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Owner's Identification Form
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................
A Few Words About
Safety................................................................................................................. ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................
Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................
Seat belts, SRS, and child protection
Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................
Indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column
Features
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Climate, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, and HomeLink
Before Driving..................................................................................................................................
Fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading
Driving ..............................................................................................................................................
Engine and transmission operation
Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................
Schedules, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage
Taking Care of the Unexpected ......................................................................................................
Flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................
Vehicle specifications, tires, fuels, and emissions controls
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................
Warranty and contact information
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................
How to order
Index......................................................................................................................................................
Service Information Summary
Fluid capacities and tire pressures
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  • Page 1 2005 Civic Hybrid Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................A Few Words About Safety.........................
  • Page 2 The information and specifications DELIVERY DATE included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for (Date sold to original retail purchaser) printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to DEALER NAME DEALER NO. discontinue or change specifications...
  • Page 3 Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2005 Honda Civic Hybrid was a wise As you read this manual, you will investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by symbol. This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to information is intended to help you read this manual.

  • Page 4: A Few Words About Safety

    Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important responsibility. Safety Labels on the vehicle.

  • Page 5: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL (P. 51, 52) AIRBAGS (P. 9, 22) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 73) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 79) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P. 113) TRUNK RELEASE HOOD RELEASE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.
  • Page 6 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance HAZARD WARNING BUTTON HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P. 66) (P. 67) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 65) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON (P. 108) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 93) CLOCK (P. 107) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 68) ECON BUTTON (P.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting All Children Should Sit in a information about how to protect Position ........ Back Seat ......... yourself and your passengers. It Advice for Pregnant Women ..

  • Page 8: Important Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Restrain All Children every additional drink. So don’t drink recommendations throughout this Children age 12 and under should and drive, and don’t let your friends section, and throughout this manual. ride properly restrained in a back drink and drive, either.

  • Page 9: Your Vehicle's Safety Features

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to (10) protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...

  • Page 10: Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Seat Belts Why Wear Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat Seat belts are the single most belts in all seating positions. effective safety device for adults and Not wearing a seat belt properly larger children.

  • Page 11: Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Airbags against the inside of the vehicle and against other occupants. Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle. Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy.
  • Page 12 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear The rest of this section gives more What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.

  • Page 13: Protecting Adults And Teens

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors are closed instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers, and locked.

  • Page 14: Adjust The Seat-Backs

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens The National Highway Traffic Safety Adjust the Seat-Backs Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers Sitting too close to a front allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) airbag can result in serious between the center of the steering injury or death if the front wheel and the chest.

  • Page 15: Adjust The Head Restraints

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Reclining the seat-back too far Improperly positioning head can result in serious injury or restraints reduces their death in a crash. effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well Make sure head restraints are...

  • Page 16: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat If necessary, pull up on the belt again Belts to remove any slack, then check that the belt rests across the center of Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the your chest and over your shoulder.

  • Page 17: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Maintain a Proper Sitting Never place the shoulder portion of a Position lap/shoulder belt under your arm or After all occupants have adjusted behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash. their seats and put on seat belts, it is very important that they continue to If a seat belt does not seem to work...

  • Page 18: Advice For Pregnant Women

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit position in the front seat can be upright and adjust the seat as far seriously or fatally injured in a crash back as possible while allowing full by striking interior parts of the...

  • Page 19: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects Do not attach or place objects on Objects on Two people should never use the between yourself and a front the front airbag covers. If they do, they Carrying hard or sharp same seat belt.

  • Page 20: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap and shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, shoulder belts in all five seating your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in...

  • Page 21: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To deactivate the locking Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The tensioners are designed to mechanism, unlatch the buckle and activate primarily in frontal collisions, let the seat belt fully retract. To and they should activate in any refasten the belt, pull it out only as collision severe enough to cause...

  • Page 22: Seat Belt Maintenance

    For information on how to clean your Honda provides a lifetime warranty seat belts, see page on seat belts for U.S. models. See your Honda Warranty Information...

  • Page 23: Additional Information About Your Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components In models with side airbags, Emergency backup power in case Your airbag system includes: sensors that can detect whether a your vehicle’s electrical system is child is in the passenger’s side disconnected in a crash.

  • Page 24: How Your Front Airbags Work

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the front airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy.
  • Page 25 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags After a crash, you may see what Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags looks like smoke. This is actually Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- threshold airbags. Airbags with this powder from the airbag’s surface.

  • Page 26: How Your Side Airbags Work

    To get the best protection from the Although Honda does not encourage side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, this system should wear their seat belts and sit is designed to shut off the side upright and well back in their seats.

  • Page 27: How The Srs Indicator Works

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the Side Airbag Off Indicator How the SRS Indicator Works If you see any of these indications, comes on (see page ), have the The SRS indicator alerts the airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly when you passenger sit upright.

  • Page 28: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Side Airbag Off Airbag Service Additional Safety Precautions Indicator Works Your airbag systems are virtually Do not attempt to deactivate your Standard for U.S. models maintenance free, and there are no airbags.

  • Page 29: Protecting Children General Guidelines

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained.

  • Page 30: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Poses Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to...

  • Page 31: General Guidelines

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models front airbag hazards, and that SUN VISOR DASHBOARD children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.

  • Page 32: If You Must Drive With Several Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close If a child requires close physical attention or frequent visual contact, Children Attention Many parents say they prefer to put Your vehicle has a back seat where we strongly recommend that another children can be properly restrained.

