2020 HONDA RIDGELINE oil dipstick

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Washer Fluid
Radiator Cap
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank 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 engine 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.
Lower MarkUpper 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 may 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

uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
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Maintenance
4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5. Check that the filter ga sket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
6. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the oil filter base, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil filter rubber seal.
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.1 kgf∙m)
8. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
5.7 US qt (5.4 L)
9. Reinstall the engine oi l fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. 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
Controls.................................................... 111
Conversation Mirror ................................ 177
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 497
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 498
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 497
Overheating ............................................ 549
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 387
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 471
Cup Holders .............................................. 175
Customer Service Information ................ 578
Customized Features ............................... 295
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 149
Dead Battery ............................................ 546
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 319
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror ................ 155
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 188
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 571
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 145
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 160
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 493
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 144
Display Button .......................................... 204
Door Mirrors ............................................. 161
Doors ........................................................ 113
Auto Door Locking.................................. 126
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 126 Door Open Message ............................ 34, 92
Key .......................................................... 113
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Inside ................................ 14, 123
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside ................................... 116
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 122
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 512
Driving ....................................................... 357
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 432
Automatic Transmission ........................... 387
Braking .................................................... 462
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 377
Shifting ................................................... 388
Starting the Engine .................................. 379
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle ..................................................... 385
Driving Position Memory System ............. 157
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 521
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 10
ECON Button ............................................. 396
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 88
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 81, 553
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 404
Emergency ................................................ 562
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 131
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 573Engine
Coolant ................................................... 497
Jump Starting .......................................... 546
Oil ........................................................... 492
Remote Engine Start................................ 381
Starting ................................................... 379
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 491
Engine Coolant ......................................... 497
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 498
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 497
Overheating ............................................ 549
Temperature Gauge ................................ 106
Engine Oil ................................................. 492
Adding .................................................... 494
Checking................................................. 493
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 485
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 551
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 492
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 141
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System Indicator............................................ 81, 553
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 70
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 524
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 161