2015 Acura ILX Hybrid oil dipstick

268Maintenance
Maintenance Under the HoodMaintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Transmission Fluid
Dipstick
(Yellow)
12 Volt Battery
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank
Radiator Cap

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
Maintenance
Oil CheckWe recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minutes after turning the engine off before you check the
oil.
1.Remove the dipstick (orange).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or
paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its
hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the
level. It should be between the upper and
lower marks. Add oil if necessary.
1Oil Check
If the oil level is near or below the lower mark, slowly
add oil being careful not to overfill.
Upper Mark
Lower Mark

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uAdding Engine Oil
Maintenance
Adding Engine Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten
it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the
engine oil dipstick.
1Adding Engine Oil
If any oil spills, wipe it up immediately. Spilled oil may
damage the engine compartment components.NOTICEDo not fill the engine oil above the upper mark.
Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and
engine damage.
Engine Oil Fill Cap

uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
276Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil filter rubber seal.
8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.8 US qt (3.6 L)
10. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
12. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter

359Index
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................ 273
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 126
Doors ........................................................ 105
Auto Door Locking.................................. 113
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 113
Door Open Indicator ........................... 31, 75
Keys........................................................ 105
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .................................................... 111
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 107
Lockout prevention system...................... 110
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 297
Driving ...................................................... 219
Braking ................................................... 248
Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) .................................................... 230
Cruise Control ........................................ 240
Shifting Speed Position ........................... 231
Starting the Engine ................................. 226
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 305EEco Assist System........................................ 10
ECON Button ............................................ 239
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 80
Elapsed Time .............................................. 91
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ........................................... 75, 339
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 243Emergency
................................................ 344
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 117
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 351
Engine ....................................................... 348
Coolant ................................................... 277
Jump Starting .......................................... 332
Oil ........................................................... 272
Starting ................................................... 226
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 125
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 270
Engine Coolant ......................................... 277
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 278
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 277
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 79
Overheating ............................................ 335
Engine Oil ................................................. 272
Adding .................................................... 274
Checking ................................................. 273
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 264
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 75, 337
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 272
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 124
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 75, 339
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 66
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 134
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 308
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 134
FFeatures.................................................... 151
Filters ......................................................... 305
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 305
Oil ........................................................... 275
Flat Tire ..................................................... 313
Floor Mats ................................................. 307
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 280
Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid ...................................................... 279
Engine Coolant ....................................... 277
Windshield Washer ................................. 281
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 77
Foot Brake ................................................ 249
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 135
Adjusting ................................................ 135
Fuel ...................................................... 21, 254
Economy ................................................. 256
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 91
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Range ....................................................... 91
Recommendation .................................... 254
Refueling................................................. 254
Fuel Economy ........................................... 256
Fuel Economy Indicator ....................... 11, 90
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 21, 255
Message.................................................. 338
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 21, 255