  • Page 33: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Do not leave children alone in a Keep vehicle keys and remote Leaving children without Never hold an infant or child on vehicle. transmitters out of the reach of Even very young your lap.

  • Page 34: Protecting Infants And Small Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a Rear-facing Child Seat Placement seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the back facing, reclining mode.

  • Page 35: Protecting Small Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children In either situation, we strongly Protecting Small Children Child Seat Placement recommend that you install the child We strongly recommend placing a seat directly behind the front forward-facing child seat in a back passenger’s seat, move the seat as seat, not the front.

  • Page 36: Selecting A Child Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat If it is necessary to put a forward- Selecting a Child Seat In seating positions and vehicles not facing child seat in the front, move When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- compatible child seat can be installed the vehicle seat as far to the rear as...

  • Page 37: Installing A Child Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat Before purchasing a conventional Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and child seat, or using a previously After selecting a proper child seat, should not reduce the child seat’s purchased one, we recommend that and a good place to install the seat, effectiveness.

  • Page 38: With Latch

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with BUTTONS LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.
  • Page 39 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Push and pull the child seat TETHER STRAP forward and from side to side to HOOK Front verify that it is secure. ANCHOR Flexible type Other LATCH-compatible seats have Lift the head restraint (see page a flexible-type connector as shown ), then route the tether strap above.

  • Page 40: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt.
  • Page 41 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to the belt near the buckle and pull...

  • Page 42: With A Tether

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tighten the strap according to the Using an Outer Anchor Tether seat maker’s instructions. TETHER STRAP HOOK Front Using the Center Anchor TETHER STRAP Front HOOK ANCHOR COVER...

  • Page 43: Protecting Larger Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a child age 12 or under child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder or death if the passenger’s front...

  • Page 44: Using A Booster Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat to drive. between the child’s neck and arm? Booster seats can be high-back or Is the lap part of the belt as low as low-back.

  • Page 45: When Can A Child Sit In Front

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: Front The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in the...

  • Page 46: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a Devices intended to Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. This could result across the neck. improve a child’s comfort or in serious neck injuries during a reposition the shoulder part of a crash.

  • Page 47: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk open, airflow can pull carbon monoxide gas. You should exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. interior and create a hazardous monoxide entering the vehicle in condition.

  • Page 48: Safety Labels

    Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD SUN VISOR U.S. models shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models only hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S.
  • Page 49 Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels HOOD DOORJAMBS On models with side airbags On models with side airbags U.S. models Canadian models On models without side airbags...
  • Page 50 Main Menu...

  • Page 51: Instruments And Controls

    Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......Door Locks ........the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ......Power Door Locks ...... contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..Childproof Door Locks ....

  • Page 52: Control Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS MIRROR (P. 86) CONTROLS (P. 80) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 67) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 73) AUDIO SYSTEM CRUISE CONTROL (P. 93) MASTER BUTTON CLOCK (P. 108) (P. 107) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES ACCESSORY POWER...

  • Page 53: Instrument Panel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Automatic Transmission(CVT) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE (P. 56) SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P. 54, 191) (P. 56) MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 58) (P. 53) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.
  • Page 54 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Manual Transmission HIGH BEAM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE (P. 56) SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P. 54, 191) (P. 56) MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 58) (P. 53) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.

  • Page 55: Instrument Panel Indicators

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Supplemental Restraint Side Airbag Off Indicator indicators to give you important System Indicator information about your vehicle. This indicator comes on when you Standard for U.S. models turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  • Page 56 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Charging System Parking Brake Anti-lock Brake System U.S. Canada Indicator and Brake (ABS) Indicator If this indicator comes on when the System Standard for U.S. models engine is running, the 12 volt battery Indicator Optional for Canadian models is not being charged.
  • Page 57 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Electric Power Steering If you drive with the system IMA System Indicator overheated continuously or (EPS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on repeatedly, this can damage the This indicator normally comes on for when you turn the ignition to ON (II) power steering system.
  • Page 58 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and High Beam Indicator Trunk-open Indicator Hazard Warning This indicator comes on if the trunk Indicators This indicator comes on with the The left or right turn signal indicator high beam headlights. For more lid is not closed tightly.
  • Page 59 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators ‘‘Daytime Running Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators Lights’’ Indicator Manual Transmission Canadian models only See page This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) Shift Lever Position Indicators with the headlight switch off and the Automatic Transmission (CVT) parking brake set.
  • Page 60 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Maintenance Required Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km) SELECT/RESET KNOB and 10,000 miles (16,000 km), this Indicator This indicator reminds you that it is indicator will come on for 2 seconds time to take your vehicle in for when you first turn the ignition scheduled maintenance.

  • Page 61: Gauges

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges ODOMETER/TRIP METER FUEL GAUGE SPEEDOMETER IMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE IMA BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE TACHOMETER SELECT/RESET TEMPERATURE GAUGE FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY KNOB CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY U.S. model with automatic transmission (CVT) is shown.

  • Page 62: Odometer

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Odometer There are two trip meters: Trip A Trip Mileage The odometer shows the total and Trip B. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track distance your vehicle has been TRIP MILEAGE (TRIP A) driven.

  • Page 63: Turning Off The Mileage Display

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Turning Off the Mileage Display Fuel Gauge You can temporarily turn off the This shows how much fuel you have. Current Fuel Mileage display. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and make sure the transmission is in Neutral (manual) or Park...

  • Page 64: Ima Battery Level Gauge

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges IMA Battery Level Gauge climbing a long hill. The engine will This correction of the battery level recharge the battery as you continue gauge is normal and does not driving. indicate a problem. If the IMA IMA BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE battery develops a problem or If the battery is mostly discharged,...

