Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................

A Few Words About Safety ..........................................................................................................................

Your Vehicle at a Glance

Driver and Passenger Safety

Important information about proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of Supplemental

Restraint System, and valuable information on how to protect children with child restraints.

Instruments and

Controls...........................................................................................................................49

Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use controls on

the dashboard and steering column.

Comfort and Convenience

How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other convenience

features.

Before Driving

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What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.

Driving...........................................................................................................................................................127

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park.

Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................143

The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer. There is also

a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them.

Taking Care of the

This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them.

Technical

Information...............................................................................................................................201

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only)

A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us for any reason. Refer to

your warranty manual for detailed information.

Authorized Manuals (U.S.

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index .................................................................................................................................................................

Service Information Summary

A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

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Features.........................................................................................................87

Unexpected...............................................................................................................177

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Contents

Chapters

Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for Honda Civic Hybrid 2004

Page 1: Table Of Contents
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) .............213 A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us for any reason. Refer to your warranty manual for detailed information. Authorized Manuals (U.S.
Page 2: Owner's Identification Form
The information and specifications included CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., POSTAL CODE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to V. I. N. discontinue or change specifications or...
Page 3: Introduction
This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to information is intended to help you read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your Honda, other convenience items.
Page 4: A Few Words About Safety
A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility. Safety Labels on the vehicle. Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of...
Page 5: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL (P. 51) AIRBAGS (P. 10, 22) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 73) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 79) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P. 115) TRUNK RELEASE HOOD RELEASE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 74) (P.
Page 6 Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 67) (P. 66) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 65) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P. 109) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 94) DIGITAL CLOCK (P. 108) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 68) ECON BUTTON (P. 89) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.
Page 8: Driver And Passenger Safety
Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important 7. Maintain a Proper Sitting All Children Should Sit in the information about how to protect Position ........ Back Seat ......... yourself and your passengers. It Advice for Pregnant Women ..The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts Additional Safety Precautions .
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety can use the belt properly without a Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this booster (see page Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. crash injuries and deaths. Generally, The recommendations on this page Be Aware of Airbag Hazards the higher the speed the greater the...
Page 10 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 safety 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 11 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features However, you and your passengers Seat Belts Why Wear Seat Belts can’t take full advantage of these Your vehicle is equipped with seat Seat belts are the single most safety features unless you remain belts in all seating positions. effective safety device for adults and sitting in a proper position and larger children (Infants and smaller...
Page 12 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Of course, seat belts cannot against the inside of the vehicle completely protect you in every and against other occupants. crash. But in most cases, seat belts Not wearing a seat belt properly can reduce your risk of serious increases the chance of serious Keep you from being thrown out...
Page 13 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags The most important things you need to know about your airbags are: Airbags do not replace seat belts. They are designed to supplement the seat belts. Airbags offer no protection in rear impacts, or minor frontal or side collisions.
Page 14: Protecting Adults And Teens
Protecting Adults and Teens The rest of this section gives more Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats detailed information about how you After everyone has entered the can maximize your safety. vehicle, be sure the doors are closed and locked.
Page 15 Protecting Adults and Teens The National Highway Traffic Safety Once your seat is adjusted correctly, Administration and Transport rock it back and forth to make sure Canada recommend that drivers the seat is locked into position. See Sitting too close to a front allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) page for how to adjust the front...
Page 16 Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Seat-Backs Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant’s chest Reclining the seat-back too far reduces the protective capability of can result in serious injury or the belt.
Page 17 Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Fasten and Position the Lap/ Shoulder Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, Improperly positioning head then tug on the belt to make sure the restraints reduces their belt is securely latched. Also check effectiveness and you can be that the belt is not twisted, because a seriously injured in a crash.
