Acura 2012 RDX - Manual (Page 363)

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
Park the vehicle on a level surface.
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. Hold the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel, and then
insert it all the way back in its
hole.
Make sure the ‘‘UP’’ mark on the
loop is facing up when you insert
the 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 Adding Engine Oil on page 420.
DIPSTICK
‘‘UP’’ MARK
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
Service Station Procedures
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Before
Driving
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