  • Page 65: Charge/Assist Gauge

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Charge/Assist Gauge If the IMA battery is too hot or too Temperature Gauge cold, the IMA system shuts down to This shows the temperature of the IMA ASSIST IMA CHARGE protect the battery. This disables the engine’s coolant.

  • Page 66: Controls Near The Steering Wheel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/ HAZARD WARNING TURN SIGNALS BUTTON (P.67) CRUISE CONTROL (P.66) MASTER BUTTON WINDSHIELD (P.108) WIPERS/WASHERS (P.65) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.68) ECON BUTTON (P.87) HORN MIRROR CONTROLS (P.80) ACCESSORY POWER STEERING WHEEL CRUISE CONTROL SOCKET ADJUSTMENT...

  • Page 67: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Push the right lever up or down to Windshield Washers Pull the select a position. wiper control lever toward you and hold it. The washers spray until MIST The wipers run at high you release the lever.

  • Page 68: Turn Signal And Headlights

    Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the page ). Pull the lever back to left lever to signal a left turn and up return to the low beams. to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever and To flash the high beams, pull the hold it.

  • Page 69: Instrument Panel Brightness

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button Instrument Panel Brightness values five seconds after you stop Hazard Warning Button adjusting the knob. HAZARD WARNING BUTTON Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off, and also with the headlight switch on.

  • Page 70: Rear Window Defogger

    Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.

  • Page 71: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment Push the lever up to lock the before you start driving. steering wheel in position. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the...

  • Page 72: Keys And Locks

    Immobilizer System. They will not (Black) (Gray) ever have to get a key replaced. Use work to start the engine if the only Honda-approved key blanks. circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

  • Page 73: Immobilizer System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Immobilizer System The Immobilizer System protects If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC: your vehicle from theft. If an recognize the coding of your key, This device complies with Part 15 of the contact your dealer.

  • Page 74: Ignition Switch

    Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open...

  • Page 75: Door Locks

    Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks Power Door Locks Childproof Door Locks Unlock Unlock Lock LEVER Lock MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH The childproof door locks are All doors lock when you push down Each door has a lock tab on the top. the master door lock switch or the Push the tab down to lock the door designed to prevent children seated...

  • Page 76: Trunk

    Main Menu Table of Contents Trunk Emergency Trunk Opener TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE Pull MASTER KEY MASTER KEY To open the trunk, pull the trunk You can also use the master key to As a safety feature, your vehicle has release handle to the left of the open the trunk lock.

  • Page 77: Remote Transmitter

    Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once PANIC Press this button for to unlock the driver’s door. Push it about 1 second to attract attention; LOCK BUTTON twice to unlock the other doors. the horn will sound and the exterior Some exterior lights will flash twice lights will flash for about 30 seconds.
  • Page 78 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter To replace the battery, move the As required by the FCC: Battery round cover on the back of the This device complies with Part 15 of the transmitter by turning it FCC rules.

  • Page 79: Seats

    Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and To change the seat-back angle of the backward, pull up on the bar under front seat, pull up on the lever on the...
  • Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Head Restraints The head restraints help protect you and your passengers from whiplash See page for important safety and other injuries. They are most information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints.

  • Page 81: Power Windows

    Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The AUTO function only works to DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH lower the driver’s window. To raise Closing a power window on the window, you must pull back on the window switch and hold it until someone’s hands or fingers can the window reaches the desired cause serious injury.

  • Page 82: Mirrors

    Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the SELECTOR SWITCH mirror right, left, up, or down. When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position.

  • Page 83: Parking Brake

    Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake Power Mirror Heaters Parking Brake HEATED MIRROR BUTTON Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. PARKING BRAKE LEVER On Canadian model To apply the parking brake, pull the The outside mirrors are heated to lever up fully.

  • Page 84: Interior Convenience Items

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items VANITY MIRROR CONSOLE COMPARTMENT COIN BOX CENTER POCKET COAT HOOK ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX BEVERAGE HOLDER...

  • Page 85: Beverage Holder

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holder Glove Box Console Compartment Be careful when you are using the Open the glove box by squeezing the beverage holder. A spilled liquid that handle. Close it with a firm push. LEVER is very hot can scald you or your passengers.

  • Page 86: Interior Lights

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Ceiling Light If you leave any door open with the Spotlights key not in the ignition switch, the ceiling light will go off after 3 DOOR ACTIVATED minutes. The ceiling light has a three-position Push on the spotlight lenses to turn switch: ON, Door Activated, and the light on and off.