Page 18 Protecting Adults and Teens If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder, you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height. Never place the shoulder portion of a lap/shoulder belt under your arm or This could cause behind your back.
Page 19 Have your Honda dealer check the vehicle is parked and the engine is belt as soon as possible. off.
Page 20 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 control of the vehicle.
Page 21 Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects On models with side airbags, do Two people should never use the between yourself and a front not attach hard objects on or near If they do, they Carrying hard or sharp If a side airbag same seat belt.
Page 22: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
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 positions.
Page 23 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 far as needed.
Page 24 Honda provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts for U.S. models. See your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details.
Page 25: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components A sophisticated electronic system How Your Front Airbags Work Your airbag system includes: that continually monitors and records information about the Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint sensors, the control unit, the System) front airbags. The driver’s airbag activators, and driver and airbag is stored in the center of front passenger seat belt use when...
Page 26 Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt The total time for inflation and restrains your lower body and torso, deflation is one-tenth of a second, so and the airbag helps protect your fast that most occupants are not head and chest.
Page 27 Additional Information About Your Airbags Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags. Airbags with this inflation stages that can be ignited feature have two deployment sequentially or simultaneously, thresholds that depend on whether depending on crash severity.
Page 28 Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Airbags Work To get the best protection from the (On models equipped) side airbags, front seat occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats. The passenger’s side airbag has a cutoff system designed to turn off the passenger’s front airbag if a child’s head is in the airbag’s...
Page 29 Additional Information About Your Airbags How the SRS Indicator Works If the indicator comes on at any other time, or does not come on at all, The SRS indicator alerts you to a potential problem you should have the system checked Ignoring the SRS indicator light with your front airbags, see side by your dealer.
Page 30 ON (II), the indicator should light briefly and go out. If it doesn’t light, Although Honda does not encourage stays on, or comes on while driving children to ride in front, this system without a passenger in the front seat, is designed to shut off the side have the system checked.
Page 31 If water or another liquid to liquid. any airbag by yourself. This must soaks into a seat-back, it can be done by a Honda dealer or a prevent the side airbag cutoff knowledgeable body shop. system from working properly. The SRS indicator alerts you to a Take your vehicle to an problem.
Page 32: Protecting Children
Protecting Children General Guidelines If you have children, or if you ever need to drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. Children who are unrestrained It begins with important general or improperly restrained can be guidelines, then presents special seriously injured or killed in a information for infants, small...
Page 33: Protecting Children General Guidelines
Protecting Children General Guidelines Infants and small children must be Children who ride in back are less Small Children likely to be injured by striking restrained in an approved child seat Placing a forward-facing child seat in interior vehicle parts during a that is properly secured to the the front seat of a vehicle equipped (see pages...
Page 34 Protecting Children General Guidelines U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger’s To remind you of the front airbag front airbag hazards, and that hazards, your vehicle has warning children must be properly restrained labels on the driver’s and front in the back seat, your vehicle has passenger’s visors.
Page 35 Protecting Children General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Children Attention Many parents say they prefer to put Your vehicle has three seating positions in the back seat where an infant or small child in the front children can be properly restrained.
Page 36 Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Do not leave children alone in a Keep vehicle keys and remote Never hold an infant or child on vehicle. Leaving children without transmitters out of the reach of your lap. If you are not wearing a adult supervision is illegal in most children.
Page 37: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Child Seat Placement In this vehicle, a rear-facing child Child Seat Type seat can be placed in any seating Placing a rear-facing child seat position in the back seat, but not in in the front seat can result in the front.
Page 38 Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small If it is necessary to put a forward- child stay in the child seat as long as facing child seat in the front, move Child Seat Type possible, until the child reaches the the vehicle seat as far to the rear as weight or height limit for the seat.
Page 39 Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need In seating positions and vehicles not Before purchasing a conventional to choose between a conventional equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- child seat, or using a previously child seat, or one designed for use purchased one, we recommend that compatible child seat can be installed with the Lower Anchors and Tethers...
Page 40: Installing A Child Seat
Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat, A child seat secured with a seat belt The following pages provide and a good place to install the seat, should be installed as firmly as guidelines on how to properly install there are three main steps in possible.
Page 41 Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Using To install a LATCH-compatible child MARKS LATCH seat: Your vehicle is equipped with Move the seat belt buckle or LATCH (Lower Anchors and tongue away from the lower Tethers for Children) at the outer anchors.
Page 42 Installing a Child Seat TETHER STRAP HOOK Front ANCHORAGE POINT Rigid type Flexible type Place the child seat on the vehicle Other LATCH-compatible seats have Attach the tether strap hook to the seat, and attach the seat to the a flexible-type connection as shown tether anchor, then tighten the lower anchors according to the above.
Page 43 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. In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in the back seating positions, and in the front passenger seat, have a locking mechanism that must be activated to...
