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2006 Civic GX Online Reference Owner's Manual Supplement
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.
Refer to 2006 Civic Sedan Owner's Manual for topics not covered.
Contents
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Controls.............................................................................................................................3
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
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What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new car, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving.............................................................................................................................................................14
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance...................................................................................................................................................16
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your car to the dealer.
Unexpected.................................................................................................................27
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Information.................................................................................................................................32
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
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How to order manuals and other technical literature.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    2006 Civic GX Online Reference Owner's Manual Supplement 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. Refer to 2006 Civic Sedan Owner's Manual for topics not covered.
  • Page 2: Owner's Identification Form

    ADDRESS The information and specifications STREET included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ reserves the right, however, to POSTAL CODE V.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Main Menu Introduction Your Civic GX runs on compressed You will find important safety natural gas (CNG), a highly information in this supplement and pressurized version of the same in the owner’s manual. This clean-burning natural gas used in information alerts you to potential many homes.
  • Page 4: Instruments And Controls

    MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP there is a problem in the fuel system. If this happens, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer as soon as possible. Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem. Avoid full- throttle acceleration and driving at high speed.
  • Page 5: Instrument Panel Indicators

    Have the vehicle checked by an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer as soon as possible. This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
  • Page 6 Main Menu Gauges, Rear Seat Fuel Gauge The gauge may show slightly more Rear Seat or less than the actual amount. The Unlike the standard Civic, the seat- LOWER ‘‘F’’ MARK outside temperature, fill method, and back cannot be folded down. ambient conditions may affect the pressure and temperature of the natural gas.
  • Page 7 The CNG system in your vehicle, Honda Civic GX dealer. including the tank and hoses, has been designed to hold gas at this pressure. It has also been tested for safety.
  • Page 8: Before Driving

    Main Menu Fuel, Refueling Procedure CNG Identification Refueling Procedure When refueling, you should use a There are two methods of refueling, fuel fill nozzle that complies with CNG LABEL fast filling or slow filling. ANSI/AGA NGV-1-1994 standards. Nozzles are designed according to Fast filling is normally used in fuel their maximum fill pressure: P24 for stations for natural gas vehicles.
  • Page 9: Refueling Procedure

    Main Menu Refueling Procedure Filling the Fuel Tank The refueling procedure can vary FUEL Push RECEPTACLE with the refueling station. The following steps explain the typical refueling procedure with fast fill equipment. With slow fill equipment, or other types of refueling equipment, follow the instructions on the equipment.
  • Page 10 If it continues to leak, have an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer inspect the sealing O-ring in the receptacle. It may be missing, Securely connect the CNG fill Turn the lever until the arrows on damaged, or worn.
  • Page 11 Main Menu Refueling Procedure If dirt or other debris are adhering to If you do not close the lid, the fuel Refueling Station Information the inside of the fuel receptacle, gas gauge on the instrument panel will To obtain information about the may leak out after refueling.
  • Page 12: Fuel System Components

    Fuel system components in the Civic GX comply with NFPA-52 standards. Your vehicle is equipped with genuine Honda component parts that have been designed and approved for use in a compressed natural gas vehicle. Never modify or replace any...
  • Page 13 We by an authorized Honda Civic recommend that you locate this GX dealer, or a qualified NGV valve so you can find it quickly.
  • Page 14: Carrying Cargo

    Main Menu Carrying Cargo The maximum load for your vehicle Steps for determining correct load The fuel tank is located in the trunk, is 850 lbs. This figure includes the limit: with a partition between the fuel total weight of all occupants, cargo, tank and the cargo space.
  • Page 15: Starting The Engine

    Main Menu Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the outside temperature is below 4°F ( 20°C), the engine may be In cold weather, turn off all harder to start or may not start. In The immobilizer system protects your electrical accessories to reduce this case, use the starting vehicle f rom thef t.
  • Page 16: Driving

    Main Menu Starting the Engine, Towing a Trailer Starting in Cold Weather at High Push the accelerator pedal half- Towing a Trailer Altitude (Above 5,000 feet/ way to the floor and hold it there Your vehicle is not designed to tow a 1,600 meters) while starting the engine.
  • Page 17: Maintenance Minder

    Whenever fuel system maintenance is required, take your vehicle to an authorized Honda Civic The maintenance minder assumes GX dealer, or a qualified NGV you will use your vehicle as normal technician.
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    Main Menu Maintenance Minder Engine Oil Life Display The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items SEL/RESET BUTTON required at the time of the oil change. MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL LIFE ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY ITEM CODE(S) INDICATOR To see the current engine oil life,...
  • Page 19 Honda Your authorized Honda dealer service history booklet. Check your knows your vehicle best and can...
  • Page 20 Main Menu Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items Replace engine oil Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace fuel filter element (low pressure) If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 Drain fuel filter (high pressure) miles (24,000 km).
  • Page 21: Maintenance Record