  • Page 87: Features

    Main Menu Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....systems in your vehicle provide a Playing the Radio ......comfortable driving environment in Radio Reception ......all weather conditions. Playing a CD ........CD Changer ........The standard audio system has Protecting Your CDs ....
  • Page 88 Table of Contents Main Menu Vents, Heating, and A/C MODE CONTROL DIAL ECON BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON FAN CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON...
  • Page 89 Table of Contents Main Menu Vents, Heating, and A/C Manual Operation ECON Button If the fan control dial is off, you You can manually set the system You can get better fuel economy cannot select the ECON mode, but controls for ventilation, air with the Auto Idle Stop function the Auto Idle Stop is enabled.
  • Page 90 Table of Contents Main Menu Vents, Heating, and A/C Fan Control Dial The outside air intakes for the Air flows from the center Turn this dial to increase or decrease heating and cooling system are at and corner vents in the dashboard. the base of the windshield.
  • Page 91 Table of Contents Main Menu Vents, Heating, and A/C In AUTO mode, the system controls Select If the interior is very warm, you can the airflow direction automatically The system automatically cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning on the between the dashboard vents and switches to Fresh Air mode.
  • Page 92 Table of Contents Main Menu Vents, Heating, and A/C Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the From the Windows moisture from the air. When used in windows: combination with the heater, it Select...
  • Page 93 Table of Contents Main Menu Vents, Heating, and A/C Automatic Operation To heat or cool the interior faster, To Turn Everything Off To use the heating and cooling select Recirculation mode and set To turn everything off, turn the fan system in automatic mode, set the the temperature control dial to the control dial to OFF.
  • Page 94 Table of Contents Main Menu Vents, Heating, and A/C Sunlight and Temperature Sensors TEMPERATURE SENSOR SUNLIGHT SENSOR To regulate the interior temperature, the system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column.

  • Page 95: Playing The Radio

    Table of Contents Main Menu Playing the Radio STEREO INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT SCAN INDICATOR INDICATOR AUTO SELECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON POWER/VOLUME KNOB SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB...
  • Page 96 Table of Contents Main Menu Playing the Radio To Play the Radio lower frequency. Preset Each preset button can The ignition switch must be in the store one frequency on AM, and two ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. SEEK The SEEK function frequencies on FM.
  • Page 97 Table of Contents Main Menu Playing the Radio AUTO SELECT If you are Adjusting the Sound Audio System Lighting traveling far from home and can no Adjust the Balance, or side- You can use the instrument panel longer receive your preset stations, to-side strength of the sound.

  • Page 98: Radio Reception

    Table of Contents Main Menu Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such Those bands cover these frequen- as the distance from the station’s cies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
  • Page 99 Table of Contents Main Menu Radio Reception As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.
  • Page 100 Table of Contents Main Menu Playing a CD CD BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR RANDOM BUTTON CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON POWER/VOLUME KNOB SEEK/SKIP BAR RANDOM INDICATOR REPEAT BUTTON...
  • Page 101 Table of Contents Main Menu Playing a CD, CD Changer To Play a CD a track, press and release the RPT you turn the system back on, the CD With the ignition switch in the button. You will see RPT in the will begin playing where it left off.

  • Page 102: Protecting Your Cds

    Table of Contents Main Menu Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R discs, use only When a CD is not being played, store high quality CDs labeled for audio it in its case to protect it from dust use.

  • Page 103: Cd Player Error Messages

    Table of Contents Main Menu CD Player Error Messages If you see an error message in the Error Cause Solution display while playing a CD, find the Message cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD.

  • Page 104: Cd Changer Error Messages

    Table of Contents Main Menu CD Changer Error Messages If you see an error message in the Error Cause Solution display while playing a CD, find the Message cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the magazine eject button and pull it out, the vehicle to your dealer.
  • Page 105 Table of Contents Main Menu Playing a Tape (Optional) TAPE BUTTON FF BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR REW BUTTON DOLBY INDICATOR PWR/VOL KNOB PLAY/PROG BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON NOISE REDUCTION SKIP BAR BUTTON...
  • Page 106 Table of Contents Main Menu Playing a Tape (Optional) To Play a Tape Dolby noise reduction turns on To switch to the radio or CD player The ignition switch must be in the when you insert a tape. The while a tape is playing, press the AM/FM or CD/TAPE button.
  • Page 107 Table of Contents Main Menu Playing a Tape (Optional) REPEAT Press the RPT button Caring for the Player and Tapes the player. to continuously play a song or The tape player picks up dirt and passage. You will see RPT displayed. oxides from the tape.

  • Page 108: Radio Theft Protection

    Table of Contents Main Menu Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system will If your vehicle’s battery is You will have to store your favorite disable itself if it is disconnected disconnected or goes dead, or the stations in the preset buttons after from electrical power for any reason.

  • Page 109: Setting The Clock

    Table of Contents Main Menu Setting the Clock You can quickly set the time to the CLOCK BUTTON nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, press the CLOCK button until you hear a beep, then press the R (preset 6) button to set the clock back to the previous hour.

  • Page 110: Cruise Control

    Table of Contents Main Menu Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) CANCEL BUTTON without keeping your foot on the CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways.
  • Page 111 Table of Contents Main Menu Cruise Control Cruise control may not hold the set Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: speed in any of these ways: down hills.
  • Page 112 Table of Contents Main Menu Cruise Control Even with the cruise control turned Cancelling the Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed on, you can still use the accelerator You can cancel the cruise control in When you push the CANCEL button, pedal to speed up for passing.

  • Page 113: Before Driving

    Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....gasoline to use, and how to check Service Station Procedures ..the levels of important fluids. You Refueling ........also need to know how to properly Opening and Closing the store luggage or packages.

  • Page 114: Break-In Period

    Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Use of gasoline with these additives Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate may adversely affect performance, reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump and cause the Malfunction Indicator extra attention to how you drive octane number of 86 or higher.

  • Page 115: Service Station Procedures

    Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Refueling Gasoline is highly flammable ATTACHMENT and explosive. You can be Push burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately.
  • Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Stop filling the tank after the fuel Screw the fuel fill cap back on nozzle automatically clicks off. Do until it clicks at least three times. not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave HOLDER If you do not properly tighten the some room for the fuel to expand...

