2011 HONDA ODYSSEY oil dipstick

Refer toon page f or inf ormation
about checking other items on your
vehicle. Look at the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
it is below the MIN line, see on page f or
inf ormation on adding the proper
coolant.
Remove the dipstick again, and
check the level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
see on page .
Park the vehicle on a level surf ace.
Wait a f ew minutes af ter turning the
engine of f bef ore you check the oil.
Remove the dipstick (orange loop).
Wipe of f the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into its hole. 4.
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2.
3.
611Service Station Procedures
Owner’s Maintenance
Checks A dding
Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Check
A dding Engine Oil
Oil Check
Bef ore Driving
545
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
MIN
MAX RESERVE TANK
DIPSTICK
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Fluid Locations
Maint enance
613
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop)RADIATOR CAP
POWER STEERING FLUID
(Red cap)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR
BRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
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Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill. Clean up any spills
immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment.Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap, and
tighten it securely. Wait a few
minutes, and recheck the oil level on
the engine oil dipstick. Do not f ill
above the upper mark; you could
damage the engine.
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 0W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.A dding Engine Oil
Recommended Engine Oil
614ENGINE OIL FILL CAP API CERTIFICATION SEAL
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Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Refill the engine with the
recommended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):Replace the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Turn of f the engine and let it sit
f or several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.
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5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Maint enance
617
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
4.5 US qt (4.3
) Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container, and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.
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Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers. Saf ely pull of f the road and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
outwithin10seconds,turnoff the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see
on page
).
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on
the multi-information display when
this indicator comes on. 1.
2.
3.
4.
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545
On Touring models
Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Taking Care of the Unexpected
669
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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CONT INUED
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Economy, Fuel .546
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Emergencies .653
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Battery, Jump Starting . 665
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Brake System Indicator . 672
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Changing a Flat Tire . 655
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Charging System Indicator . 670
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Checking the Fuses . 674
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Driving with a Flat Tire . 655
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 142
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Jump Starting .665
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 669
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 671
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Overheated Engine . 667
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Towing .588
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Emergency Brake .199 ....................
Emergency Flashers .142
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Emergency Towing .683
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Emissions Controls .697
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Emissions Testing .700
Engine ....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 77
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Engine Speed Limiter . 564
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If It Won’t Start .662
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .66, 671
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 66,669
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 614
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Overheating .667
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Specif ications .688
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Starting .559
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 697
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Exhaust Fumes .58
Exhaust Gas Recirculation ........................................
System .698
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
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Daytime Running Lights . 139
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .73
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Dead Battery .665
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 706
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 142
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Def rosting the Windows . 220,229
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Dimensions .688
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Dimming the Headlights . 136
Dipstick .
Automatic Transmission . 621,622
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Engine Oil .545
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Directional Signals .136
Disc Brake Pad Wear ...................................
Indicators .567
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Disposal of Used Oil .617
Doors Auto Door Locking/ ..............................
Unlocking .157
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L ocking and Unlocking .
155
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Lockout Prevention . 156
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Manual Sliding Doors . 167
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Open monitor .11, 75
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Power Door Locks . 155
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Power Sliding Doors . 167
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 690 ...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving .557
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Economy .546
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .190
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 636
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DVD Error Message . 441,469
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DVD Player .418, 446
Index
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INDEX
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