Page 44 Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether COVER After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat ANCHORAGE POINT locked, then grab the shoulder forward and from side to side to part of the belt near the buckle verify that it is firmly secured.
Page 45 Installing a Child Seat, Protecting Larger Children Using an Outer Anchorage Point Using the Center Anchorage Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Point recommended weight or height limit TETHER STRAP HOOK Front TETHER STRAP for a forward-facing child seat, the Front HOOK child should sit in a back seat on a...
Page 46: Protecting Larger Children
Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat between the child’s neck and arm? Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs? Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip? If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear...
Page 47 Protecting Larger Children Some states also require children to A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front use a booster until they reach a seat until the tops of their ears are The National Highway Traffic Safety given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or Administration and Transport even with the top of the vehicle’s or...
Page 48 Protecting Larger Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions ride up front, be sure to: while age may be one indicator of Do not let a child wear a seat belt This could result in when a child can safely ride in the across the neck.
Page 49: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk lid open, air flow can carbon monoxide gas. You should pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. monoxide entering the vehicle in condition.
Page 50: Safety Labels
U.S. models U.S. models only hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. Canadian models RADIATOR CAP CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 51 Safety Labels HOOD On models without side airbags On models with side airbags Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 52: Instruments And Controls
Instrument Panel ......Door Locks ........contribute to the daily operation of Gauges ..........Power Door Locks ...... your Honda. All the essential Odometer ........Childproof Door Locks ....controls are within easy reach. Trip Meter ........Trunk ...........
Page 53: Control Locations
Control Locations HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 88) (P. 81) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 73) AUDIO SYSTEM CRUISE CONTROL (P. 94) MASTER SWITCH DIGITAL CLOCK (P. 109) (P. 108) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES ACCESSORY POWER (P. 79) SOCKET (P. 85) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE CRUISE CONTROL SWITCHES HOOD RELEASE...
Page 54: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Automatic Transmission(CVT) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE (P. 56) SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P. 54) (P. 56) MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR SEAT BELT INDICATOR (P. 58) (P. 53) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 53) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.
Page 55: Manual Transmission
Instrument Panel Manual Transmission HIGH BEAM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE (P. 56) SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P. 54) (P. 56) MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR SEAT BELT INDICATOR (P. 58) (P. 53) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 53) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.
Page 56 Instrument Panel 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 Only on models equipped with side turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If airbags it comes on at any other time, it This indicator comes on when you...
Page 57 Instrument Panel Charging System Parking Brake Anti-lock Brake System U.S. Canada Indicator and Brake (ABS) Indicator If this indicator comes on when the System If equipped engine is running, the 12 volt battery This indicator normally comes on for Indicator is not being charged.
Page 58 Instrument Panel Electric Power Steering If you drive with the system IMA System Indicator (EPS) Indicator overheated continuously or This indicator normally comes on This indicator normally comes on for repeatedly, this can damage the when you turn the ignition to ON (II) power steering system.
Page 59 Instrument Panel Turn Signal and High Beam Indicator Trunk-open Indicator Hazard Warning Indicators This indicator comes on with the This indicator comes on if the trunk high beam headlights. See page The left or right turn signal indicator lid is not closed tightly. for information on the headlight blinks when you signal a lane change or turn.
Page 60 Instrument Panel ‘‘Daytime Running Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators Lights’’ Indicator Manual Transmission See page Canadian models only This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) Shift Lever Position Indicator with the headlight switch off and the Automatic Transmission (CVT) parking brake set.
Page 61 Press and hold the Select/Reset maintenance. If this maintenance is knob in the instrument panel, then not done by a Honda dealer, reset turn the ignition switch to ON (II). the light as follows. Hold the knob for about ten Turn off the engine.
Page 62 Gauges Automatic Transmission (CVT) is shown 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 The U.S. instrument panel is shown Instruments and Controls...
Page 63 Gauges The odometer and the trip meters There are two trip meters: Trip A Trip Mileage and Trip B. Each trip meter works use the same display. Switch these displays by pressing the Select/ independently, so you can keep track TRIP MILEAGE (TRIPA) Reset knob.
Page 64 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 (automatic) and the parking brake...
Page 65 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, becomes deteriorated, the IMA...
Page 66 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 CHARGE IMA ASSIST protect the battery. This disables the engine’s coolant. During normal GAUGE GAUGE IMA assist and Auto Idle Stop, even...
Page 67: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/ HAZARD WARNING TURN SIGNALS BUTTON CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER ECON BUTTON HORN MIRROR CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL CRUISE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT SWITCHES Instruments and Controls...
Page 68: Windshield Wipers And Washers
Windshield Wipers and Washers Push the right lever up or down to Windshield Washer 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. The wipers speed until you release the lever.
Page 69: Turn Signal And Headlights
Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the High Beams To turn on, push left lever to signal a left turn and up the lever forward until you hear a to signal a right turn. To signal a lane click.
Page 70 Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button Instrument Panel Brightness values five seconds after you stop Hazard Warning Button adjusting the knob. Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off, and also with the headlight switch on. To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to...
Page 71: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.
