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Old 27 Apr 2007, 09:47 am
Dano58
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Default Re: Checking Tranny Fluid on 05 Civic Hybrid

On Apr 26, 9:56 pm, Theodore Kaplan <busmast...@hotmail.com> wrote:
> I happened to check the dipstick on the civic with the engine off and it
> appeared low to me. My question is whether it's supposed to be checked with
> the engine running or not. And if so, how long should it be run before
> checking the level? Thanks..
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GENERALLY, you should check the oil with the engine off and cold.
That's the only way to get an accurate reading of what's in the
crankcase. Not sure why it would be different on a hybrid, but as Jim
said, RTFM! ;-)

Dan D
'07 Ody EX
Central NJ USA

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