  • Page 117: Opening And Closing The Hood

    Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Opening and Closing the Hood LATCH GRIP HOOD RELEASE HANDLE SUPPORT ROD CLIP Park the vehicle, and set the If the hood latch handle moves To close the hood, lift it up slightly to parking brake.

  • Page 118: Oil Check

    Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check Engine Coolant Check DIPSTICK RESERVE TANK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again and Look at the coolant level in the engine off before you check the oil. check the level.

  • Page 119: Fuel Economy

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy Drive moderately. Rapid Try to maintain a constant speed. Always maintain your vehicle acceleration, abrupt cornering and Every time you slow down and according to the maintenance hard braking use more fuel. speed up, your vehicle uses extra schedule.
  • Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy The air conditioning puts an extra You may notice that using the A/C load on the engine which makes it causes a greater drop in fuel economy than you are used to in use more fuel.

  • Page 121: Accessories And Modifications

    Be sure electronic accessories do crash in which you can be hurt Accessories or killed. not overload electrical circuits Your dealer has Honda accessories (see page ) or interfere with that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this proper operation.
  • Page 122 Some examples are: safety features can make the Lowering the vehicle with a non- systems ineffective. Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground If you plan to modify your vehicle, clearance can allow the consult your dealer.

  • Page 123: Carrying Cargo

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET storage areas: Glove box CENTER POCKET Front door and seat-back pockets Console compartment Trunk Center pocket Roof-rack (if installed) However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and...
  • Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limits Steps for Determining Correct Load The resulting figure equals the The maximum load for your vehicle Limit: available amount of cargo and is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure luggage load capacity. For includes the total weight of all Locate the statement, ‘‘the example, if the maximum load is...
  • Page 125 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on Air Intake Compartment a Roof Rack AIR INTAKE Store or secure all items that could Distribute cargo evenly on the be thrown around and hurt floor of the trunk, placing the someone during a crash.
  • Page 126 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Do not spill any liquids over the air intake and also do not put any small foreign objects in it. This may damage the IMA battery and the power control unit.

  • Page 127: Driving

    Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ....... conditions, and how to operate the Manual Transmission ....manual and automatic transmissions. Automatic Transmission (CVT) . It also includes important Parking ...........

  • Page 128: Preparing To Drive

    Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check that any items you may be Fasten your seat belt. Check that and adjustments before you drive carrying are stored properly or your passengers have fastened fastened down securely.

  • Page 129: Starting The Engine

    Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Starting in Cold Weather In cold weather, conventional starter In cold weather, turn off all is used instead of the IMA system The Immobilizer System protects your electrical accessories to reduce starter.

  • Page 130: Manual Transmission

    Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up Reverse with the vehicle moving. can cause loss of control on Push down the clutch pedal, and slippery surfaces.
  • Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Auto Idle Stop The ECON mode is selected, and During Auto Idle Stop, the IMA To maximize fuel economy, your the outside temperature is above charge and power brake vacuum Civic Hybrid has an Auto Idle Stop freezing, or the fan speed control reserve is monitored by the system.
  • Page 132 Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Auto Idle Stop Indicator restart the engine with the ignition Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators switch when this indicator is blinking. AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR SHIFT UP INDICATOR This indicator will blink, and you will hear a continuous beep, if you open the door when Auto Stop is active.

  • Page 133: Automatic Transmission (Cvt)

    Shift Lever Position Indicators The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a Transmission (CVT) few seconds when you turn the Honda’s Continuously Variable ignition switch to ON (II). If it Transmission’s unique design flashes while driving (in any shift provides a smooth, constant flow of position), it indicates a possible power.
  • Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) Shifting To shift from: Do this: If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of P to R Press the brake pedal and SHIFT LEVER press the release button.
  • Page 135 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) Reverse (R) Press the brake allow the engine to run at higher Engine Speed Limiter pedal and press the release button speeds when it is cold. When the vehicle reaches the maximum speed in any shift position, on the front of the shift lever to shift from Park to Reverse.
  • Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) Shift Lock Release RELEASE BUTTON Do this if pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button do not shift the transmission out of Park: Set the Parking brake. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
  • Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) Auto Idle Stop There is adequate vacuum reserve During Auto Idle Stop, the IMA To maximize fuel economy, your for the power brakes. charge and power brake vacuum Civic Hybrid has an Auto Idle Stop reserve is monitored by the system.
  • Page 138 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) Auto Idle Stop Indicator If you open the driver’s door when Auto Stop is active, the indicator will AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR blink and you will hear a continuous beep. The beep will stop when you close the door.

  • Page 139: Parking

    Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing downhill, you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the windows are closed. turn the front wheels toward the the parking brake is set firmly or curb.

  • Page 140: Braking System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with front Check the brakes after driving Brake Wear Indicators disc brakes. The brakes on the rear through deep water. Apply the If the brake pads need replacing, you brakes moderately to see if they feel wheels are drum.

  • Page 141: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)

    Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) On models equipped feel the ABS activate immediately if If the ABS indicator and the brake The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) you are trying to stop on snow or ice. system indicator come on together, helps prevent the brakes from and the parking brake is fully locking up and helps you retain...

  • Page 142: Towing A Trailer

    Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), Towing a Trailer Important Safety Reminders Towing a Trailer ABS does not reduce the time or Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer, attempting to do so can void distance it takes to stop the vehicle;...

  • Page 143: Maintenance

    Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Schedule ....maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ....maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations ......Adding Engine Oil ......This section also includes Changing the Oil and Filter ..

  • Page 144: Maintenance Safety

    Table of Contents Main Menu Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Wear eye protection and Burns from hot parts. Let the section should be performed by a protective clothing when working engine and exhaust system cool certified technician or other qualified with the battery or compressed air.

