..............................................281
Climate Control System
........................................131
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .
132
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................................
280
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ...........................
131
Sensors ...........................................................................
133
Using Automatic Climate Control Changing ..................................................................
131
Clock .....................................................................................98
Clutch Fluid
....................................................................256
Compact Spare Tire
........................................2 8 7, 3 13
Controls
...............................................................................97
Coolant (Engine)
........................................................252
Adding to the Radiator .........................................
253
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..............................
252
Overheating ................................................................
297
Temperature Indicators ....................................
73,74
Creeping (Automatic Transmission– CV T)
...................201
Cruise Control
..............................................................2 11
Indicator ...........................................................................
76
Cup Holder
.....................................................................126
Customer Service Information
........................320
Customized Features
................................................90
D
Daytime Running Lights ......................................112
Dead Battery
...............................................................294
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
.......................................................................132
Detachable Towing Hook
..................................309
Dimming Headlights ....................................................................
11 0
Dipstick (Engine Oil)
...............................................24 8
Directional Signals (Turn Signals)
.................11 0
Door Mirrors
.................................................................11 8
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