2005 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 124
2005 Honda Civic Manual
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Service Station Procedures Oil Check SUPPORT ROD Before Driving UPPER MARK CLIP DIPSTICK LOWER MARK 3. Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into the designated hole in the hood. To close the hood, lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it drop. Make sure it is securely latched. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil. 1. Remove the dipstick (orange loop). 2. Wipe off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. 4. 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 Adding Engine Oil on page 159 . 125