Honda Automobiles 2009 Civic Hybrid Owner's Manual page 260

SUPPORT ROD
GRIP
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.
Oil Check
CLIP
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 the dipstick all the way back
into its hole.
2009 Civic Hybrid
Service Station Procedures
DIPSTICK
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
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
on page
Adding Engine Oil
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