    You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed, record the mileage, circle the coded item(s) completed, and write in any other non-coded items (such as brake fluid replacement) below the codes. Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. Maintenance can also be recorded in your Honda service history booklet. Mileage...
  • Page 22 Main Menu Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date Maintenance...
  • Page 23 Main Menu Engine Oil, Engine Coolant Engine Oil 5W-20 oil is formulated for year- Engine Coolant The SAE number tells you the oil’s round protection of your vehicle, to Refer to the Civic Sedan owner’s viscosity or weight. Select the oil for improve cold weather starting, and manual for engine coolant checking your vehicle according to this chart.
  • Page 24: Fuel Tank

    NHTSA FMVSS 304. The fuel tank should be inspected every 3 years after its production date. Have a qualified Honda Civic GX dealer or a qualified NGV technician inspect the fuel tank for damage or leaks. You should also have the fuel tank inspected after a collision.
  • Page 25 Main Menu Fuel Tank, Tires FUEL TANK Tires The recommended cold tire pressure for most normal driving conditions is shown below. Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front/Rear: P195/65R15 89H 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) The compact spare tire pressure is: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) These pressures are also given on...
  • Page 26 Main Menu Lights Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb TRUNK LINING SOCKET SCREW FASTENER BULB Open the trunk. Pull the upper edge of the trunk Remove the socket from the light lining down. assembly by turning it one-quarter Remove the screw from the center turn counterclockwise.
  • Page 27 Main Menu Lights, Storing Your Vehicle Reinstall the socket. Turn it Storing Your Vehicle After storing your vehicle for an clockwise until it locks. Make sure If you need to park your vehicle for extended period, and before starting the new bulb is working. an extended period, refer to Storing the engine for the first time, open...
  • Page 28: Taking Care Of The Unexpected

    Main Menu Changing a Flat Tire To change a flat tire, follow the Removing the Spare Tire instructions in the Civic Sedan TOOL KIT TRUNK owner’s manual. To remove the TOOL TRUNK FLOOR FLOOR CASE spare tire from the trunk and to store the flat tire, follow the instructions on this and the next page.
  • Page 29: Changing A Flat Tire

    Main Menu Changing a Flat Tire Storing a Flat Tire TRUNK LINING JACK RUBBER CAP TRUNK LINING TRUNK FLOOR Bend the lower part of the trunk Turn the jack’s end Raise the trunk floor and the lower lining upward and take the spare counterclockwise to loosen it, then part of the trunk lining as shown.
  • Page 30 Main Menu Changing a Flat Tire, If the Fuel System Has a Leak To secure the tire, insert the wing If the Fuel System Has a Leak bolt through the hole in the center You may detect a slight natural gas SUPPORT PLATE of the wheel and the trunk lining, odor for a few moments after...
  • Page 31 Turn the ignition switch to the have your vehicle towed to an LOCK (0) position. authorized Honda Civic GX dealer (see Emergency Towing in the Turn the manual shutoff valve to Civic Sedan owner’s manual).
  • Page 32: Fuse Locations

    Main Menu Fuses, Fuse Locations Fuses Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected To check and replace fuses, follow the instructions in the Civic Sedan owner’s manual. 7.5 A Left Headlight Low Power Window 10 A Since your vehicle’s interior fuses Headlight High Main 15 A Fuel Pump...
  • Page 33 Main Menu Specifications Dimensions Capacities 176.7 in (4,489 mm) Length Fuel tank service pressure 3,600 psi (24,800 kPa) at 70°F Width 69.0 in (1,752 mm) (21°C) Height 56.5 in (1,435 mm) Fuel tank capacity 3,000 psi: 7.2 gasoline gallons Wheelbase 106.3 in (2,700 mm) equivalent (GGE) Track...
  • Page 34: Technical Information

    Main Menu Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses HFC-134a (R-134a) Refrigerant type Interior See page or the fuse label Charge quantity 14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g) attached to the driver’s lower Lubricant oil type SP-10 corner panel. Under-hood Fuses in the Civic Sedan Lights owner’s manual.
  • Page 35: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)

    $75.00 Detach and mail the order form on the right half of this page Service Manual Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 61SNA02 2006 Civic GX 4 Door $35.00 (credit card orders only) Go online at www. helminc. com Service Manual Supplement If you are interested in other years or models, contact Helm Inc.
  • Page 36 Main Menu Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 (NOTE: For Credit Card Holder Orders Only) Monday-Friday 8:00 A.M. 6:00 P.M. EST MINIMUM CREDIT CARD PURCHASE $10.00 By completing this form you can order the materials desired.
  • Page 37: Main Menu

    Main Menu Authorized Manuals NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown below for a quotation. Attention Customer Name Apartment Number...

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