2003 Honda Civic Hybrid Owners Manual

The Braking System

ABSIndicator

ABS INDICATOR

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If the ABS indicator and the brake system indicator come on together, and the parking brake is fully released, the front-to-rear braking distribution system may also shut down.

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. If the brakes feel normal,

Test your brakes as instructed on page drive slowly and have your car repaired by your dealer as soon as possible. Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause the rear wheels to lock up and possibly lead to a loss of control.

U.S. indicator shown ＊

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The ABS is self-checking. If anything goes wrong, the ABS indicator on the instrument panel comes on (see page ). This means the anti-lock function of the braking system has shut down. The brakes still work like a conventional system without anti- lock, providing normal stopping ability. You should have the dealer inspect your car as soon as possible.

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Driving in Bad Weather

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Always drive

Driving Technique slower than you would in dry weather. It takes your car longer to react, even in conditions that may seem just barely damp. Apply smooth, even pressure to all the controls. Abrupt steering wheel movements or sudden, hard appli- cation of the brakes can cause loss of control in wet weather. Be extra cautious for the first few miles (kilometers) of driving while you adjust to the change in driving conditions. This is especially true in snow. A person can forget some snow-driving techniques during the summer months. Practice is needed to relearn those skills.

Exercise extra caution when driving in rain after a long dry spell. After months of dry weather, the first rains bring oil to the surface of the roadway, making it slippery.

Rain, fog, and snow conditions require a different driving technique because of reduced traction and visibility. Keep your car well- maintained and exercise greater caution when you need to drive in bad weather. The cruise control should not be used in these conditions.

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Driving

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Being able to see

Visibility clearly in all directions and being visible to other drivers are important in all weather conditions. This is more difficult in bad weather. To be seen more clearly during daylight hours, turn on your headlights.

Inspect your windshield wipers and washers frequently. Keep the wind- shield washer reservoir full of the proper fluid. Have the windshield wiper blades replaced if they start to streak the windshield or leave parts unwiped. Use the defrosters and air conditioning to keep the windows from fogging up on the inside (see page

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Traction − Check your tires frequently for wear and proper pressure. Both are important in preventing ‘‘hydroplaning’’ (loss of traction on a wet surface). In the winter, mount snow tires on all four wheels for the best handling.

Watch road conditions carefully, they can change from moment to moment. Wet leaves can be as slip- pery as ice. ‘‘Clear’’ roads can have patches of ice. Driving conditions can be very hazardous when the outside temperature is near freezing. The road surface can become covered with areas of water puddles mixed with areas of ice, so your traction can change without warning.

Be careful when downshifting. If traction is low, you can lock up the drive wheels for a moment and cause a skid.

Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer

Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your warranties.

Be very cautious when passing, or being passed by other vehicles. The spray from large vehicles reduces your visibility, and the wind buffeting can cause you to lose control.

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Maintenance

This section explains why it is important to keep your car well maintained and how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions.

This section also includes Maintenance Schedules for normal driving and severe driving conditions, a Maintenance Record, and instruc- tions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself.

If you have the skills and tools to per- form more complex maintenance tasks on your Honda, you may want to purchase the Service Manual. See page obtain a copy, or see your Honda dealer.

for information on how to

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Maintenance Safety

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Important Safety Precautions . 183
Maintenance Schedule ................. . 184
Required Maintenance Record . 191
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Owner Maintenance Checks ....... .............................. Fluid Locations . 194
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Adding Oil Recommended Oil Synthetic Oil Additives Changing the Oil and Filter

Adding Engine Coolant Replacing Engine Coolant

Windshield Washers Transmission Fluid

Cooling System

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

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5-speed Manual Transmission

Brake and Clutch Fluid

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Brake System Clutch System

Air Cleaner Element Hood Latch

Spark Plugs

Replacement Specifications

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Battery Wiper Blades Air Conditioning System Dust and Pollen Filter Drive Belt Tires

Inflation

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Recommended Tire Pressures

for Normal Driving

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Tire Pressure Adjustment for

High Speed Driving

Inspection Maintenance Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels Wheels and Tires Winter Driving

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Headlight Aiming Replacing Bulbs

Snow Tires Tire Chains

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Storing Your Car

Lights

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Maintenance Safety

Regularly maintaining your car is the best way to protect your investment. Proper maintenance is essential to your safety and the safety of your passengers. It will also reward you with more economical, trouble-free driving and help reduce air pollution.