  • Page 145: Maintenance Schedule

    Table of Contents Main Menu Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule assumes Which Schedule to Follow Driving with a roof rack, or driving you will use your vehicle as normal Service your vehicle according to the in mountainous conditions. transportation for passengers and time and mileage periods on one of their possessions.
  • Page 146 Brakes Check the fluid level We recommend the use of Honda or mileage period to ensure long- monthly. See page parts and fluids whenever you have term reliability. Tires Check the tire pressure maintenance done.
  • Page 147 Table of Contents Main Menu Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first Rotate tires (follow pattern on page...
  • Page 148 Table of Contents Main Menu Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first Rotate tires (follow pattern on page...

  • Page 149: Maintenance Record

    Table of Contents Main Menu Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 5,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
  • Page 150 Table of Contents Main Menu Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 85,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 125,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 136,000 km 200,000 km Date Date 90,000 mi mi/km 130,000 mi mi/km 144,000 km 208,000 km Date Date...

  • Page 151: Fluid Locations

    Table of Contents Main Menu Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL (Gray cap) (Orange loop) FILL CAP CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) RADIATOR CAP FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop)

  • Page 152: Adding Engine Oil

    0W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is engine use less fuel. It is available at could damage the engine. highly recommended that you use your dealer. A 5W-20 oil may be used Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for if 0W-20 is not available.

  • Page 153: Changing The Oil And Filter

    Table of Contents Main Menu Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter Synthetic Oil Changing the Oil and Filter You may use a synthetic motor oil if Always change the oil and filter according to the recommendations in it meets the same requirements given for a conventional motor oil: it the maintenance schedule.
  • Page 154 Table of Contents Main Menu Changing the Oil and Filter Put a new washer on the drain bolt, OIL FILTER DRAIN BOLT then reinstall the drain bolt. Tighten the drain bolt to : 29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m) Refill the engine with the recommended oil.

  • Page 155: Engine Coolant

    Main Menu Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant Turn off the engine, let it sit for Adding Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not several minutes, then check the oil available, you may use another major-brand non-silicate coolant as a level on the dipstick.
  • Page 156 Table of Contents Main Menu Engine Coolant If the reserve tank is completely The coolant level should be up to RADIATOR CAP empty, you should also check the the base of the filler neck. Add coolant level in the radiator. coolant if it is low.

  • Page 157: Windshield Washers

    Table of Contents Main Menu Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the Fill the reservoir with a good-quality windshield washer reservoir at least windshield washer fluid. This monthly during normal use. increases the cleaning capability and Do not use engine antif reeze or a prevents freezing in cold weather.

  • Page 158: Transmission Fluid

    Park the vehicle on level ground. Have the transmission flushed and Shut off the engine. refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as Remove the dipstick and check soon as it is convenient. the fluid level. It should be...

  • Page 159: Manual Transmission

    FILLER BOLT should drain and refill it with Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the If Honda MTF is not available, you vehicle for a short distance. Do may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 this three times. Then drain and viscosity motor oil with the API refill the transmission a final time.

  • Page 160: Brake And Clutch Fluid

    DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can The fluid level should be between cause corrosion and decrease the life the MIN and MAX marks on the side The fluid level should be between of the system.

  • Page 161: Lights

    Table of Contents Main Menu Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb HOLDING CLIP The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle regularly carry heavy items in the it by its base, and protect the glass trunk, readjustment may be required.
  • Page 162 Table of Contents Main Menu Lights Insert the new bulb into the hole Replacing the Front Side Marker/ and turn it one-quarter turn clock- Turn Signal and Parking Light wise to lock it in place. Bulb Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb.
  • Page 163 Table of Contents Main Menu Lights Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to Remove the bulb from the socket Replacing Rear Bulbs remove the holding clip from the by pushing it in and turning the (in Fenders) bulb counterclockwise until it inner fender, and pull the inner fender cover back.
  • Page 164 Table of Contents Main Menu Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing Rear Bulbs socket. Push the new bulb straight (in Trunk Lid) into the socket until it bottoms. BULBS Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise SOCKETS until it locks.
  • Page 165 Table of Contents Main Menu Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a High-mount Brake Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight Light Bulb socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. into the socket until it bottoms.

  • Page 166: Roof Antenna

    Table of Contents Main Menu Roof Antenna, Cleaning the Seat Belts Roof Antenna Seat Belts Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat belt anchors can cause the belts to retract slowly. Wipe the insides of LOOP the loops with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol.

  • Page 167: Floor Mats

    Table of Contents Main Menu Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter Floor Mats If you use a non-Honda floor mat, Dust and Pollen Filter make sure it fits properly and that it This filter removes the dust and pollen that is brought in from the can be used with the floor mat anchors.

  • Page 168: Wiper Blades

    Table of Contents Main Menu Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, areas that are getting hard, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.