Page 72: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Steering Wheel Adjustment See page for important safety Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position. information about how to properly position the steering wheel. Make sure you have securely Make any steering wheel adjustment locked the steering wheel in place before you start driving.
Page 73: 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 74: Immobilizer System
If you have lost your key and cannot seconds, then go out. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system start your engine, contact a Honda Changes or modifications not expressly does not recognize the coding of the dealer.
Page 75: Ignition Switch
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 you turn the key.
Page 76: Door Locks
Door Locks Door Locks Power Door Locks Childproof Door Locks Unlock Unlock Lock LEVER Lock MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Each door has a lock tab on the top. All doors lock when you push down The childproof door locks are Push the tab down to lock the door the lock tab on the driver’s door, or designed to prevent children seated...
Page 77: Emergency Trunk Opener
Door Locks 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 78: Remote Transmitter
If you lose a transmitter, the about one second to attract attention; replacement needs to be the horn will sound and the exterior reprogrammed by a Honda dealer. PANIC BUTTON lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any...
Page 79 Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter To replace the battery, move the As required by the FCC: round cover on the back of the Battery This device complies with Part 15 of the transmitter by turning it FCC rules. Operation is subject to the counterclockwise with a coin.
Page 80 Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all 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 the seat cushion’s front edge.
Page 81 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 effective when you adjust them so properly position the head restraints.
Page 82: Power Windows
Power Windows The master control panel also con- DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH tains these extra features: Closing a power window on AUTO To open the driver’s someone’s hands or fingers can window fully, push the window cause serious injury. switch firmly down and release it. The window automatically goes all Make sure your passengers are the way down.
Page 83 Power Windows The light in the AUTO switch comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). The MAIN switch controls power to the passengers’ windows. When you push in the MAIN switch, the passengers’ windows cannot be raised or lowered.
Page 84 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. This turns off the adjustment switch so you can’t move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the switch.
Page 85: Mirrors, Parking Brake
Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake NOTICE: Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the HEATED MIRROR BUTTON 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 86: Interior Lights
Interior Lights Ceiling Light Individual Interior Lights The lights around the ignition switch come on when you open any door. DOOR ACTIVATED FRONT After you close the door, the ignition switch light stays on for several seconds. The ceiling light has a three-position Push on the spotlight lenses to turn switch;...
Page 87: Interior Convenience Items
Interior Convenience Items VANITY MIRROR CONSOLE COMPARTMENT COIN BOX CENTER POCKET COAT HOOK ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX BEVERAGE HOLDER Instruments and Controls...
Page 88 Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Glove Box Console Compartment Be careful when you are using the Open the glove box by squeezing the beverage holders. A spilled liquid handle. Close it with a firm push. LEVER that is very hot can scald you or your passengers.
Page 90: Comfort And Convenience Features
Comfort and Convenience Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....88 systems in your Honda provide a Playing the Radio ......94 comfortable driving environment in Radio Reception ......97 all weather conditions.
Page 91: Features
Vents, Heating, and A/C MODE CONTROL DIAL ECON BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON FAN CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 92: Features
Vents, Heating, and A/C Manual Operation ECON Button If the fan control dial is off, the You can manually set the system When the ECON button is on: ECON button will not turn on or off, controls for ventilation, air The indicator comes on.
Page 93: Features
Vents, Heating, and A/C Fan Control Dial The outside air intakes for the Air flows from the center heating and cooling system are at Turn this dial to control fan speed and corner vents in the dashboard. the base of the windshield. Keep this and the air flow.
Page 94: Features
Vents, Heating, and A/C In AUTO mode, the system controls Select and Fresh Air mode. If the interior is very warm, you can the air flow direction automatically cool it down more rapidly by partially Set the fan to the desired speed. between the dashboard vents and opening the windows, turning on the Adjust the warmth of the air with...
Page 95: Features
Vents, Heating, and A/C Automatic Operation To heat or cool the interior faster, To use the heating and cooling select Recirculation mode and set system in automatic mode, set the the temperature control dial to the system as follows. upper or lower limit. Set the fan control dial to AUTO.
Page 96: Before Driving
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 97: Features
Playing the Radio ST INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON A.SEL INDICATOR SCAN INDICATOR A.SEL BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SEEK BAR PWR/VOL KNOB PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 98 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. The SEEK function SEEK frequencies on FM. Turn the system on by pushing the searches up and down from the PWR/VOL knob or the AM/FM...
Page 99: Features
Playing the Radio AUTO SELECT If you are To turn off Auto Select, press the Balance/Fader These two traveling far from home and can no A. SEL button. This restores the modes adjust the strength of the longer receive your preset stations, presets you originally set.
Page 100: Features
Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your Honda’s radio can receive the How well your Honda’s radio complete AM and FM bands. receives stations is dependent on Those bands cover these frequen- many factors, such as the distance cies: from the station’s transmitter,...
Page 101: Features
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 102: Features
Playing a CD CD BUTTON RPT INDICATOR RDM BUTTON CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK/SKIP BAR RDM INDICATOR RPT BUTTON Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 103: Features
Playing a CD, CD Changer To Play a CD button. You will see RPT in the the CD will stay in the drive. When With the ignition in the display. Press the RPT button again you turn the system back on, the CD ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, to turn it off.
Page 104: Features
