Honda 2004 Civic Si Owner's Manual page 116

Closing the Hood
GRIP
CLIP SUPPORT ROD
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.
Oil Check
DIPSTICK
Wait a few minutes after turning the
engine off before you check the oil.
1. Remove the dipstick (orange loop).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
3. Insert it all the way back in its tube.
Service Station Procedures
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
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 Oil on page
Before Driving
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