  • Page 169: Tires

    Table of Contents Main Menu Wiper Blades, Tires Slide the new wiper blade into the Tires BLADE holder until the tabs lock. To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be the proper type and Slide the wiper blade assembly size, in good condition with adequate onto the wiper arm.
  • Page 170 Table of Contents Main Menu Tires Inflation Guidelines Use a gauge to measure the air If you check air pressures when the Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure in each tire at least once a tires are hot [driven for several miles provides the best combination of month.
  • Page 171 Main Menu Tires Recommended Tire Pressures When you return to normal speed High-Speed Driving Honda strongly recommends that driving, be sure to readjust the tire Normal Driving you not drive faster than posted The following chart shows the pressure for normal driving. You recommended cold tire pressures for speed limits and conditions allow.
  • Page 172 Improper wheel weights can damage A tire this worn gives very little your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use traction on wet roads. You should only Honda wheel weights f or replace the tire if you can see three balancing. or more tread wear indicators.
  • Page 173 Table of Contents Main Menu Tires Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels speed and may cause the system to Replace your tires with radial tires of work. the same size, load range, speed Front Front rating, and maximum cold tire If you ever replace a wheel, make pressure rating (as shown on the sure the new one matches the...
  • Page 174 Table of Contents Main Menu Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications When installing cables, follow the Snow Tires Wheels: If you mount snow tires on your manufacturer’s instructions, and mount them as tight as you can. 14 x 5 1/2 JJ vehicle, make sure they are radial tires of the same size and load range Make sure they are not contacting...

  • Page 175: Checking The 12 Volt Battery

    Table of Contents Main Menu Checking the 12 Volt Battery cloth or paper towel. Coat the TEST INDICATOR WINDOW terminals with grease to help prevent further corrosion. The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal If additional battery maintenance is operation.

  • Page 176: Vehicle Storage

    Table of Contents Main Menu Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a an extended period (more than one ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made If the vehicle is to be stored for a month), there are several things you from a porous material such as should do to prepare it for storage.
  • Page 177 Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start ..... gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........

  • Page 178: Compact Spare Tire

    Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.

  • Page 179: Changing A Flat Tire

    Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, SPARE TIRE TRUNK FLOOR stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until The vehicle can easily roll off you get to an exit or an area that is the jack, seriously injuring far away from the traffic lanes.
  • Page 180 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire JACK JACKING POINTS WHEEL NUT WRENCH Turn the jack’s end Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn Place the jack under the jacking counterclockwise to loosen it, then with the wheel nut wrench. point nearest the tire you need to remove the jack.
  • Page 181 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB WHEEL NUT WRENCH EXTENSION Use the extension and the wheel Remove the wheel nuts, then Before mounting the spare tire, nut wrench as shown to raise the remove the flat tire. Handle the wipe any dirt off the mounting vehicle until the flat tire is off the wheel nuts carefully;...
  • Page 182 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire SPACER WING BOLT CONE Put on the spare tire. Put the Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Place the flat tire face down in the the same crisscross pattern. Have wheel nuts back on finger-tight, spare tire well.
  • Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack in the trunk with the end bracket on the left side. Turn the jack’s end bracket to lock it in place. Store the tool kit. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.

  • Page 184: If The Engine Won't Start

    Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to START start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly (III). If the headlights do not dim, on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to check the condition of the fuses.
  • Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start The Starter Operates Normally If you find nothing wrong, you will In this case, the starter motor’s need a qualified technician to find speed sounds normal, or even faster the problem. See Emergency than normal, when you turn the Towing...

  • Page 186: Jump Starting

    Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To jump start your vehicle: procedure, you should take several precautions. Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the 12 volt battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte.
  • Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Start the vehicle. If the starter If your vehicle’s 12 volt battery is motor still operates slowly, check disconnected or goes dead, the IMA that the jumper cables have good battery level gauge reading will not metal-to-metal contact.

  • Page 188: If The Engine Overheats

    Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats The reading on the vehicle’s If you do not see steam or spray, temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running, and the midrange. If it climbs to the red Steam and spray from an watch the temperature gauge.
  • Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If you do not find an obvious leak, Using gloves or a large heavy Put the radiator cap back on check the coolant level in the cloth, turn the radiator cap tightly.

  • Page 190: Low Oil Pressure Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator This indicator should never Safely pull off the road, and shut The engine running generates the oil come on when the engine is off the engine. Turn on the hazard pressure. When the Auto Idle Stop is running.

  • Page 191: Charging System Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents Charging System Indicator If the charging system If the Auto Idle Stop is active for an indicator comes on brightly extended period, the charging system indicator may come on. If it when the engine is running, the 12 volt battery is not being happens, start the engine.

  • Page 192: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle battery has been while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you disconnected or gone dead, these codes are erased.

  • Page 193: Brake System Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator U.S. Canada part of the system’s dual circuit If the ABS indicator comes on with design will still give you braking at the brake system indicator, have two wheels. You will feel the brake your vehicle inspected by your The brake system indicator normally pedal go down much farther before...
  • Page 194 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY) INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY) The vehicle’s fuses are contained in The primary and secondary under- three fuse boxes. hood fuse boxes are in the engine compartment on the driver’s side. The interior fuse box is underneath the steering column.
  • Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses BLOWN FUSE If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.
  • Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle If the replacement fuse of the When the audio system is disabled, without fixing the problem, and you same rating blows in a short time, the clock setting in the audio system will be canceled.

  • Page 197: Fuse Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations No. Amps. Circuits Protected PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX 20 A Condenser Fan 10 A Small Light 10 A 20 A Cooling Fan 10 A Hazard 15 A FI ECU 15 A Horn, Stop 20 A ABS F/S 10 A...
  • Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations No. Amps. Circuits Protected INTERIOR FUSE BOX 7.5 A Power Window Relay Not Used Accessory, Radio 7.5 A 15 A Ignition Coil EX 7.5 A Meter 7.5 A (7.5 A) (Daytime running lights ) 10 A 10 A Remote Control Mirrors...

