Honda Civic Owner's Manual page 339

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
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How to Set Up the Jack
Jack
Handle
Bar
Wrench as Jack Handle
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1. Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket clockwise as shown in
the image until the top of the jack contacts
the jacking point.
u Make sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.
Wheel Nut
1How to Set Up the Jack
WARNING
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The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the jack.
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.
Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight ("load") or
may not fit the jacking point.
The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely:
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Do not use while the engine is running.
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Use only where the ground is firm and level.
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Use only at the jacking points.
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Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
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Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.