Parts And Fluids Used In Maintenance Service - Honda CIVIC 2014 Manual

Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause
you to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and precautions in this owner's manual.
■ Maintenance Safety
• To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away
from the 12-volt battery, all High Voltage system, and all fuel related parts.
• Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the bonnet.
u Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite them, causing a fire.
• To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not petrol.
• Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or
compressed air.
• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.
u Only operate the engine if there is sufficient ventilation.
■ Vehicle Safety
• The vehicle must be in a stationary condition.
u Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground, the parking brake is set, and the
power system is turned off.
• Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
Make sure to let the power system including the engine and exhaust system cool
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thoroughly before touching vehicle parts.
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• Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
u Do not activate the power system unless instructed, and keep your hands and limbs
away from moving parts. When the power mode is on, the engine can automatically
start, or the radiator fan may start operating without the engine running.
• Do not touch the high-voltage battery and wiring (orange).

Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service

The use of Honda genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and servicing
your vehicle. Honda genuine parts are manufactured according to the same high quality
standards used in Honda vehicles.
NOTICE
Do not press the engine cover forcibly. This may damage the engine cover and component
parts.
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WARNING
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