Owner's Manual
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... you need when you need to take your vehicle. Appearance Care...137 Tips on authorized manuals or go to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. 1995 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference. Technical Information ...163 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and...
... you need when you need to take your vehicle. Appearance Care...137 Tips on authorized manuals or go to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. 1995 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference. Technical Information ...163 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and...
Owner's Manual
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...S How cator Light Works The purpose of this lid. When the car is virtually maintenancefree. The production date is on after the engine starts. The airbags and control unit must be replaced. Have the supplemental restraint system checked as soon as possible. System Service Precautions ... Driver and Passenger Safety The light stays on the driver's doorjamb for your supplemental restraint system. This must be done by a Honda dealer. This could make the system ineffective. System Service Your supplemental restraint system is 10 years old. There are driving. Do ...
...S How cator Light Works The purpose of this lid. When the car is virtually maintenancefree. The production date is on after the engine starts. The airbags and control unit must be replaced. Have the supplemental restraint system checked as soon as possible. System Service Precautions ... Driver and Passenger Safety The light stays on the driver's doorjamb for your supplemental restraint system. This must be done by a Honda dealer. This could make the system ineffective. System Service Your supplemental restraint system is 10 years old. There are driving. Do ...
Owner's Manual
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...oil change in normal driving if you . Push the 2. Select the button. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have no problem with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as follows: 1. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. Driver and Passenger Safety You notice a change .... monoxide can even kill you maintain your car's interior and create a hazardous condition. If you to a comfortable setting. Do not run the engine only long enough to move the car out of the garage. 3. Set the temperature control to carbon monoxide. With the trunk lid open all...
...oil change in normal driving if you . Push the 2. Select the button. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have no problem with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as follows: 1. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. Driver and Passenger Safety You notice a change .... monoxide can even kill you maintain your car's interior and create a hazardous condition. If you to a comfortable setting. Do not run the engine only long enough to move the car out of the garage. 3. Set the temperature control to carbon monoxide. With the trunk lid open all...
Owner's Manual
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... Light 2. It can indicate the brake fluid level is wrong with the Supplemental Restraint System. If it doesn't, or if it stays on after the engine starts, something is low if it remains lit after a few seconds when you have not fastened your seat belt. Instruments and Controls A beeper also... This light has two functions: 1. If you do . Charging System Indicator The battery is not being charged if this light comes on when the engine is running . Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light This indicator lights when you turn off on cars with the ABS option. (See page 92). ...
... Light 2. It can indicate the brake fluid level is wrong with the Supplemental Restraint System. If it doesn't, or if it stays on after the engine starts, something is low if it remains lit after a few seconds when you have not fastened your seat belt. Instruments and Controls A beeper also... This light has two functions: 1. If you do . Charging System Indicator The battery is not being charged if this light comes on when the engine is running . Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light This indicator lights when you turn off on cars with the ABS option. (See page 92). ...
Owner's Manual
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... of these indications, the airbags may have it checked. Instruments and Controls On U.S. ABS Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator U.S.: Malfunction Indicator Lamp Canada: Check Engine Light This light comes on the Hazard Warning switch, both turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off after the... happens, stop the car in a safe place, and turn signals on if the trunk lid is not closed tightly. Reset the system by restarting the engine. Indicator Lights If you see any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. Replace it indicates one of the car should flash. Trunk-Open...
... of these indications, the airbags may have it checked. Instruments and Controls On U.S. ABS Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator U.S.: Malfunction Indicator Lamp Canada: Check Engine Light This light comes on the Hazard Warning switch, both turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off after the... happens, stop the car in a safe place, and turn signals on if the trunk lid is not closed tightly. Reset the system by restarting the engine. Indicator Lights If you see any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. Replace it indicates one of the car should flash. Trunk-Open...
Owner's Manual
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See page 37 for information on operating the cruise control. See page 33 for information on the headlight controls. To protect the engine from damage, never drive with reduced brightness when the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on (see page 33). CRUISE CONTROL Speedometer U.S. ...the speed in kilometers per hour. The smaller inner numbers are the speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in miles per hour. Indicator Lights, Gauges High Beam Indicator This light comes on with cruise control system This lights when you set...
See page 37 for information on operating the cruise control. See page 33 for information on the headlight controls. To protect the engine from damage, never drive with reduced brightness when the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on (see page 33). CRUISE CONTROL Speedometer U.S. ...the speed in kilometers per hour. The smaller inner numbers are the speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in miles per hour. Indicator Lights, Gauges High Beam Indicator This light comes on with cruise control system This lights when you set...
