Owner's Manual
Page 92
... explains why it is important to keep your Civic, you may want to purchase the Service Manual...tools required to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your Honda Dealer. Maintenance Safety ...96 Maintenance Schedule ...100 Maintenance Record ...102 Periodic Checks ...104 Engine ... 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 ...116 Clutch S y s ...
... explains why it is important to keep your Civic, you may want to purchase the Service Manual...tools required to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your Honda Dealer. Maintenance Safety ...96 Maintenance Schedule ...100 Maintenance Record ...102 Periodic Checks ...104 Engine ... 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 ...116 Clutch S y s ...
Owner's Manual
Page 101
... the washers frequently, check the reservoir each time you to the page given. Engine oil level - See page 78. Windshield washer fluid Check the level in the reservoir monthly. Check its operation weekly. Check its condition and the terminals for wear and foreign objects. ...Maintenance Check every time you fill the fuel tank. Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. Battery - Examine the tread for corrosion monthly. See page 129. See pages 115-117. See page 120. Check...
... the washers frequently, check the reservoir each time you to the page given. Engine oil level - See page 78. Windshield washer fluid Check the level in the reservoir monthly. Check its operation weekly. Check its condition and the terminals for wear and foreign objects. ...Maintenance Check every time you fill the fuel tank. Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. Battery - Examine the tread for corrosion monthly. See page 129. See pages 115-117. See page 120. Check...
Owner's Manual
Page 102
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 111
... driving conditions (see page 101.) UPPER MARK LOWER MARK TRANSMISSION 5-Speed Manual Transmission 5. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission. 4. Make sure the car is squarely in the hole. Remove the Automatic Transmission Fluid or an equivalent DEXRON II Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) only. 6. Use Honda Premium Formula Maintenance Check the oil level a couple of...
... driving conditions (see page 101.) UPPER MARK LOWER MARK TRANSMISSION 5-Speed Manual Transmission 5. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission. 4. Make sure the car is squarely in the hole. Remove the Automatic Transmission Fluid or an equivalent DEXRON II Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) only. 6. Use Honda Premium Formula Maintenance Check the oil level a couple of...
Owner's Manual
Page 112
... at or below the MIN mark, it is an indication that your finger. They are up to run out of the reservoir. Brake and Clutch Fluid transmission filler bolt. Reinstall the filler bolt, and tighten it starts to the edge of SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40. Brake and Clutch... every 24 months or 30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first. There are : Brake fluid reservoir (all models) Clutch fluid reservoir (5-speed manual transmission only) ABS reservoir for leaks or worn brake pads. The brake fluid in the reservoirs monthly. The oil level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on...
... at or below the MIN mark, it is an indication that your finger. They are up to run out of the reservoir. Brake and Clutch Fluid transmission filler bolt. Reinstall the filler bolt, and tighten it starts to the edge of SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40. Brake and Clutch... every 24 months or 30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first. There are : Brake fluid reservoir (all models) Clutch fluid reservoir (5-speed manual transmission only) ABS reservoir for leaks or worn brake pads. The brake fluid in the reservoirs monthly. The oil level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on...
Owner's Manual
Page 114
Use only Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid-V. Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible. To replace it BOLTS Maintenance Look at the side of power steering fluid will damage the system. should be cleaned every 12 months or 15,000 miles (...should be between the UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL. A low power steering fluid level can damage the power steering pump. NOTICE Using automatic transmission fluid or another brand of the reservoir. The fluid should check the fluid level in the system. If it is below the LOWER LEVEL, add...
Use only Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid-V. Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible. To replace it BOLTS Maintenance Look at the side of power steering fluid will damage the system. should be cleaned every 12 months or 15,000 miles (...should be between the UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL. A low power steering fluid level can damage the power steering pump. NOTICE Using automatic transmission fluid or another brand of the reservoir. The fluid should check the fluid level in the system. If it is below the LOWER LEVEL, add...
