2016 HONDA FIT oil dipstick

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant Reserve Tank Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
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.
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
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 gasket.
8. 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)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.5 US qt (3.3 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

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Index
D
Daytime Running Lights.......................... 125
Dead Battery ............................................ 412
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ........................................ 156
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 433
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 121
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 131
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 362
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 121
Display Setup .................................... 175, 197
Door Mirrors ............................................. 131
Doors .......................................................... 90
Auto Door Locking.................................. 103
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 103
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ....... 31, 75
Keys.......................................................... 90
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside....................................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside.................................... 93
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 98
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 385
Driving ...................................................... 299
Braking ................................................... 338
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 316
Cruise Control ........................................ 327
Shifting Gear .......................... 317, 319, 323
Starting the Engine ......................... 309, 311
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 395
E
ECON Button............................................. 326
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 78
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 75, 419
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 330
Emergency ................................................ 426
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 435
Engine Coolant ................................................... 366
Jump Starting .......................................... 412
Number ................................................... 432
Oil ........................................................... 361
Starting ........................................... 309, 311
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 116
Engine Coolant ......................................... 366
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 367
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 366
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 74
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 74
Overheating ............................................ 415
Engine Oil ................................................. 361
Adding .................................................... 363
Checking ................................................. 362
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 355
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 71, 417
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 361 EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System .............................................. 75, 419
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................. 66
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 398
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 131