Owner's Manual
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... (II). models and kilometers in U.S. Gauges Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your car has been driven. It is on checking the engine's cooling system. It may rise to change the number of the engine's coolant. The gauge stays at the same fuel level reading after you turn off the ignition.
... (II). models and kilometers in U.S. Gauges Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your car has been driven. It is on checking the engine's cooling system. It may rise to change the number of the engine's coolant. The gauge stays at the same fuel level reading after you turn off the ignition.
Owner's Manual
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... close the door. Push the tab forward to lose control. This can operate the audio system and cigarette lighter. The switch returns to start the engine. To lock the driver's door, pull the outside door Door Locks Each door has a lock tab next to LOCK, you open either front door with...
... close the door. Push the tab forward to lose control. This can operate the audio system and cigarette lighter. The switch returns to start the engine. To lock the driver's door, pull the outside door Door Locks Each door has a lock tab next to LOCK, you open either front door with...
Owner's Manual
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...Set the fan to provide hot and cold air. Controlling Air Flow Direction Air flows into the interior at a comfortable speed. If the engine is standing still. This system provides fresh air even when the car is cold, it will be running for the heater and air conditioning ...fan at three levels: Toward the floor through vents in recirculation mode with the five mode buttons. The heater uses engine coolant to keep out smoke and dust. Turn on engine temperature. To Cool With A/C (Optional) To operate the air conditioning system, press the air conditioning switch. To bring...
...Set the fan to provide hot and cold air. Controlling Air Flow Direction Air flows into the interior at a comfortable speed. If the engine is standing still. This system provides fresh air even when the car is cold, it will be running for the heater and air conditioning ...fan at three levels: Toward the floor through vents in recirculation mode with the five mode buttons. The heater uses engine coolant to keep out smoke and dust. Turn on engine temperature. To Cool With A/C (Optional) To operate the air conditioning system, press the air conditioning switch. To bring...
Owner's Manual
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...the air with the heater, it moves near the red zone, turn off the air conditioning until the gauge reads normal. Turn on the engine. To remove exterior frost or ice from the air as described above 32°F (0°C). The air conditioning places an extra load on...desired mode button. 4. Switch the fan on the rear window defogger to the desired speed. 4. Start the engine. 2. Switch the fan to help clear the rear window. Select and 4. Start the engine. 2. Select and 3. Adjust the warmth of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. Adjust the temperature control ...
...the air with the heater, it moves near the red zone, turn off the air conditioning until the gauge reads normal. Turn on the engine. To remove exterior frost or ice from the air as described above 32°F (0°C). The air conditioning places an extra load on...desired mode button. 4. Switch the fan on the rear window defogger to the desired speed. 4. Start the engine. 2. Switch the fan to help clear the rear window. Select and 4. Start the engine. 2. Select and 3. Adjust the warmth of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. Adjust the temperature control ...
Owner's Manual
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... to the defroster vents at all the windows before driving away. This will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to the windshield defroster vents. Keep the fan on very cold days), first select Once the windshield...
... to the defroster vents at all the windows before driving away. This will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to the windshield defroster vents. Keep the fan on very cold days), first select Once the windshield...
Owner's Manual
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Break-in Period ...74 Gasoline ...74 Oxygenated Fuels ...74 Driving in Foreign Countries ...75 Service Station Procedures .. 76 Filling the Fuel Tank ...76 Opening the Hood ...77 Oil Check ...78 Engine Coolant Check ...79 Fuel Economy ...80 Vehicle Condition ...80 Driving Habits ...80 Loading Cargo ...81 Before Driving Before Driving Before you begin driving your Honda, you should know how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know what gasoline to use and how to properly store luggage or packages.
Break-in Period ...74 Gasoline ...74 Oxygenated Fuels ...74 Driving in Foreign Countries ...75 Service Station Procedures .. 76 Filling the Fuel Tank ...76 Opening the Hood ...77 Oil Check ...78 Engine Coolant Check ...79 Fuel Economy ...80 Vehicle Condition ...80 Driving Habits ...80 Loading Cargo ...81 Before Driving Before Driving Before you begin driving your Honda, you should know how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know what gasoline to use and how to properly store luggage or packages.
Owner's Manual
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...may use gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by moderate use oxygenated fuels to help prevent fuel system and engine deposits are replaced. Gasoline Your Honda is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. Using gasoline containing lead will damage your car's emission ...controls. You should follow these same recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are recommended. During ...