Owner's Manual
Page 172
Automatic Transmission ...Capacity, Fluid ...Checking Fluid Level ...Shift Lever Positions ...Shift Lock Release ...Shifting...37 87 166 114 88 90 88 Adjustments Mirrors ...48 Seats ......120 Charging System Indicator ...28 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 Pets ...Seat-Back Position ...Storing Cargo Safely ...107 Anti-Lock...
Automatic Transmission ...Capacity, Fluid ...Checking Fluid Level ...Shift Lever Positions ...Shift Lock Release ...Shifting...37 87 166 114 88 90 88 Adjustments Mirrors ...48 Seats ......120 Charging System Indicator ...28 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 Pets ...Seat-Back Position ...Storing Cargo Safely ...107 Anti-Lock...
Owner's Manual
Page 174
...35 34 Cleaning Exterior ...138 I n t e r i o r ...139 Seat Belts ...140 Vinyl ...139 Clock, Setting the ...50 Clutch Fluid ...116 CO in the E x h a u s t ...170 Cold Weather, Starting in .. 85 Compact Spare ...144 Consumer Information ...Control Locations.../Children ...Important Safety Reminders ...Where Should Children Sit ... Index Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid ...Battery Condition ...Brake Fluid ...Clutch Fluid ...Drive Belts ...Fuses ...Manual Transmission Fluid ...Power Steering Fluid ...Radiator Coolant ...Tire Pressure ...Windshield Wipers ...Cigarette Lighter ...52 114 120...
...35 34 Cleaning Exterior ...138 I n t e r i o r ...139 Seat Belts ...140 Vinyl ...139 Clock, Setting the ...50 Clutch Fluid ...116 CO in the E x h a u s t ...170 Cold Weather, Starting in .. 85 Compact Spare ...144 Consumer Information ...Control Locations.../Children ...Important Safety Reminders ...Where Should Children Sit ... Index Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid ...Battery Condition ...Brake Fluid ...Clutch Fluid ...Drive Belts ...Fuses ...Manual Transmission Fluid ...Power Steering Fluid ...Radiator Coolant ...Tire Pressure ...Windshield Wipers ...Cigarette Lighter ...52 114 120...
Owner's Manual
Page 175
... What to Do . 150 Defects, Reporting Safety . 175 Defogger, Rear Window ...36 Defrosting the Windows ...60 DEXRON II Automatic Transmission Fluid ...114 Dimensions ...166 Disposal of Used O i l ...109 Doors Locking and Unlocking .. 41 Power Door Locks ...42 DOT Tire Quality...n o m y ...80 In Foreign Countries ...75 Dimming the Headlights ...33 Index Customer Relations Information ...175 Customer Relations Office ...176 Dipstick, Automatic Transmission ...114 Directional Signals ...29 Disabled, Towing Your Car If ...162 Economy, Fuel ...80 Emergencies on the Road . 143 Battery, Jump Starting ....
... What to Do . 150 Defects, Reporting Safety . 175 Defogger, Rear Window ...36 Defrosting the Windows ...60 DEXRON II Automatic Transmission Fluid ...114 Dimensions ...166 Disposal of Used O i l ...109 Doors Locking and Unlocking .. 41 Power Door Locks ...42 DOT Tire Quality...n o m y ...80 In Foreign Countries ...75 Dimming the Headlights ...33 Index Customer Relations Information ...175 Customer Relations Office ...176 Dipstick, Automatic Transmission ...114 Directional Signals ...29 Disabled, Towing Your Car If ...162 Economy, Fuel ...80 Emergencies on the Road . 143 Battery, Jump Starting ....
Owner's Manual
Page 176
See Air Cleaner Element Oil ...107 First Gear, Shifting ...86 5-Speed Manual Transmission, Checking Fluid Level ...114 5-Speed Manual Transmission Fluid ...115 5-Speed Manual Transmission, Shifting the ...86 Flashers, Hazard Warning .. 29 Flat Tire, Changing a ...144 166 114 166 116 116 114 117 113 166 FM Stereo Radio Reception ...62 ...
