Owner's Manual
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... test, it cannot alert you important information about your car for the Canadian model are working. EX with ABS option instrument panel is shown. EX Automatic Transmission Shown Instruments and Controls HIGH BEAM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM LIGHT* CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR Lamp Check Many of the...
... test, it cannot alert you important information about your car for the Canadian model are working. EX with ABS option instrument panel is shown. EX Automatic Transmission Shown Instruments and Controls HIGH BEAM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM LIGHT* CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR Lamp Check Many of the...
Owner's Manual
Page 31
..., never drive with the tachometer needle in kilometers per minute (rpm). TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE GAUGE DRL ODOMETER TRIP METER TRIP METER RESET BUTTON Automatic Transmission Shown Cruise Control Indicator Only on with the high beam headlights. The smaller inner numbers are on (see page 33). Instruments and Controls Indicator Lights...
..., never drive with the tachometer needle in kilometers per minute (rpm). TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE GAUGE DRL ODOMETER TRIP METER TRIP METER RESET BUTTON Automatic Transmission Shown Cruise Control Indicator Only on with the high beam headlights. The smaller inner numbers are on (see page 33). Instruments and Controls Indicator Lights...
Owner's Manual
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... a test when you must also be in Park. The switch returns to turn it backward to the inside door handle. If your car has an automatic transmission, it off. ACCESSORY (I) - Remove the key to ON when you remove the key.
... a test when you must also be in Park. The switch returns to turn it backward to the inside door handle. If your car has an automatic transmission, it off. ACCESSORY (I) - Remove the key to ON when you remove the key.
Owner's Manual
Page 81
... various conditions and how to Drive ...84 Starting the Engine ...84 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude ...85 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...86 Recommended Shift Points ...86 Maximum Speeds ...87 Automatic Transmission ...87 Shift Lever Positions ...88 Maximum Speeds ...90 Shift Lock Release ...90 The Braking System ...91 Brake Wear Indicators ...91 Brake...
... various conditions and how to Drive ...84 Starting the Engine ...84 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude ...85 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...86 Recommended Shift Points ...86 Maximum Speeds ...87 Automatic Transmission ...87 Shift Lever Positions ...88 Maximum Speeds ...90 Shift Lock Release ...90 The Braking System ...91 Brake Wear Indicators ...91 Brake...
Owner's Manual
Page 82
Driving 8. Turn the ignition ON (II). Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Manual transmission: Push the clutch pedal down securely. 5. Check the adjustment of the inside are securely closed . 3. Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel (...unless the clutch pedal is in START (III) for at a time. Check the adjustment of the seat (see page 36). Check that your seat belt. Automatic transmission: Make sure the shift lever is depressed. Preparing to check its pressure. 4. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive, Starting the Engine You...
Driving 8. Turn the ignition ON (II). Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Manual transmission: Push the clutch pedal down securely. 5. Check the adjustment of the inside are securely closed . 3. Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel (...unless the clutch pedal is in START (III) for at a time. Check the adjustment of the seat (see page 36). Check that your seat belt. Automatic transmission: Make sure the shift lever is depressed. Preparing to check its pressure. 4. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive, Starting the Engine You...
Owner's Manual
Page 85
It shows you exceed these tables are the maximums for Driving 5-Speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission DX better fuel economy. Shift Lever Position Indicator This display is caused by a limiter in these speeds, the engine speed will run normally when you ... tachometer's red zone. It has a "lock-up" torque converter for the given gears. U.S.: EX, Canada: Si Maximum Speeds The speeds in the engine's computer controls. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds. This is on the instrument panel.
It shows you exceed these tables are the maximums for Driving 5-Speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission DX better fuel economy. Shift Lever Position Indicator This display is caused by a limiter in these speeds, the engine speed will run normally when you ... tachometer's red zone. It has a "lock-up" torque converter for the given gears. U.S.: EX, Canada: Si Maximum Speeds The speeds in the engine's computer controls. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds. This is on the instrument panel.
Owner's Manual
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... pedal. RELEASE BUTTON Park (P) - To shift out of the above and still cannot move it. This position mechanically locks the transmission. Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Positions The shift lever has seven positions. To avoid transmission damage, Driving If you must be in D4, D3, 2, 1 or R, press firmly on the brake pedal and have done...
... pedal. RELEASE BUTTON Park (P) - To shift out of the above and still cannot move it. This position mechanically locks the transmission. Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Positions The shift lever has seven positions. To avoid transmission damage, Driving If you must be in D4, D3, 2, 1 or R, press firmly on the brake pedal and have done...