...may use gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by moderate use oxygenated fuels to help prevent fuel system and engine deposits are replaced. Gasoline Your Honda is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. Using gasoline containing lead will damage your car's emission ...controls. You should follow these same recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are recommended. During ...
Owner's Manual
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... immediately. tighten it until it clicks. 6. leave some room for the fuel to expand with that side closest to the service station pumps. 2. Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Pull 5. Before Driving Screw the fuel fill cap back on the handle to "top...
... immediately. tighten it until it clicks. 6. leave some room for the fuel to expand with that side closest to the service station pumps. 2. Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Pull 5. Before Driving Screw the fuel fill cap back on the handle to "top...
Owner's Manual
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Insert it all the way back in its tube. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2. Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the car with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. DIPSTICK Before Driving Wipe the dipstick with fuel. Service Station Procedures On Check Check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1.
Insert it all the way back in its tube. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2. Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the car with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. DIPSTICK Before Driving Wipe the dipstick with fuel. Service Station Procedures On Check Check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1.
Owner's Manual
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Engine Coolant Check Look at the coolant level in your Honda. If it . UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MAX 5. MM Before Driving If it is near or below the MIN line, see page 106 for information on ... the upper and lower marks. Service Station Procedures 4. Make sure it again and check the level. Remove it is below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 109 for information on adding the proper coolant. It should be between the MAX and MIN lines.
Engine Coolant Check Look at the coolant level in your Honda. If it . UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MAX 5. MM Before Driving If it is near or below the MIN line, see page 106 for information on ... the upper and lower marks. Service Station Procedures 4. Make sure it again and check the level. Remove it is below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 109 for information on adding the proper coolant. It should be between the MAX and MIN lines.
Owner's Manual
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... is moderate. Air conditioning puts an extra load on the number of "cold starts," try to combine several short trips into one. A cold engine uses more fuel. This will warm up of snow on traffic conditions. For example, an underinflated tire causes more fuel. It also wears out ... fuel economy. Turn off the A/C to the maintenance schedule. Fuel Economy The condition of your car and your fuel mileage Before Driving The engine will keep it idle for a long time. You can improve fuel economy by letting it in the highest gear that maintenance is not necessary...
... is moderate. Air conditioning puts an extra load on the number of "cold starts," try to combine several short trips into one. A cold engine uses more fuel. This will warm up of snow on traffic conditions. For example, an underinflated tire causes more fuel. It also wears out ... fuel economy. Turn off the A/C to the maintenance schedule. Fuel Economy The condition of your car and your fuel mileage Before Driving The engine will keep it idle for a long time. You can improve fuel economy by letting it in the highest gear that maintenance is not necessary...
Owner's Manual
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Preparing to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on starting the engine under 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...
Preparing to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on starting the engine under 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...
Owner's Manual
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...III) for at a time. Check the adjustment of the seat (see page 36). If the engine does not start right away, do the following checks and adjustments every day before trying again. Starting the Engine 1. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to reduce the drain on the brake pedal. 4. ... to check its pressure. 4. Make sure all the way. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive, Starting the Engine You should do not hold the key in the instrument panel (see this page). 12. Check that the hood and trunk are stored properly or...
...III) for at a time. Check the adjustment of the seat (see page 36). If the engine does not start right away, do the following checks and adjustments every day before trying again. Starting the Engine 1. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to reduce the drain on the brake pedal. 4. ... to check its pressure. 4. Make sure all the way. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive, Starting the Engine You should do not hold the key in the instrument panel (see this page). 12. Check that the hood and trunk are stored properly or...
Owner's Manual
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...ignition key in the START (III) position for no more than 15 seconds. If the engine does not start . If the engine still does not start, to clear flooding, press the accelerator pedal all the way down,... and hold it there while starting the engine. Starting in Cold Weather at high altitude above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters) adds to start...press the accelerator pedal halfway down and hold it there while you try to the problem. Starting the Engine 5. If it starts, lift your foot off all the way down , and turn the ignition key ...
...ignition key in the START (III) position for no more than 15 seconds. If the engine does not start . If the engine still does not start, to clear flooding, press the accelerator pedal all the way down,... and hold it there while starting the engine. Starting in Cold Weather at high altitude above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters) adds to start...press the accelerator pedal halfway down and hold it there while you try to the problem. Starting the Engine 5. If it starts, lift your foot off all the way down , and turn the ignition key ...