  • Page 199: Emergency Towing

    Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must With the front wheels on the ground, call a professional towing service or be towed with the front wheels on it is best to tow the vehicle no farther organization.
  • Page 200 Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If you decide to tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, make sure you use a properly- designed and attached tow bar. Prepare the vehicle for towing as described above, and leave the ignition switch in Accessory (I) so the steering wheel does not lock.

  • Page 201: Technical Information

    Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your vehicle, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.

  • Page 202: Identification Numbers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
  • Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. ENGINE NUMBER The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. The IMA Motor Number is stamped on the motor housing. TRANSMISSION NUMBER IMA MOTOR...

  • Page 204: Specifications

    Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 174.8 in (4,440 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 67.5 in (1,715 mm) ULEV 13.2 US gal (50 ) Height 56.3 in (1,430 mm) AT-PZEV 11.9 US gal (45 ) Wheelbase 103.1 in (2,620 mm) Engine Change Track...
  • Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Interior See page or the fuse label Charge quantity 17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g) attached to the inside of the fuse Lubricant oil type SP-10 box door under the steering column.
  • Page 206 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
  • Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not over- tire’s resistance to the generation of loaded.

  • Page 208: Tire Labeling

    Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Rim diameter in inches. FW6X Tire type code. have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described Load index (a numerical code 2202 Date of manufacture.

  • Page 209: Emissions Controls

    ‘‘smog.’’ canister while the engine is off. After Carbon monoxide does not contri- In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine poisonous gas.
  • Page 210 HC, CO, and NOx produced. Honda replacement parts or their amount of HC, CO, and NOx that equivalent for repairs. Using lower comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust...

  • Page 211: Three Way Catalytic Converter

    The catalytic converter is referred to running properly. as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER The three way catalytic converter...

  • Page 212: State Emissions Testing

    Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes Make sure the vehicle has been the cruise control. When traffic If you take your vehicle for a state parked with the engine off for 8 allows, drive for 90 seconds emissions test shortly after the hours or more.
  • Page 213 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ..Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals .....

  • Page 214: Customer Service Information

    P.O. Box 190816 U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the San Juan, PR 00919-0816 problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Honda Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 250-4327 Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7A vehicle to you...

  • Page 215: Warranty Coverages

    Restrictions and exclusions apply to Emissions Control Systems Defects Accessory Limited Warranty Honda Accessories are covered all these warranties. Please read the Warranty and Emissions these two under this warranty. Time and 2005 Honda Warranty Information Performance Warranty warranties cover your vehicle’s...
  • Page 216 NHTSA, U.S. Department of Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or other information about motor American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

  • Page 217: Authorized Manuals

    Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Valid only for sales within the United States. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...
  • Page 218 Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
  • Page 219 Main Menu Index Anti-theft, Audio System ....Beverage Holder ......Booster Seats ........Anti-theft Steering Column Accessories ........Lock ..........Brakes ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Audio System ........Anti-lock System (ABS) ... Break-in, New Linings ..... Position) ........Auto Idle Stop ......
  • Page 220 Main Menu Index Bulb Replacement Checklist, Before Driving .... Crankcase Emissions Control Turn Signal Lights ....Child Safety ........System ........Bulbs, Halogen ......Booster Seats ......Cruise Control Indicator ....Child Seats ........Cruise Control Operation .... Important Safety Reminders ..
  • Page 221 Main Menu Index Disposal of Used Oil ..... Malfunction Indicator Lamp . Doors Overheated Engine ....Locking and Unlocking ....Emergency Brake ......Fan, Interior ........Power Door Locks ...... Emergency Flashers ...... Features, ......... DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Emergency Towing ......
  • Page 222 Main Menu Index Fuel ..........Timing Control System .... Fill Door and Cap ................. Halogen Headlight Bulbs ..... Gauge ........... Important Safety Precautions ..Octane Requirement ....Hazard Warning Flashers ....Indicators ......... Headlights Low Fuel Indicator ..... Auto Idle Stop ....
  • Page 223 Main Menu Index Indicators, Instrument Panel ..Infant Restraint ....... Infant Seats Label, Certification ....... Maintenance ........LATCH Anchorage System ..Lane Change, Signaling ....Owner’s Maintenance Lower Anchors ......Lap/Shoulder Belts ....14, Checks ........Tether Anchors ......LATCH Anchorage System ...
  • Page 224 Main Menu Index Parking Brake and Brake Readiness Codes ....190, System Indicator ....54, Rear Lights, Bulb Octance Requirement, Gasoline .112 Parking Lights ......... Replacement ...... . 161, Odometer ......... Parking Over Things that Burn . Rear View Mirror ......
  • Page 225 Main Menu Index Rotation, Tire ........ Service Manual ......How Your Front Airbags Service Station Procedures ..Work ......... Setting the Clock ......How Your Side Airbags Work . Shift Lever Position Indicators . SRS Components ......Safety Belts ........
  • Page 226 Main Menu Index DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Opening ........Inflation ........Open Monitor Light ....Taillights, Changing Inspection ........Turn Signals ........Bulbs .......... Maintenance ......Taking Care of the Unexpected . Replacing ........Tape Player ........Rotating ........Technical Descriptions Snow ...........
  • Page 227 Main Menu Index : U.S. only WARNING, Explanation of .... Warning Labels, Location of ..Warranty Coverrages ....213 Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level ..Indicator ........Operation ........Wheels Adjusting the Steering ....Alignment and Balance .... Compact Spare ......

  • Page 228: Service Information Summary

    Gasoline: Automatic Transmission Fluid Brake Fluid: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane (CVT): Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid number of 86 or higher. Use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or Transmission Fluid) only DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary...

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