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. and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep CDs out of direct When recording a CD-R, the sunlight and extreme heat.
Page 105: Features
If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD. your vehicle to a Honda dealer. FOCUS Error Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player.
Page 106: Features
If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the magazine eject button and pull it out, your vehicle to a Honda dealer. check for an error message, and insert the FOCUS Error magazine again.
Page 107: Features
Playing a Tape TAPE BUTTON FF BUTTON RPT INDICATOR REW BUTTON DOLBY INDICATOR PWR/VOL KNOB PLAY/PROG BUTTON RPT BUTTON SKIP BAR NR BUTTON Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 108: Features
Playing a Tape To Play a Tape Dolby noise reduction turns on To switch to the radio or CD player Optional when you insert a tape. The while a tape is playing, press the indicator will light in the The ignition switch must be in the AM/FM or CD/TAPE button.
Page 109: Features
Your Honda dealer has a cleaning kit available. Use 100-minute or shorter tapes. Tapes longer than that may break or jam the drive.
Page 110: Features
Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system will If your vehicle’s battery is discon- If the code card is lost, a Honda dealer can access your code with disable itself if it is disconnected nected or goes dead, the audio from electrical power for any reason.
Page 111: Features
Setting the Clock You can quickly set the time to the CLOCK (SCAN/RPT) BUTTON nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, press and hold 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 112: Features
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 accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
Page 113: Features
Cruise Control The cruise control may not hold the Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising set speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: down hills. If your speed increases speed in any of these ways: going down a hill, use the brakes to Press and hold the SET/decel...
Page 114: Features
Cruise Control Even with the cruise control turned Cancelling the Cruise Control When you push the CANCEL button, on, you can still use the accelerator You can cancel the cruise control in or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the pedal to speed up for passing.
Page 116: Before Driving
Before Driving Before you begin driving your Honda, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline Type ....... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Fuel Economy .......
Page 117 Break-in Period Gasoline Type Use of gasoline with these additives Help assure your vehicle’s future Your Honda 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 118 Service Station Procedures Fueling Gasoline is highly flammable TETHER END and explosive. You can be Push burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flames away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately. FUEL FILL CAP TETHER Park with the driver’s side closest...
Page 119 Service Station Procedures Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Do not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave HOLDER some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes. If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery...
Page 120 Service Station Procedures Opening the Hood To Close the Hood LATCH GRIP HOOD RELEASE HANDLE SUPPORT ROD CLIP Park the vehicle, and set the If the hood latch handle moves Lift it up slightly to remove the parking brake. Pull the hood stiffly, or if you can open the hood support rod from the hole.
Page 121 Adding Oil on page coolant. Insert it all the way back in its tube. Refer to Owner’s Maintenance Checks on page for information on checking other items in your Honda. Before Driving...
Page 122: Fuel Economy
By less fuel. This oil is available at shifting as soon as the indicator your Honda dealer. comes on, you will keep the engine operating in its most economical The build-up of snow or mud on range.
Page 123 Fuel Economy If air conditioning is needed, you can You may notice that using the A/C save some fuel by using the A/C in causes a greater drop in fuel ‘‘ECON’’ mode. When the outside economy than you are used to in temperature is above freezing, this other vehicles.
Page 124: Accessories And Modifications
Be sure electronic accessories do crash in which you can be hurt Accessories not overload electrical circuits or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories (see page ) or interfere with that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this proper operation.
Page 125 If you plan to modify your vehicle, or other raised objects, which consult your Honda dealer. could cause the airbags to deploy. Raising your vehicle with an aftermarket suspension kit can affect the handling and stability.
Page 126: Carrying Cargo
Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET Glove box CENTER POCKET Front door and seat-back pockets Console compartment Trunk Center pocket However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
Page 127 Carrying Cargo The maximum load for your vehicle For example, if there will be four 150 Carrying Items in the Passenger is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure lbs (70 kg) occupants in your vehicle, Compartment Store or secure all items that could includes total weight of all occupants, the amount of available cargo and cargo, and accessories.
Page 128 Carrying Cargo Carrying Cargo in the Trunk Air Intake Do not spill any liquids over the air intake and also do not put any small Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk, placing the AIR INTAKE foreign objects in it. This may heaviest items on the bottom and damage the IMA battery and the as far forward as possible.
Page 130: Driving
Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ....... conditions, and how to operate the 5-speed Manual Transmission ..5-speed manual and automatic Automatic Transmission (CVT) . transmissions. It also includes impor- Parking ...........
Page 131: Preparing To Drive
Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check that any items you may be Fasten your seat belt. Check that and adjustments every day before carrying are stored properly or your passengers have fastened fastened down securely. their seat belts (see page you drive your vehicle.
Page 132: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine does not start within Starting in Cold Weather 15 seconds, or starts but stalls In cold weather, conventional starter In cold weather, turn off all right away, repeat step 4 with the is used instead of the IMA system electrical accessories to reduce accelerator pedal pressed halfway...
Page 133: Speed Manual Transmission
5-speed 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 134 5-speed 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 135 5-speed Manual Transmission Auto Idle Stop Indicator restart the engine with the ignition Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators switch when this light 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 136 Avoid for more precise operation and rapid acceleration and have the trans- better fuel economy. mission checked by a Honda dealer as soon as possible. These indicators on the instrument panel show which position the shift lever is in.