This section includes instructions for simple maintenance tasks, such as checking and adding oil. Any service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic.

Some of the most important safety precautions are given here. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.

Improperly maintaining this car or failing to correct a problem before driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner’s manual.

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Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the procedures and precautions in this owner’s manual.

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Maintenance Safety

Important Safety Precautions Before you begin any maintenance, make sure your car is parked on level ground and that the parking brake is set. Also, be sure the engine is off. This will help to eliminate several potential hazards:

Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust. Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine.

Burns from hot parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching any parts.

Injury from moving parts. not run the engine unless in- structed to do so.

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Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills required.

To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, be careful when working around gasoline or batteries. Use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline, to clean parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.

You should wear eye protection and protective clothing when working near the battery or when using compressed air.

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Maintenance Schedule

The Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you should have your car serviced and what things need attention. It is essential that you have your car serviced as scheduled to retain its high level of safety, dependability, and emissions control performance.

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Maintenance

The services and time or distance intervals shown in the maintenance schedule assume you will use your car as normal transportation for passengers and their possessions. You should also follow these recommendations:

Avoidexceedingyourcar’sload limit.Thisputsexcessstresson the engine, brakes, and many other parts of your car. The load limit is shown on the label on the driver’s doorjamb.

Operate your car on reasonable roads within the legal speed limit.

Drive your car regularly over a distance of several miles (kilometers).

Always use unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating (see page 144

).

Which Schedule to Follow: Service your car according to the time and mileage periods on one of the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages.

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Follow the

U.S. Owners Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions if you drive your car MAINLY under one or more of the following conditions.

Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10
miles (16 km) per trip.

Driving in extremely hot [over 90°F (32°C)] conditions.

Extensive idling or long periods of stop-and-go driving, such as a taxi or a commercial delivery vehicle.

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Driving with a roof rack, or driving in mountainous conditions.

Driving on muddy, dusty, or de- iced roads.

NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY or NEVER, drive under a ‘‘severe’’ condition, you should follow the Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions.

Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.

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Your authorized Honda dealer knows your car best and can provide competent, efficient service. However, service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect. Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service. Keep all the receipts as proof of completion, and

have the person who does the work fill out the Maintenance Record. Check your warranty booklet for more information.

We recommend the use of Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done. These are manufactured to the same high- quality standards as the original components, so you can be confident of their performance and durability.

U.S. Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to EPA standards.

Maintenance Schedule

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According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the items marked with will not void your emissions warranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage period to ensure long-term reliability.

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Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first.

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Check engine oil and coolant Replace engine oil Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month) Replace engine oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Visually inspect the following items:

miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
months

10
16

20
32

30
48

40
64

50
80

60
96

70
112

80
128

90
144

100
160

110
176

120
192

12

24

36

48

60

72

Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop

Tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system ＃ Fuel lines and connections Inspect and adjust drive belts Replace dust and pollen filter Replace transmission fluid

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Replace air cleaner element Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Inspect idle speed Replace engine coolant

Replace brake fluid

M/T CVT

Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 years

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Service the following items at the recommended intervals.

Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km)

Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy

Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km) or 7 years At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years,

then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years

Every 3 years (independent of mileage)

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Replace every 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years. See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page

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Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in U.S. Owners Canadian Owners

Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.

to determine which schedule to use.

Refer to page

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A, B, C, D, E

10,000 mi/16,000 km/1 yr 20,000 mi/32,000 km/1 yr 30,000 mi/48,000 km 30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs

40,000 mi/64,000 km/2 yrs 3 yrs 50,000 mi/80,000 km/3 yrs 60,000 mi/96,000 km 60,000 mi/96,000 km/3 yrs 60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs 70,000 mi/112,000 km/4 yrs 80,000 mi/128,000 km/4 yrs 90,000 mi/144,000 km 90,000 mi/144,000 km/5 yrs 90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs 100,000 mi/160,000 km/5 yrs 110,000 mi/176,000 km

6 yrs 110,000 mi/176,000 km/6 yrs 110,000 mi/176,000 km/7 yrs 120,000 mi/192,000 km 120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs

120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs 120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs

Replace transmission fluid (CVT).

Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do item in D. □ Do items in A, C. Do items in A, B. Do item in E. Do items in A. Do item in D. Do items in A, B, C. □ Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do item in D. Do items in A, C. □ Do items in A, B. □ □ Do item in E. Do items in A. □ Do item in D. □ Do items in A, B, C. □ □ 60,000mi/96,000km/5yrs.

