2020 HONDA FIT oil dipstick

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant Reserve Tank Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
* 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 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
If any oil spills, wipe it away immediately. Spilled oil
may damage the engine compartment components.
NOTICE
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark.
Overfilling the engine oil may 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
Bulb Replacement.................................... 513
Back-Up Light and Rear Turn Signal
Lights ................................................... 517
Brake/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights........... 518
Fog Lights ............................................... 515
Headlights .............................................. 513
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 518
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 519
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights ................................................... 516
Bulb Specifications ................................... 576
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 73
Cargo Area Cover ..................................... 194
Cargo Floor Box ....................................... 190
Carrying Cargo ................................. 401, 403
CD Player .................................................. 221
Certification Label ................................... 578
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 513
Charging System Indicator ................ 78, 562
Child Safety ................................................ 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 138
Child Seat ................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................ 72
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 62
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 63
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt......................... 67
Larger Children ......................................... 71 Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 64
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 138
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 541
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 539
Climate Control System ............................ 199
Clock .......................................................... 122
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 473
Coat Hook ................................................. 192
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) .................................................. 473
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 547, 577
Console Compartment ............................. 188
Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 416
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode .................... 421
Creeping ................................................. 416
Fluid ........................................................ 510
Kickdown ................................................ 416
Operating the Shift Lever ........... 21, 418, 420
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 559
Shifting ........................................... 417, 419
Controls ..................................................... 121
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 508
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 509
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 508
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 81
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 81
Overheating ............................................ 560
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 416 Cruise Control
........................................... 428
Indicator.................................................... 86
Cup Holders .............................................. 189
Customer Service Information ................. 586
Customized Features ................ 111, 321, 328
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 167
Dead Battery ............................................. 557
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 198
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 579
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 160
Rearview Mirror....................................... 173
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 504
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 159
Display Setup .................................... 218, 250
Door Mirrors ............................................. 173
Doors ......................................................... 124
Auto Door Locking .................................. 139
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 139
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ........ 35, 82
Keys ........................................................ 124
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................... 135
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................. 127
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 134
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 528
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