Page 137 Automatic Transmission (CVT) Shift Lever Positions To shift from: Do this: If you have done all of the above and P to R Press the brake pedal and still cannot move the lever out of SHIFT LEVER press the release button. Park, see Shift Lock Release page...
Page 138 Automatic Transmission (CVT) Reverse (R) Press the brake Second (S) Selecting Second Engine Speed Limiter pedal and press the release button to shifts the transmission into a lower When the vehicle reaches the the front of shift lever to shift from range of ratios for better maximum speed in any shift position, Park to Reverse.
Page 139 Park to Neutral. restart the engine. If you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have it checked by a Honda dealer. Driving...
Page 140 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. function.
Page 141 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. With the driver’s door open, you will hear a continuous beep even if the Auto Idle Stop function is...
Page 142 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 143: Braking System
Braking System Your Honda is equipped with front Check the brakes after driving etc.). If one circuit should develop a through deep water. Apply the disc brakes. The brakes on the rear problem, you will still have braking wheels are drum. A power assist brakes moderately to see if they feel at two wheels.
Page 144: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) On models equipped ABS Indicator Important Safety Reminders The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ABS does not reduce the time or helps prevent the brakes from If the ABS indicator comes on, the distance it takes to stop the locking up and helps you retain anti-lock function of the braking It only helps with steering...
Page 145: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your warranties. Driving...
Page 146: Maintenance
If you have the skills and tools to per- Seat Belts ........form more complex maintenance Floor Mats ........tasks on your Honda, you may want Dust and Pollen Filter ....to purchase the Service Manual. See Wiper Blades .........
Page 147: Maintenance Safety
All service items not detailed in this with the battery or compressed air. Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless Honda technician or qualified instructed to do so. mechanic. Improperly maintaining this Important Safety Precautions...
Page 148: Maintenance Schedule
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 149 Brakes Check the fluid level We recommend the use of Honda recommended time or mileage monthly. See page parts and fluids whenever you have period to ensure long-term reliability. Tires Check the tire pressure maintenance done.
Page 150 Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). Follow the Normal Maintenance miles x 1,000 Schedule if the severe driving km x 1,000 conditions specified in the Severe Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Conditions Maintenance Schedule on Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month...
Page 151 Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). Follow the Severe Maintenance miles x 1,000 Schedule if you drive your vehicle km x 1,000 MAINLY under one or more of the Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop following conditions: Check tires...
Page 152 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 148). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 5,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
Page 153 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 95,000 mi mi/km 135,000 mi mi/km...
Page 154: Fluid Locations
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) Maintenance...
Page 155: Adding Engine Oil
Civic Hybrid. This special oil is formulated to help your engine use less fuel. It is available at your Honda dealer. A 5W-20 oil may be used if 0W-20 is not available. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Page 156 Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle Engine Oil Additives Your Honda does not require any oil should be raised on a service station- HOLDING CLIP additives. Additives may adversely type hydraulic lift for this service.
Page 157 Drain the oil into an wrench (available from your Start the engine. The oil pressure appropriate container. Honda dealer) is required. indicator light should go out within 5 seconds. If it does not, turn off Install a new oil filter according to the engine and check your work.
Page 158 Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant Turn off the engine, let it sit for Adding Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another several minutes, then check the oil major-brand non-silicate coolant as a level on the dipstick. If necessary, RESERVE TANK add more oil.
Page 159: Engine Coolant
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. Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill.
Page 160: Windshield Washers
Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the NOTICE: Do not use engine antif reeze windshield washer reservoir at least or a vinegar/water solution in the monthly during normal use. windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze The low washer On Canadian models: can damage your vehicle’s paint, while level indicator will light when the a vinegar/water solution can damage...
Page 161: Automatic Transmission Fluid
DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as a temporary replacement. However, continued use can affect the shift quality. Have the transmission flushed and UPPER refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as MARK soon as it is convenient. LOWER Range MARK To thoroughly flush the...
Page 162: Manual Transmission Fluid
Reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it securely. FILLER BOLT If Honda MTF is not available, you may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor oil with the API Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR GASOLINE ENGINES’’...
Page 163: 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 cause corrosion and decrease the life The fluid level should be between of the system. Have the brake...
Page 164 If you Adjustments should be performed by touch the glass, clean it with a Honda dealer or other qualified denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. mechanic. NOTE: Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit.
Page 165 Lights Insert the new bulb into the hole HOLDING CLIP and turn it one-quarter turn clock- wise to lock it in place. Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb. Make sure it is on all the way. BULB Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb.
Page 166 Lights Replacing the Front Side Marker/ Remove the bulb from the socket Turn Signal and Parking Light by pushing it in and turning the bulb counterclockwise until it Bulb unlocks. SOCKET BULB Install the new bulb in the socket. HOLDING CLIP Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 167 Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs Pull the bulb straight out of its (in Fenders) socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. BULBS Reinstall the socket into the light SOCKETS assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working.