See Air Cleaner Element Oil ...107 First Gear, Shifting ...86 5-Speed Manual Transmission, Checking Fluid Level ...114 5-Speed Manual Transmission Fluid ...115 5-Speed Manual Transmission, Shifting the ...86 Flashers, Hazard Warning .. 29 Flat Tire, Changing a ...144 166 114 166 116 116 114 117 113 166 FM Stereo Radio Reception ...62 ...
Owner's Manual
Page 179
... Meters, Gauges ...30 Methanol in ...74 Normal Shift Speeds ...86 NOTICE, Explanation of ...Numbers, Identification .. See Drive Belts Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 9 164 Index Manual Transmission Fluid ...114 Manually Closing Moonroof ...Maximum Shift Speeds ...156 87 Occupant Protection System ...4 Octane Requirement, Gasoline ...74 Odometer ...31 Odometer, Trip ...31 Oil Change, How to...
... Meters, Gauges ...30 Methanol in ...74 Normal Shift Speeds ...86 NOTICE, Explanation of ...Numbers, Identification .. See Drive Belts Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 9 164 Index Manual Transmission Fluid ...114 Manually Closing Moonroof ...Maximum Shift Speeds ...156 87 Occupant Protection System ...4 Octane Requirement, Gasoline ...74 Odometer ...31 Odometer, Trip ...31 Oil Change, How to...
Owner's Manual
Page 182
... 126 127 127 S n o w ...129 Specifications ...167 Tools, Tire Changing ...145 Torn Seat Belts ...10 Towing A Trailer ...93 Emergency Wrecker (Tow Truck) ...162 Transmission Checking Fluid Level 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...114 Automatic Transmission ...114 Fluid Selection ...114 Identification Number . 165 Shifting the 5-Speed M a n u a l ...86 Shifting the Automatic .. 88 Tread Wear ...169 Trip Meter ...31 Underside, C l e a n i n g ...138...
... 126 127 127 S n o w ...129 Specifications ...167 Tools, Tire Changing ...145 Torn Seat Belts ...10 Towing A Trailer ...93 Emergency Wrecker (Tow Truck) ...162 Transmission Checking Fluid Level 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...114 Automatic Transmission ...114 Fluid Selection ...114 Identification Number . 165 Shifting the 5-Speed M a n u a l ...86 Shifting the Automatic .. 88 Tread Wear ...169 Trip Meter ...31 Underside, C l e a n i n g ...138...
Owner's Manual
Page 184
...T105/80D13 U.S.: EX, Canada: Si T105/70D14 U.S.: EX with ABS option T135/70D15 Other Tire Size Information See label in the glove box. 5 Speed Manual Transmission Oil SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity API SF or SG grade recommended Capacity: 1.9 U.S. gal (45 l, 9.9 Imp gal) Recommended Engine Oil API SG... 3.5 U.S. qt (2.7 l, 2.4 Imp qt) Gas Station Information Gasoline UNLEADED gasoline Pump octane of 86 or higher Fuel Tank Capacity 11.9 U.S. qt (1.8 l, 1.6 Imp qt) Automatic Transmission Fluid Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid or an equivalent DEXRON® II type Automatic...
...T105/80D13 U.S.: EX, Canada: Si T105/70D14 U.S.: EX with ABS option T135/70D15 Other Tire Size Information See label in the glove box. 5 Speed Manual Transmission Oil SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity API SF or SG grade recommended Capacity: 1.9 U.S. gal (45 l, 9.9 Imp gal) Recommended Engine Oil API SG... 3.5 U.S. qt (2.7 l, 2.4 Imp qt) Gas Station Information Gasoline UNLEADED gasoline Pump octane of 86 or higher Fuel Tank Capacity 11.9 U.S. qt (1.8 l, 1.6 Imp qt) Automatic Transmission Fluid Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid or an equivalent DEXRON® II type Automatic...