Inspect idle speed.

Replace transmission fluid (CVT).

Replace transmission fluid (CVT).

Inspect valve clearance, cold engine. Replace spark plugs.

Replace transmission fluid (M/T).

Replace transmission fluid (CVT). Replace engine coolant, then replace every

as required for each distance/time.

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Replace engine oil. Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 228 ). Replace engine oil filter. Inspect front and rear brakes. Check parking brake adjustment. Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots. Inspect suspension components. Inspect driveshaft boots. Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS). Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check for leaks. Inspect exhaust system. □ ＃ Inspect fuel lines and connections. □ ＃ Inspect and adjust drive belts. □ Replace dust and pollen filter. □ Replace air cleaner element every 30,000 mi/ □ 48,000 km (independent of time). Replace brake fluid every 3 years (independent of mileage).

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NOTE:

Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.

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Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first.

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Check engine oil and coolant Replace engine oil Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month) Replace engine oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Lubricate all hinges, locks, and latches Visually inspect the following items:

miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
months

10
16

20
32

12

30
48

40
64

50
80

60
96

70
112

80
128

90
144

100
160

110
176

120
192

24

36

48

60

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Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop

Replace every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months

Tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots

Check parking brake adjustment Visually inspect the following items:

Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system, Fuel lines and connections ＃ Lights and controls, Vehicle underbody

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Inspect and adjust drive belts Replace dust and pollen filter ＊ Replace transmission fluid

Replace air cleaner element

Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Inspect idle speed Replace engine coolant

Replace brake fluid

M/T CVT

Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 years

Service the following items at the recommended intervals.

Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) in dusty conditions,

otherwise use normal schedule Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km)

Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy

Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km) or 7 years At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years,

then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years

Every 3 years (independent of mileage)

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See dust and pollen filter on page See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page

for replacement information under special driving conditions.

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Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in U.S. Owners Canadian Owners

Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.

to determine which schedule to use.

Refer to page

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Replace transmission fluid (CVT).

5,000 mi/8,000 km 10,000 mi/16,000 km/1 yr 15,000 mi/24,000 km 20,000 mi/32,000 km/1 yr 25,000 mi/40,000 km 30,000 mi/48,000 km 30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs

35,000 mi/56,000 km 40,000 mi/64,000 km/2 yrs 45,000 mi/72,000 km 3 yrs 50,000 mi/80,000 km/3 yrs 55,000 mi/88,000 km 60,000 mi/96,000 km 60,000 mi/96,000 km/3 yrs

60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs 65,000 mi/104,000 km 70,000 mi/112,000 km/4 yrs 75,000 mi/120,000 km 80,000 mi/128,000 km/4 yrs 85,000 mi/136,000 km 90,000 mi/144,000 km 90,000 mi/144,000 km/5 yrs 90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs

Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do items in A, E. Do items in A, B, C. Do items in A. Do item in E. □ Do items in A, B, D. Do items in A. Do items in A, B, C. Do items in A, E. Do item in F. Do items in A, B. Do items in A. Do item in E. □ Do items in A, B, C, D. □ Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do items in A, E. Do items in A, B, C. Do items in A. Do item in E. Do items in A, B, D. □

Replace transmission fluid (M/T).

Replace transmission fluid (CVT).

Replace transmission fluid (CVT).

A, B, C, D, E, F

as required for each distance/time.

□ □ □ □ □

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Replace engine oil. Replace engine oil filter. Inspect front and rear brakes. Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 228 ). Lubricate all hinges, locks, and latches with multipurpose grease. Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots. Inspect suspension components. Inspect driveshaft boots. Check parking brake adjustment. Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS). Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check for leaks. Inspect exhaust system. □ ＃ Inspect fuel lines and connections. □ ＃ Check all lights. □ Inspect the underbody. □ Inspect and adjust drive belts. □ Replace dust and pollen filter . □ ＊ Replace air cleaner element every 15,000 mi/ □ 24,000 km (independent of time). Replace brake fluid every 3 years (independent of mileage).

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See dust and pollen filter on page under special driving conditions. See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page

for replacement information

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Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.

Inspect valve clearance, cold engine. Replace spark plugs.

Inspect idle speed.

Do items in A. Do items in A, B, C. Do items in A, E. Do item in F. □ □ Do items in A, B. □ Do items in A. Do item in E. □ Do items in A, B, C, D. □ □ □ 60,000 mi/96,000 km/5 yrs.