Owner's Manual
Page 87
.... Second (2) - Second gives you need to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. Whenever you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by pushing the accelerator pedal to a lower gear, the transmission downshifts only if the engine's redline will not be selected. To shift to Reverse from Neutral, come to Reverse from... one or two gears, depending on a slippery surface or in second gear. To shift to a complete stop before shifting into Reverse from the ignition switch. Automatic Transmission come to leave the car for any reason. Driving
.... Second (2) - Second gives you need to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. Whenever you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by pushing the accelerator pedal to a lower gear, the transmission downshifts only if the engine's redline will not be selected. To shift to Reverse from Neutral, come to Reverse from... one or two gears, depending on a slippery surface or in second gear. To shift to a complete stop before shifting into Reverse from the ignition switch. Automatic Transmission come to leave the car for any reason. Driving
Owner's Manual
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... lever out of the shift lever. Shift Lock Release This allows you will run normally when you can operate this position, the transmission locks in the engine's computer controls. If this occurs, you to Neutral. This is caused by a limiter in First gear....press the release button on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work. 1. With the lever in this transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. Automatic Transmission First (1) - By upshifting and downshifting through 1, 2, D3, and D4, you reduce the rpm below the red zone....
... lever out of the shift lever. Shift Lock Release This allows you will run normally when you can operate this position, the transmission locks in the engine's computer controls. If this occurs, you to Neutral. This is caused by a limiter in First gear....press the release button on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work. 1. With the lever in this transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. Automatic Transmission First (1) - By upshifting and downshifting through 1, 2, D3, and D4, you reduce the rpm below the red zone....
Owner's Manual
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... needed to assist the brakes by your Honda dealer. Return the key to see if they feel normal. Check your brakes work. They are equipped with the brake wear indicators. The brakes on the brake pedal. The braking system is developing a problem. Automatic Transmission, The Braking System 5. Do not confuse...be disc or drum, depending on the rear brakes of the brakes when going down a long hill builds up heat. The Braking System All Civics are also on the model. If you will screech all cars have the brake pads replaced, they do not have audible brake wear indicators....
... needed to assist the brakes by your Honda dealer. Return the key to see if they feel normal. Check your brakes work. They are equipped with the brake wear indicators. The brakes on the brake pedal. The braking system is developing a problem. Automatic Transmission, The Braking System 5. Do not confuse...be disc or drum, depending on the rear brakes of the brakes when going down a long hill builds up heat. The Braking System All Civics are also on the model. If you will screech all cars have the brake pads replaced, they do not have audible brake wear indicators....
Owner's Manual
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...Cooling System ...109 Adding Engine Coolant ...109 Replacing Engine Coolant 110 Windshield Washers ...113 Transmission Oil ...114 Automatic Transmission...114 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...114 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...115 Brake System ...115 Anti-Lock Brake System ......Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your Honda Dealer. This section also includes Maintenance Schedules for normal driving and severe driving conditions,... a Maintenance Record, and instructions for information on your Civic, you may want to take care of yourself. See page 180...
...Cooling System ...109 Adding Engine Coolant ...109 Replacing Engine Coolant 110 Windshield Washers ...113 Transmission Oil ...114 Automatic Transmission...114 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...114 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...115 Brake System ...115 Anti-Lock Brake System ......Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your Honda Dealer. This section also includes Maintenance Schedules for normal driving and severe driving conditions,... a Maintenance Record, and instructions for information on your Civic, you may want to take care of yourself. See page 180...
Owner's Manual
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See page 109. Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. See pages 115-117. Check its operation weekly. See page 123. Examine the tread for corrosion monthly. See page 114. ...
See page 109. Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. See pages 115-117. Check its operation weekly. See page 123. Examine the tread for corrosion monthly. See page 114. ...
Owner's Manual
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Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE RESERVOIR (Grey cap) (For cars equipped with ABS) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) (5-Speed Manual Transmission only) ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP (VTEC Engine) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) COOLANT RESERVOIR WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP (Non-VTEC Engine Maintenance
Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE RESERVOIR (Grey cap) (For cars equipped with ABS) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) (5-Speed Manual Transmission only) ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP (VTEC Engine) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) COOLANT RESERVOIR WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP (Non-VTEC Engine Maintenance
Owner's Manual
Page 109
... bleeder bolt on at least twice). 10. Refill the radiator to the base of the engine. The cooling system capacity is: With 5-speed manual transmission: 0.95 U.S. gal., 3.6 ) With automatic transmission: DX 0.92 U.S. Put the cap on the radiator, only tighten it warms up to the first stop. Check the level in the engine...
... bleeder bolt on at least twice). 10. Refill the radiator to the base of the engine. The cooling system capacity is: With 5-speed manual transmission: 0.95 U.S. gal., 3.6 ) With automatic transmission: DX 0.92 U.S. Put the cap on the radiator, only tighten it warms up to the first stop. Check the level in the engine...
Owner's Manual
Page 111
... an equivalent DEXRON II Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) only. 6. Rotate the dipstick slightly to every 12 months or 24,000 km (15,000 miles) under severe driving conditions (see page 101.) UPPER MARK LOWER MARK TRANSMISSION 5-Speed Manual Transmission 5. Use Honda Premium Formula Maintenance Check the oil level a ...it is squarely in the hole. It should be between the upper and lower marks. If the level is on level ground. Transmission Oil Automatic Transmission Check the fluid level with a clean cloth. 3. Park the car on level ground. Shorten this to make sure it with ...
