Vehicle Description; Type, Size, Shape, And Materials; Curb Weight; Engine - Honda Civic Hybrid 2002 Emergency Response Manual

Vehicle Description

Type, Size, Shape, and Materials

The Civic Hybrid is a 5-passenger gasoline-electric
hybrid vehicle powered by a gasoline engine and
an electric motor. The Civic Hybrid resembles a
Civic 4-door sedan, except that it has a roof
antenna above the windshield. It also has the
words, "Hybrid" and "Gasoline-Electric," on the
back. Most chassis and body components are made
of standard materials like steel, aluminum, and
plastic. A few parts are made of magnesium.

Curb Weight

The curb weight of the Civic Hybrid is
2,732 pounds (1,239 kg) for CVT vehicles, and
GASOLINE ELECTRIC
2,661 pounds (1,207 kg) for manual transmission
vehicles.

Engine

The main power source is a 1.3 liter, 4-cylinder
gasoline engine located under the hood.

Electric Motor

During start-up and acceleration, the engine is
assisted by a battery-powered electric motor,
located between the engine and the transmission.
During braking and deceleration, the electric motor
acts as a generator to recharge the high-voltage
battery and the 12-volt battery. Turning the ignition
switch to either the Accessory (I) or the Lock (0)
position turns off the engine and the electric motor.
Gasoline Electric 12 V Battery
Engine Motor

12-Volt Battery

The conventional 12-volt battery under the hood
powers all standard electronics such as the lights,
audio system, temperature control system, and the
engine ignition and fuel injection system.
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