Page 168 Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a High-mount Brake socket. (in Trunk Lid) Light Bulb Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Insert the socket back into the light assembly. Turn it clockwise BULBS to lock it in place.
Page 169 Lights, Seat Belts, Floor Mats Reinstall the socket. Turn it Seat Belts Floor Mats clockwise until it locks. Make sure the new bulb is working. LOOP If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft On models equipped brush with a mixture of mild soap The driver’s floor mat that came and warm water to clean them.
Page 170 Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter 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 can be used with the floor mat pollen that is brought in from the anchor.
Page 171: Wiper Blades
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. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield.
Page 172 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 173 Keeping the tires properly inflated Normal Driving Speed Driving provides the best combination of The following chart shows the Honda strongly recommends that handling, tread life, and riding recommended cold tire pressures for you not drive faster than posted comfort.
Page 174 Tires For convenience, the recommended Add or release air, if needed, to Tire Inspection tire sizes and cold air pressures are match the recommended cold tire Every time you check inflation, you on a label on the driver’s doorjamb. pressures on page should also examine the tires for damage, foreign objects, and wear.
Page 175 Tires Tire Maintenance Tire Rotation INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS In addition to proper inflation, Front Front correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment. Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent vibration while driving.
Page 176 Snow Tires If you mount snow tires on your Replacing just one tire can seriously Tires: Honda, make sure they are radial affect your vehicle’s handling. P185/70R14 87S tires of the same size and load range If you ever replace a wheel, make as original tires.
Page 177 Tires Tire Chains NOTICE: Traction devices that are the Because your Honda has limited tire wrong size or improperly installed can clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ damage your vehicle’s brake lines, cable-type traction devices, with suspension, body, and wheels. Stop...
Page 178: Checking The Battery
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal If additional battery maintenance is operation. needed, see your Honda dealer or a Check the condition of the battery qualified technician. A spark or flame can cause the monthly by looking at the test battery to explode with enough indicator window.
Page 179: Vehicle Storage
Support the front wiper blade If you store your vehicle for 12 completely. arms with a folded towel or rag so months or longer, have your Honda they do not touch the windshield. dealer perform the inspections called Clean the interior. Make sure the for in the 24 months/30,000 miles carpeting, floor mats, etc.
Page 180: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
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 181: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Page 182 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 to stop the jack, seriously injuring that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Page 183 Changing a Flat Tire JACK JACKING POINTS WHEEL 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 wrench. point. Turn the end bracket remove the jack. clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point.
Page 184: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB WHEEL WRENCH EXTENSION Use the extension and wheel Remove the flat tire. Place the flat Before mounting the spare tire, wrench as shown to raise the tire on the ground with the outside wipe any dirt off the mounting vehicle until the flat tire is off the surface facing up.
Page 185 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 wheel nuts back on finger-tight, the same crisscross pattern. Have spare tire well. then tighten them in a crisscross the wheel nut torque checked at pattern with the wheel wrench...
Page 186 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 187 If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why your 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 188 If the Engine Won’t Start The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Check the fuel If you find nothing wrong, you will In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the low fuel indicator may need a qualified technician to find speed sounds normal, or even faster not be working.
Page 189: Jump Starting
( ) terminal on Turn off all the electrical acces- the booster battery. Connect the You cannot start a Honda with an sories: heater, A/C, stereo system, other end to the metal projection as shown. Do not connect this automatic transmission (CVT) by lights, etc.
Page 190: Jump Starting, If The Engine Overheats
Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats Start your vehicle. If the starter minutes. motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good If the Engine Overheats Steam and spray from an metal-to-metal contact. The reading on your vehicle’s overheated engine can temperature gauge should stay in seriously scald you.
Page 191: If The Engine Overheats
If the Engine Overheats Safely pull to the side of the road. If you do not see steam or spray, Look for any obvious coolant leaks, Put the transmission in Neutral or leave the engine running and such as a split radiator hose. Park, and set the parking brake.
Page 192 If the Engine Overheats If there was no coolant in the Using gloves or a large heavy Put the radiator cap back on cloth, turn the radiator cap reserve tank, you may need to add tightly. Run the engine and watch counterclockwise without pushing the temperature gauge.
Page 193: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator This light should never Safely pull off the road, and shut The engine running generates the oil pressure. When the Auto Idle Stop is come on when the engine is off the engine. Turn on the hazard warning indicators.
Page 194: Charging System Indicator
Charging System Indicator If the charging system If the Auto Idle Stop is active for an extended period, the charging indicator comes on brightly when the engine is running, system indicator may come on. If it the 12 volt battery is not being happens, start the engine.
Page 195: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle battery has been disconnected or gone dead, these while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you continue driving, have the vehicle codes are erased.
Page 196: Brake System Indicator
ON (II) and as a reminder the vehicle begins to slow down and inspected by your Honda dealer Canada to check the parking brake. you will have to press harder on the immediately.
Page 197 Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX SECONDARY FUSE BOX The vehicle’s fuses are located in Checking and Replacing Fuses three fuse boxes. The interior fuse If something electrical in your box is located underneath the vehicle stops working, check for a steering column.
Page 198 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle FUSE without fixing the problem, and you BLOWN do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio).
