2016 HONDA CR-Z oil dipstick

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Clutch Fluid
(Light Gray Cap)
Manual transmission models
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange) Radiator Cap
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid Dipstick
(Yellow)
Engine Coolant Reserve Tank 12-Volt Battery
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engi ne oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minu tes 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.
Dipstick
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.
NOTICE
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark.
Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and
engine damage.Engine Oil
Fill Cap
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
6. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
7. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
8. 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 gasket.
9. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
10. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.8 US qt (3.6 L)
11. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
12. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
13. 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
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Index
Rearview Mirror .............................. 139, 140
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 310
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 129
Display Setup ............................................ 174
Door Mirrors ............................................. 140
Doors ........................................................ 109
Auto Door Locking.................................. 118
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 118
Door Open Indicator ................................. 74
Door/Hatch Open Indicator ................. 35, 74
Keys........................................................ 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .................................................... 116
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 112
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 115
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 334
Driving ...................................................... 243
3-Mode Drive System .............................. 270
Braking ................................................... 284
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 255
Cruise Control ........................................ 273
Manual Transmission .............................. 261
Plus Sport System.................................... 271
Shifting Gear (Cont inuously Variable
Transmission) ........................................ 256
Shifting Gear (Manual Transmission) ....... 261
Starting the Engine ................................. 251
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 343E
Eco Assist System........................................ 10
Eco Score ............................................... 11, 94
Ecological Drive Display ............................. 94
ECON Mode ........................................ 81, 270
Elapsed Time ............................................... 93
Electric Motor Assist Indicator (ASST) ....... 90
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 76, 375
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 276
Emergency ................................................ 383
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 393
Engine ....................................................... 390
Coolant ................................................... 314
Jump Starting .......................................... 366
Oil ........................................................... 309
Starting ................................................... 251
Engine Coolant ......................................... 314
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 315
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 314
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 77
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 77
Overheating ............................................ 370
Engine Oil ................................................. 309
Adding .................................................... 311
Checking ................................................. 310
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 303
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 71, 372
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 309
Engine Oil Life ............................................ 96 EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 76, 375
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 66
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 346
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 140
F
Features.................................................... 159
Filters ......................................................... 343
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 343
Oil ........................................................... 312
Floor Mats ................................................. 345
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 318
Clutch ..................................................... 318
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 316
Engine Coolant ....................................... 314
Manual Transmission ............................... 317
Windshield Washer ................................. 319
Foot Brake ................................................ 287
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 46
Front Wiper/Washer ................................. 134
Fuel ...................................................... 24, 293
Economy ................................................. 296
Gauge ....................................................... 89
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge ..................... 89
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Range ....................................................... 93
Recommendation .................................... 293
Refueling................................................. 293
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