... an equivalent DEXRON II Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) only. 6. Rotate the dipstick slightly to every 12 months or 24,000 km (15,000 miles) under severe driving conditions (see page 101.) UPPER MARK LOWER MARK TRANSMISSION 5-Speed Manual Transmission 5. Use Honda Premium Formula Maintenance Check the oil level a ...it is squarely in the hole. It should be between the upper and lower marks. If the level is on level ground. Transmission Oil Automatic Transmission Check the fluid level with a clean cloth. 3. Park the car on level ground. Shorten this to make sure it with ...
Owner's Manual
Page 114
...a leak in the power steering reservoir monthly. Loosen the four bolts and remove the air cleaner housing cover. Use only Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid-V. NOTICE Turning the steering wheel to the UPPER LEVEL. Under severe driving conditions, it is inside the air ...level when the engine is cold. Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible. NOTICE Using automatic transmission fluid or another brand of the reservoir. Follow the replacement procedure for removal and reinstallation. Power Steering, Air Cleaner Element Power Steering...
...a leak in the power steering reservoir monthly. Loosen the four bolts and remove the air cleaner housing cover. Use only Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid-V. NOTICE Turning the steering wheel to the UPPER LEVEL. Under severe driving conditions, it is inside the air ...level when the engine is cold. Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible. NOTICE Using automatic transmission fluid or another brand of the reservoir. Follow the replacement procedure for removal and reinstallation. Power Steering, Air Cleaner Element Power Steering...
Owner's Manual
Page 145
... ignition switch to START (III). You can hear the starter motor operating normally, but the engine does not start . Check these things: Check the transmission interlock. With an automatic transmission, it does not get scratched or damaged. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Changing a Flat Tire, If Your Engine Won't Start 19...
... ignition switch to START (III). You can hear the starter motor operating normally, but the engine does not start . Check these things: Check the transmission interlock. With an automatic transmission, it does not get scratched or damaged. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Changing a Flat Tire, If Your Engine Won't Start 19...
Owner's Manual
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... switch to the fuel pump. See Towing on page 84. Open the hood and check the condition of the battery (see page 157). Put the transmission in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can cause it . If Your Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting The Starter Operates Normally In this seems like ice... to jump start the engine by pushing or pulling it to ON (II) for a minute, and watch the fuel gauge. Attempting to start with an automatic transmission by using the proper starting until it thaws. You cannot start your car's battery has run . To jump start...
... switch to the fuel pump. See Towing on page 84. Open the hood and check the condition of the battery (see page 157). Put the transmission in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can cause it . If Your Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting The Starter Operates Normally In this seems like ice... to jump start the engine by pushing or pulling it to ON (II) for a minute, and watch the fuel gauge. Attempting to start with an automatic transmission by using the proper starting until it thaws. You cannot start your car's battery has run . To jump start...
Owner's Manual
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Shift the transmission to N. The operator loads your Honda. This is best to support the car's weight. If your Honda cannot be transported on a flat-bed. The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go around parts of the frame or suspension, and the cables...engine. The other two tires remain on the ends. Sling-Type Equipment - It is attempted. It is the best way of towing a car: Flatbed Equipment - Automatic Transmission Release the parking brake. Start the engine. Never tow your car behind another car with the front wheels on the back of towing is very...
Shift the transmission to N. The operator loads your Honda. This is best to support the car's weight. If your Honda cannot be transported on a flat-bed. The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go around parts of the frame or suspension, and the cables...engine. The other two tires remain on the ends. Sling-Type Equipment - It is attempted. It is the best way of towing a car: Flatbed Equipment - Automatic Transmission Release the parking brake. Start the engine. Never tow your car behind another car with the front wheels on the back of towing is very...
Owner's Manual
Page 172
...Anchor Plate, Child Seat ...22 Anti-Theft Steering Column Lock ...41 Battery ...120 Charging System Indicator ...28 Automatic Transmission ...Capacity, Fluid ...Checking Fluid Level ...Shift Lever Positions ...Shift Lock Release ...Shifting...37 87 166 114 ...Index Additives, Engine Oil ...ABS. See Anti-Lock Brakes ACCESSORY, (Ignition Key Position) ...41 Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid ...Brake Fluid ...Clutch Fluid ...Engine Oil ...Manual Transmission Fluid ...Power Steering Fluid ...Radiator Coolant ...Windshield Washer Fluid...Additional Safety Information ...Door Locks ...Driving With...
...Anchor Plate, Child Seat ...22 Anti-Theft Steering Column Lock ...41 Battery ...120 Charging System Indicator ...28 Automatic Transmission ...Capacity, Fluid ...Checking Fluid Level ...Shift Lever Positions ...Shift Lock Release ...Shifting...37 87 166 114 ...Index Additives, Engine Oil ...ABS. See Anti-Lock Brakes ACCESSORY, (Ignition Key Position) ...41 Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid ...Brake Fluid ...Clutch Fluid ...Engine Oil ...Manual Transmission Fluid ...Power Steering Fluid ...Radiator Coolant ...Windshield Washer Fluid...Additional Safety Information ...Door Locks ...Driving With...