Page 199 Fuses If the replacement fuse of the When the audio system is disabled, the clock setting in the audio system same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious will be canceled. You will need to electrical problem in your vehicle. reset the clock according to the Leave the blown fuse in that instructions in the audio system...
Page 200: Fuse Locations
Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD AND SECONDARY FUSE BOXES No. Amps. Circuits Protected 20 A Condenser Fan 10 A 10 A Small Light Cooling Fan 20 A 10 A Hazard 15 A FI ECU 15 A Horn, Stop 20 A ABS F/S 10 A Back Up 40 A...
Page 201 Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 7.5 A Power Window Relay Not Used 7.5 A Accessory, Radio 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 (10 A) (SCTY )
Page 202: Emergency Towing
This is the best way to trans- Shift to D, then to N. speed below 35 mph (55 km/h). port your Honda. Turn off the engine. If your vehicle is equipped with a The tow front spoiler, remove it before...
Page 204: Technical Information
....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your Honda, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers. It also (U.S. Vehicles) ...... System ........
Page 205: Identification Numbers
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
Page 206 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 NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 207: Specifications
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 Front 57.9 in (1,470 mm)
Page 208 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. Lights Under-hood See page...
Page 209 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C The treadwear grade is a compara- U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The traction grades, from highest to tive rating based on the wear rate of All tires are also graded for lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 210 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles), Tire Labeling Temperature A, B, C separately or in combination, can Tire construction code (R The temperature grades are A (the cause heat buildup and possible tire indicates radial). highest), B, and C, representing the failure.
Page 211: Emissions Controls
‘‘smog.’’ Carbon monoxide does not contri- In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the vapor is drawn into the engine bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian Motor Vehicle and burned during driving.
Page 212 System engine’s combustion and minimize The Exhaust Gas Recirculation Honda replacement parts or their the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that (EGR) system takes some of the equivalent for repairs. Using lower quality parts may increase the comes out the tailpipe.
Page 213: 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 214: State Emissions Testing
State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator If you take your vehicle for a state pedal, start the engine, and let it the readiness codes are not set, you emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
Page 215 If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot your Honda dealer. do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
Page 216: Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. And Canada Only)
Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ..Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 217: Customer Service Information
Customer Service Office. vehicle to you Bella International P.O. Box 190816 U.S. Owners: San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Honda Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 250-4318 Mail Stop 500-2N-7A 1919 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, California 90501-2746 Tel: (800) 999-1009...
Page 218: Warranty Coverages
Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty a seat Replacement Battery Limited Your new Honda is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is Warranty provides prorated warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 219 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 220: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should (U.S. only) contact their authorized Honda dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...
Page 221: Authorized Manuals
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 222: Index
Index Anti-theft, Audio System ....Booster Seats ........43 Anti-theft Steering Column Brakes Accessories ........Lock ..........72 Anti-lock System (ABS) ... ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Audio System ........94 Break-in, New Linings ..... Position) ........72 Auto Idle Stop ......
Page 223 Index Important Safety Reminders ..Cruise Control Operation .... Infants .......... Cup (Beverage) Holders ....Capacities Chart ......Large Children ......Customer Relations Office ..Carbon Monoxide Hazard ..... LATCH ......... . 38 Carrying Cargo ......Lower Anchors ......37 Cassette Player Risks With Airbags .....
Page 224 Index Power Door Locks ...... . 73 Emergency Brake ......Features, Comfort and DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Emergency Flashers ...... Convenience ........ . 87 Downshifting, 5-speed Manual Emergency Towing ...... Filling the Fuel Tank ....Transmission ......Emergency Trunk Opener ....
Page 225 Index Fuel ..........Switch ..........72 Fill Door and Cap ...... Timing Control System .... Gauge ..........59 Halogen Headlight Bulbs ..............55 Octane Requirement ....Hazard Warning Flashers ....67 Important Safety Precautions ..Reserve Indicator ......
Page 226 Index Washer Level ......Low Oil Pressure Indicator . Indicators, Instrument Panel ..Lubricant Specifications Chart . Infant Restraint ....... Keys ..........Luggage ......... Infant Seats Luggage Cover (Cargo Cover) . LATCH Anchorage System ..Lower Anchors ......Tether Anchorage Points ..
Page 227 Index Protecting Larger Children ... Neutral Gear Position ....Panel Brightness Control ....New Vehicle Break-in ....Park Gear Position ......Normal Shift Speeds ..... Parking ........... Radiator Overheating ....NOTICE, Explanation of ....Parking Brake ......... Radio/CD/Cassette Numbers, Identification ....
Page 228 Index Replacing Seat Belts After a Use During Pregnancy ....How the Side Airbag Off Crash ..........21 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . Indicator Works ...... Reserve Tank, Engine Seats, Adjusting the ......How the SRS Indicator Coolant ....... 118, Serial Number .......
Page 229 Index Supplemental Restraint Tire Chains ........Fluid Selection ....158, System ........ Tire, How to Change a Flat ..Identification Number ....Servicing ........Tire Information ......Shifting the Automatic ..... SRS Indicator ......26, Tires ..........Shifting the Manual ....
Page 230 Index Ventilation ........Wipers, Windshield ..........Changing Blades ....... Viscosity, Oil ........Operation ........Worn Tires ........Wrecker, Emergency Towing ..WARNING, Explanation of ..... : U.S. and Canada only Warning Labels, Location of ..Warranty Coverages ....Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level ..
Page 233: 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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