2019 HONDA INSIGHT 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
(In the Center
Console)
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 carefu l 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):
3.5 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
Cooling System......................................... 569
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 570
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 569
Overheating............................................. 631
Creeping (Automatic Transmission/
Continuously Variable Transmission) ..... 456
Cup Holders ............................................... 219
Customer Service Information ................. 662
Customized Features ................ 153, 359, 366
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 196
Dead Battery ............................................. 628
Deceleration Paddle Selector ................... 464
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 385
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 228
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 655
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 193
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 205
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 565
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 193
Display Setup ............................................ 247
Door Mirrors ............................................. 206
Doors ......................................................... 166
Auto Door Locking .................................. 179
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 179
Door and Trunk Open Message ................. 43
Keys ........................................................ 166 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .................................................... 176
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 169
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 175
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 585
Driver Attention Monitor ........................ 144
Driver Information Interface ................... 131
Switching the Display .............................. 131
Warning and Information Messages ........ 102
Driving ...................................................... 441
Automatic Transmission/Continuously Variable Transmission ............................ 456
Braking ................................................... 531
Shifting Gear ........................................... 457
Starting the Engine.................................. 448
Driving Support Information ................... 147
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 594
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 16
Eco Drive Display/Drive Cycle Score/ Lifetime Points ........................................ 150
ECON Mode .............................................. 467
Indicator.................................................... 96
Elapsed Time ............................................. 138
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 91, 638
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 469
Emergency ................................................ 648 Emergency Engine Stop
........................... 627
Emergency Trunk Opener ....................... 182
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 658
Engine ....................................................... 654
Coolant .................................................. 569
Jump Starting ......................................... 628
Oil .......................................................... 564
Starting................................................... 448
Engine Oil ................................................. 564
Adding ................................................... 566
Checking ................................................ 565
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 556
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 633
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 564
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 638
EV Button ................................................... 12
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 77
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 597
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 206F
Features.................................................... 233
Filters
Dust and Pollen....................................... 594
Oil .......................................................... 567
Flat Tire ..................................................... 605
Floor Mats ................................................ 596
Fluids Brake/Clutch ........................................... 573
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 572
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