2017 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK oil dipstick

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
(Black Cap)
Reserve Tank Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange) Engine Oil Fill Cap Battery
Reserve Tank Cap
U.S. models
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Canadian models
* Not available on all models
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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 minutes after turn ing 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
NOTICE
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark.
Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and
engine damage.
If any oil spills, wipe it away immediately. Spilled oil
may damage the engine compartment components.
Engine Oil
Fill Cap
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
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Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter ga sket 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 filter gasket.
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):
3.7 US qt (3.5 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 ther e 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
Cruise Control........................................... 442
Indicator .................................................... 90
Cup Holders ............................................... 197
Customer Service Information ................. 628
Customized Features ........................ 123, 324
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 173
Dead Battery ............................................. 596
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 355
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 212
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 621
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 170
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 183
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 539
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 170
Display Button .......................................... 244
Display Setup ............................................ 231
Display/Information Button ..................... 118
Door Mirrors ............................................. 184
Doors ......................................................... 136
Auto Door Locking .................................. 150
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 150
Door and Hatch Open Indicator ........... 37, 85
Keys ........................................................ 136
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................................... 147 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 138
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 564
Driver Information Interface ................... 118
Driving ...................................................... 415
Braking ................................................... 497
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 430
Cruise Control ......................................... 442
Shifting Gear ........................................... 438
Shifting Position ...................................... 431
Starting the Engine.......................... 422, 424
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 575
E
Eco Assist System.......................................... 9
ECON Button ............................................ 441
Elapsed Time ............................................. 120
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ........ 85
Indicator............................................ 85, 606
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 487
Emergency ................................................ 612
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 595
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 623
Engine Coolant ................................................... 543
Jump Starting .......................................... 596
Oil ........................................................... 538
Starting ........................................... 422, 424
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 165 Engine Coolant
........................................ 543
Adding the Coolant ................................ 544
Overheating ............................................ 600
Temperature Gauge ................................ 114
Engine Oil ................................................. 538
Adding ................................................... 540
Checking ................................................ 539
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 527, 531
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 80, 602
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 538
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 166
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 606
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 74
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 579
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 184
F
Features.................................................... 217
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 575
Oil .......................................................... 541
Flat Tire ..................................................... 585
Floor Mats ................................................ 577
Fluids Brake/Clutch ........................................... 546
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 545
Engine Coolant ....................................... 543
Manual Transmission .............................. 545
Windshield Washer ................................. 547
FM/AM Radio ................................... 232, 272
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