2018 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN 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
12-Volt Battery
Inverter Coolant
Filler Tank
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Turn off the power system. You can check the oil level without the engine having
run beforehand. If the engine has been ru nning, wait approximately three minutes
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):
4.0 US qt (3.8 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
Console Compartment............................. 220
Controls .................................................... 163
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 583
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 584
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 583
Overheating ............................................ 641
Coolant (Inverter) ............................ 585, 661
Cooling System ......................................... 583
Creeping (Transmission) .......................... 464
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 554
Cup Holders .............................................. 221
Customer Service Information ................ 670
Customized Features ....................... 367, 378
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 194
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 639
Deceleration Paddle Selector .................. 472
Indicator ................................................... 90
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 396
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 233
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 663
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 191
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 206
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 579
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 191
Display Button .......................................... 247
Door Mirrors ............................................. 207 Doors
......................................................... 166
Auto Door Locking .................................. 177
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 177
Door and Trunk Open Message ................. 41
Keys ........................................................ 166
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside............................................... 174
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside............................................ 168
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 173
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 603
Driver Information Interface ................... 135
Switching the Display .............................. 135
Warning and Information Messages ........ 108
Driving ....................................................... 451
Braking .................................................... 539
Shifting ................................................... 465
Transmission ............................................ 464
Turning on the Power .............................. 458
Driving Position Memory System ............. 203
Driving Support Information ................... 151
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 612
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 16
Eco Drive Display ........................................ 17
ECON Button ............................................. 475
ECON Mode Indicator .................................................. 100
Elapsed Time ............................................. 142 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 95, 648
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 478
Emergency ................................................ 655
Emergency Trunk Opener ................ 180, 657
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 665
Engine ....................................................... 662
Coolant ........................................... 583, 661
Jump Starting .......................................... 639
Oil ................................................... 578, 661
Engine Coolant
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 584
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 583
Overheating ............................................ 641
Engine Oil ................................................. 578
Adding .................................................... 580
Checking................................................. 579
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 570
Low Oil Pressure Symbol.......................... 644
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 578
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 648
EV Button .................................................... 13
EV Indicator ................................................ 87
EV Mode Indicator ..................................... 87
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 78
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 615
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 207
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