oil dipstick HONDA CR-V 2007 RD1-RD5, RE7 / 3.G Owners Manual
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Wait a few minutes after turning the
engine off before you check the oil.
Remove the dipstick (orange
handle).
Wipe off the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into its hole. Remove
the dipstick again, and
check the level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
see on page .Look
at the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
it is below the MIN line, see on page f or
inf ormation on adding the proper
coolant.
1.
2.
3. 4.
267 270
Oil Check
A dding Engine OilEngine Coolant Check
A dding
Engine Coolant
Service Station Procedures
218
DIPSTICK
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARKMAX
MIN RESERVE TANK
Page 270 of 352
Fluid Locations
266
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAPPOWER STEERING
FLUID
(Red cap) ENGINE
COOLANT
RESERVOIR
RADIATOR CAP
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
ENGINE OIL
DIPSTICK
(Orange handle)
BRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
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Honda Motor Oil is the pref erred
5W-20 lubricant f or your vehicle. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle f or
optimum engine protection. Make
sure the API Certif ication Seal says
‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
The oil viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
5W-20 oil is f ormulated f or year-
round protection of your vehicle to
improve cold weather starting and
f uel economy.
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap, and
tighten it securely. Wait a f ew
minutes, and recheck the oil level on
the engine oil dipstick. Do not f ill above the upper mark; you could
damage the engine.
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 5W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
A dding Engine Oil
A dding Engine Oil
Recommended Engine Oil
Maint enance
267
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
Ambient Temperature
API CERTIFICATION SEAL
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Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Replace the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Turn of f the engine and let it sit
f or several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.
Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required. Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it. Make sure the oil f ilter gasket is
not stuck to the engine block. If it
is, remove it bef ore installing a
new oil f ilter.
3.
4. 5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Maint enance
269
OIL FILTER
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
4.4 US qt (4.2
)
Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.
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DANGER, Explanation of .iii
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Dashboard . 4, 72
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Daytime Running Lights .75
Daytime Running Lights
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Indicator .63
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Dead Battery .305
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .336
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Def ogger, Rear Window .77
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Def rosting the Windows .128
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Detachable Anchor .104
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Dimensions .322
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Dimming the Headlights . 74, 75
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission .273
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Engine Oil .218
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Directional Signals .74
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators .237
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Disposal of Used Oil .269
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Cargo .222
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Cargo area Light .121
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Cargo Hooks .225
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Carrying Cargo .222
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Cargo, How to Carry .222
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CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
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CD Care .202
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CD Changer . 154, 181
CD Changer Error ...........................
Messages . 159, 187
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CD Error Messages . 159, 187
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CD Player . 135, 152, 172
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Center Pocket .110
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Center Table .114
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Certif ication Label .320
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Chains, Tires .292
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Changing a Flat Tire .299
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Changing Oil .267
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How to .267
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When to .263
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Charging System Message . 60,309
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 216
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 229
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Child Saf ety . 34
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Booster Seats .51
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Child Seats . 34, 39 .....
Important Saf ety Reminders . 34
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Inf ants .39
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Large Children .50
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LATCH .43
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Risks with Airbags .35
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Small Children .40
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Tethers .48
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Warning Labels .36
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Where Should a Child Sit? . 35
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Child Seats . 34, 39
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LATCH .43
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Tether Anchorage Points . 48
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Childproof Door Locks . 88
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Cleaning Seat Belts .283
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Clock .206
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CO in the Exhaust .329
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 230
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Consumer Inf ormation . 334
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Controls, Instruments and . 57
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Conversation Mirror .117
Coolant ........................................
Adding .270
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Checking .218
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Proper Solution .270
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Temperature Gauge . 69
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Courtesy Light .121 Crankcase Emissions Control
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System .329
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Cruise Control Indicator . 62
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Cruise Control Operation . 209
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Customer Service Of f ice . 334
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