Honda 1997 Civic Hatchback Owner's Manual page 32

Charging System
Indicator
If this light comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For complete
information, see page 175
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
The engine can be severely damaged
if this light flashes or stays on when
the engine is running. For complete
information, see page 174
Supplemental Restraint
SRS
System Indicator
This indicator lights when you turn
the ignition ON (II). If it comes on at
any other time, it indicates a problem
in the supplemental restraint system.
For complete information, see page
16 .
Anti-lock Brake System
ABS
(ABS) Indicator
Only on cars equipped with ABS (see
page 101)
This light normally comes on for a
.
few seconds when you turn the
ignition ON (II), and when the
ignition switch is turned to START
(III). If this light comes on at any
other time, there is a problem in the
ABS. If this happens, take the car to
your dealer to have it checked. With
. the light on, your car still has normal
braking ability but no anti-lock.
Indicator Lights
U.S. Canada Parking Brake
and Brake
BRAKE
System
Indicator
This light has two functions:
1. It lights as a reminder that you
have not released the parking
brake. Driving with the parking
brake applied can damage the
brakes and tires.
2. If it remains lit after you release
the parking brake, or comes on
while driving, it can indicate that
the brake fluid level is low. This is
normally due to worn brake pads.
Have your dealer check the
braking system for worn pads or
fluid leaks.
Instruments and Controls