oil dipstick HONDA HR-V 2017 2.G Owners Manual

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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 can 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 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):
3.9 US qt (3.7 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
Controls....................................................... 93
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 392
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 393
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 392
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 77
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 77
Overheating............................................. 449
Creeping (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ........................................... 333
Cruise Control ........................................... 344
Indicator .................................................... 82
Cup Holders ............................................... 153
Customer Service Information ................. 476
D
Daytime Running Lights........................... 131
Dead Battery ............................................. 446
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .......................................... 164, 168
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 469
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 127
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 138
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 388
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 127
Display Setup .................................... 188, 210
Door Mirrors ............................................. 139 Doors
........................................................... 96
Auto Door Locking .................................. 109
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 109
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ........ 34, 78
Keys .......................................................... 96
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 105
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ............................................. 99
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 104
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 413
Driving ...................................................... 313
Braking ................................................... 363
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 333
Cruise Control ......................................... 344
Shifting Gear ........................... 334, 336, 340
Starting the Engine.......................... 325, 328
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 423
E
ECO Assist® System ....................................... 9
ECON Button ............................................ 343
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 81
Electric Parking Brake Indicator.................................................... 73
Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator............................................ 73, 454 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ........................................... 78, 453
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 354
Emergency ................................................ 461
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 471
Engine Coolant .................................................. 392
Jump Starting ......................................... 446
Number .................................................. 468
Oil .......................................................... 387
Starting........................................... 325, 328
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 122
Engine Coolant ........................................ 392
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 393
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 392
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 77
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 77
Overheating ............................................ 449
Engine Oil ................................................. 387
Adding ................................................... 389
Checking ................................................ 388
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 381
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 451
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 387
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon
Monoxide) ................................................ 69
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 426
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 139
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