Replace transmission fluid (M/T).

Replace transmission fluid (CVT). Do item in F. Replace engine coolant, then replace every

95,000 mi/152,000 km 100,000 mi/160,000 km/5 yrs 105,000 mi/168,000 km 6 yrs 110,000 mi/176,000 km

110,000 mi/176,000 km/6 yrs 110,000 mi/176,000 km/7 yrs 115,000 mi/184,000 km 120,000 mi/192,000 km 120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs

120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs 9 yrs 120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs

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Required 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 conditions (page

). Keep the receipts for all work done on your car.

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Signature or dealer stamp

5,000 mi 8,000 km

10,000 mi 16,000 km

15,000 mi 24,000 km

20,000 mi 32,000 km (or 1 year)

25,000 mi 40,000 km

30,000 mi 48,000 km

Signature or dealer stamp

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

35,000 mi 56,000 km

40,000 mi 64,000 km (or 2 years)

45,000 mi 72,000 km

50,000 mi 80,000 km

55,000 mi 88,000 km

60,000 mi 96,000 km (or 3 years)

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

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Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)

Signature or dealer stamp

65,000 mi 104,000 km

70,000 mi 112,000 km

75,000 mi 120,000 km

80,000 mi 128,000 km (or 4 years)

85,000 mi 136,000 km

90,000 mi 144,000 km

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

95,000 mi 152,000 km

100,000 mi 160,000 km (or 5 years)

105,000 mi 168,000 km

110,000 mi 176,000 km

115,000 mi 184,000 km

120,000 mi 192,000 km (or 6 years)

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Signature or dealer stamp

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

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Owner Maintenance Checks

Youshouldcheckthefollowing items at the specified intervals. If you are unsure of how to perform any check, turn to the page given.

Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page

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Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page

149

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Windshield washer fluid Check the level in the reservoir monthly. If weather conditions cause you to use the washers frequently, check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel. See page

205

Automatic transmission (CVT) − Check the fluid level monthly. See page

206

Brakes monthly. See page

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Check the fluid level

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Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. See page 225

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Check the operation of

Lights the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, turn signals, brake lights, and license plate lights monthly. See page

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Fluid Locations

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop)

ENGINE OIL FILL CAP

BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap)

CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap)

WASHER FLUID (Blue cap)

ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR

RADIATOR CAP

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop)

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Adding Oil

compartment.

Recommended Oil Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s performance and longevity. Always use a premium-grade 0W-20
detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving, and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements.

Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 0W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for optimum engine protection.

ENGINE OIL FILL CAP

To add oil, unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover. Pour in the oil, and install the engine oil fill cap. Tighten it securely. Wait a few minutes and recheck the oil level. Do not fill above the upper mark; you could damage the engine.

Pour the oil slowly and carefully so you do not spill. Clean up any spills immediately. Spilled oil could damage components in the engine

Engine Oil

Make sure the API Certification Seal says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’

API CERTIFICATION SEAL

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Engine Oil

The oil’s viscosity or weight is provided on the container’s label. Select the oil for your vehicle according to this chart.

A very low-viscosity, fuel-efficient 0W-20 oil is the preferred engine lubricant for your 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.

Ambient Temperature

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Synthetic Oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for a conventional motor oil: it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight as shown on the chart. When using synthetic oil, you must follow the oil and filter change intervals given in the maintenance schedule.

Additives Your Honda does not require any oil additives. Additives may adversely affect your engine’s or transmission’s performance and durability.

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Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according to the time and distance (miles/kilometers) recommenda- tions in the maintenance schedule. The oil and filter collect contami- nants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly.

Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the car. The car should be raised on a service station-type hydraulic lift for this service. Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment, you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic.

Engine Oil

1.

Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it off.

2.

Open the hood and remove the engine oil fill cap.

DRAIN BOLT

HOLDING CLIP

3.

Remove the nine holding clips with a flat-tipped screwdriver, then pull the cover down.

4.

WASHER Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from the bottom of the engine. Drain the oil into an appropriate container.

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Engine Oil

OIL FILTER

7.

Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt. Tighten it to:

29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)

11.

Turn off the engine, let it sit for several minutes, then check the oil level. If necessary, add oil to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick.

8.

Refill the engine with the recom- mended oil. Engine oil change capacity (including filter):

12.

Put the under cover back in place and reinstall the nine holding clips. Lock the clips securely by pushing on the center of each clip.

5.

Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain. A special wrench (available from your Honda dealer) is required to remove the filter.

6.

Install a new oil filter according to instructions that come with it.

3.4 US qt (3.2 , 2.8 Imp qt)

9.

Replace the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The oil pressure indicator light should go out within five seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine and reinspect your work.

10.

Let the engine run for several minutes and check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks.

Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmf ul to the environment. If you change your own oil, please dispose of the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed container and take it to a recycling center. Do not discard it in a trash bin or dump it on the ground.

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Cooling System

Always use Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water. It does not require any additional mixing. If it is not available, you may use another major-brand non-silicate coolant as a temporary replacement. Make sure it is a high-quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines. However, continued use of any non- Honda coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze/ coolant as soon as possible.

If the reserve tank is completely empty, you should also check the coolant level in the radiator.

Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.

1.

Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.

Adding Engine Coolant

RESERVE TANK

If the coolant level in the reserve tank is at or below the MIN line, add coolant to bring it up to the MAX line. Inspect the cooling system for leaks. The coolant you add should always be a mixture of 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water.

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Cooling System

RADIATOR CAP

RESERVE TANK

2.

Turn the radiator cap counter- clockwise, without pressing down on it, until it stops. This relieves any pressure remaining in the cooling system.

3.

Remove the radiator cap by pushing down and turning counterclockwise.

4.

The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.

Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill. Clean up any spills immediately. Spilled coolant could damage components in the engine compartment.

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5.

Put the radiator cap back on. Tighten it fully.

6.

Pour coolant into the reserve tank. Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks. Put the cap back on the reserve tank.

Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car’s cooling system. They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine compo- nents.

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Replacing Engine Coolant The cooling system should be completely drained and refilled with new coolant according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze/ Coolant Type 2.

Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car. Unless you have the tools and knowledge, you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic.

Cooling System

DRAIN PLUG

1.

Turn the ignition ON (II). Turn the temperature control dial to maximum heat. Turn off the ignition. Open the hood. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool to the touch.

2.

Remove the radiator cap.

3.

Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the radiator. The coolant will drain through the splash guard. Drain the coolant into an appropriate container.

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Cooling System

DRAIN BOLT

STAY

BOLT

NUT

TAB

BOLT

7.

Remove the battery and the tray.

8.

Remove the reserve tank mounting bolt with a wrench, then remove the coolant tube from the three clips. Remove the reserve tank from its holder and drain the coolant into an appropriate container.

4.

Remove the cover to access the drain bolt (see page ). Remove the drain bolt and washer from the engine block. Drain the coolant into an appropriate container.

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COVER

5.

To remove the reserve tank to drain the coolant, first remove the battery. Disconnect the battery cables from the terminals. Disconnect the negative ( ) cable first, then the positive ( ) cable.

− ＋

6.

Remove the bolt and the nut with a wrench, and remove the battery plate. Pull the bottom end of the stay out of the hole, and remove the stay and the battery cover.

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9.

Put the tube back in the clips and put the reserve tank back in place, making sure its bottom tab is in the holder. Reinstall and tighten the mounting bolt securely.

10.

Reinstall the tray, battery, stay, battery case, and battery plate in the reverse order of removal. Reinstall and tighten the bolt and nut securely.

11.

Reconnect the battery cables to the terminals. Connect the positive ＋ −

) cable first, then the negative ) cable.

Battery posts,

WARNING: terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.

Cooling System

BLEEDER BOLT

If your car’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, the audio system will disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn on the radio you will see ‘‘ in the frequency display. Use the Preset buttons to enter the five-digit code (see page

137

).

’’

When the audio system disables itself, the clock setting will cancel. To reset the clock, refer to the Digital Clock in the audio system’s operation.

12.

When the coolant stops draining, tighten the drain plug at the bottom of the radiator.

13.

Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt in the engine block. Tighten it securely.

Tightening torque: 58 lbf·ft (78 N·m , 8.0 kgf·m)

14.

Reinstall the cover.

15.

Loosen the bleeder bolt on top of the engine.

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Cooling System

FILLER NECK

Fill up to here

16.

Pour Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. This coolant is a mixture of 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water. Pre-mixing is not required.

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The cooling system capacity is:

With5-speedmanualtransmission: 1.08 US gal (4.1 , 0.90 Imp gal)

Withcontinuouslyvariabletransmission (CVT): 1.06 US gal (4.0 , 0.88 Imp gal)