Honda 2009 Element Owner's Manual page 205

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Oil Check
DIPSTICK
Wait a few minutes after turning the
engine off before you check the oil.
1. Remove the dipstick (orange tab).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
3. Insert it all the way back in its
tube.
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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 251.
2009 Element
Service Station Procedures
Engine Coolant Check
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
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 Adding
Engine Coolant on page
information on adding the proper
coolant.
Refer to Owner's Maintenance
Checks on page
about checking other items on your
vehicle.
MAX RESERVE TANK
MIN
254 for
248 for information
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