Owner's Manual
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... to order manuals and other convenience features. Driving ...83 The proper way to look for if your vehicle to handle them. Things to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Instruments and Controls ...25 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to contact us. Technical ... this manual) to www.helminc.com. For a printed owner's manual, click on cleaning and protecting your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. 1995 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference.
... to order manuals and other convenience features. Driving ...83 The proper way to look for if your vehicle to handle them. Things to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Instruments and Controls ...25 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to contact us. Technical ... this manual) to www.helminc.com. For a printed owner's manual, click on cleaning and protecting your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. 1995 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference.
Owner's Manual
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... top of the supplemental restraint system. System Service Precautions Do not modify your car that you have the system serviced by an authorized Honda dealer: If your convenience. Tell anyone who works on your steering wheel or any objects on when you are no parts you can...lid marked SRS. Otherwise, your airbags might the SRS IndiS R S How cator Light Works The purpose of the SRS light on after the engine starts. Do not try to remove or discard the airbags by a Honda dealer. This could make the system ineffective. Failure to inflate inadvertently, possibly injuring someone .
... top of the supplemental restraint system. System Service Precautions Do not modify your car that you have the system serviced by an authorized Honda dealer: If your convenience. Tell anyone who works on your steering wheel or any objects on when you are no parts you can...lid marked SRS. Otherwise, your airbags might the SRS IndiS R S How cator Light Works The purpose of the SRS light on after the engine starts. Do not try to remove or discard the airbags by a Honda dealer. This could make the system ineffective. Failure to inflate inadvertently, possibly injuring someone .
Owner's Manual
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...open, open , air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car properly. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have no problem with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as shown below. Driver and Passenger Safety You should have damaged the underside. If you . mode. ... comfortable setting. Select the button. Carbon monoxide gas is raised for leaks whenever: The car is toxic. Do not run the engine with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the car out of carbon monoxide can get into the trunk. Even with the garage door closed.
...open, open , air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car properly. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have no problem with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as shown below. Driver and Passenger Safety You should have damaged the underside. If you . mode. ... comfortable setting. Select the button. Carbon monoxide gas is raised for leaks whenever: The car is toxic. Do not run the engine with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the car out of carbon monoxide can get into the trunk. Even with the garage door closed.
Owner's Manual
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... be severely damaged if this light comes on cars with the ABS option. (See page 92). It may also flash on when the engine is running . This is low if it stays on until you turn the ignition ON (II). U.S. Canada BRAKE Parking Brake and Brake ...System Indicator Light 2. If it doesn't, or if it remains lit after the engine starts, something is running . If you release the parking brake or comes on while driving. Have your seat belt. SRS Supplemental Restraint System Indicator...
... be severely damaged if this light comes on cars with the ABS option. (See page 92). It may also flash on when the engine is running . This is low if it stays on until you turn the ignition ON (II). U.S. Canada BRAKE Parking Brake and Brake ...System Indicator Light 2. If it doesn't, or if it remains lit after the engine starts, something is running . If you release the parking brake or comes on while driving. Have your seat belt. SRS Supplemental Restraint System Indicator...
Owner's Manual
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...ignition switch ON (II). the car to your dealer to do. ABS Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator U.S.: Malfunction Indicator Lamp Canada: Check Engine Light This light comes on for diagnosis and service. Watch the ABS light. When you signal a lane change or turn signal lights blink. All turn... out (see any other drivers cannot see page 92) This light normally comes on when you are signaling. Reset the system by restarting the engine. Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal light blinks when you turn on , your dealer promptly for a few ...
...ignition switch ON (II). the car to your dealer to do. ABS Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator U.S.: Malfunction Indicator Lamp Canada: Check Engine Light This light comes on for diagnosis and service. Watch the ABS light. When you signal a lane change or turn signal lights blink. All turn... out (see any other drivers cannot see page 92) This light normally comes on when you are signaling. Reset the system by restarting the engine. Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal light blinks when you turn on , your dealer promptly for a few ...
Owner's Manual
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... Models This shows your speed in miles per hour. The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per hour. To protect the engine from damage, never drive with cruise control system This lights when you set the cruise control. The smaller inner numbers are the speed in...Canadian Models This shows your speed in kilometers per hour. See page 33 for information on the headlight controls. Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in the red zone. Canada Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Indicator On Canadian models, this indicator comes on cars equipped with the ...
... Models This shows your speed in miles per hour. The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per hour. To protect the engine from damage, never drive with cruise control system This lights when you set the cruise control. The smaller inner numbers are the speed in...Canadian Models This shows your speed in kilometers per hour. See page 33 for information on the headlight controls. Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in the red zone. Canada Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Indicator On Canadian models, this indicator comes on cars equipped with the ...
Owner's Manual
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...temperature of the gauge. To reset it reaches the red (hot) mark, pull safely to page 152 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system. Gauges Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your car has been driven. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you turn ... Turn to the side of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to about the middle of the engine's coolant. When you last reset it. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to the new reading after you have...
...temperature of the gauge. To reset it reaches the red (hot) mark, pull safely to page 152 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system. Gauges Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your car has been driven. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you turn ... Turn to the side of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to about the middle of the engine's coolant. When you last reset it. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to the new reading after you have...
Owner's Manual
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... tab forward, and close the door. The anti-theft lock will hear a reminder beeper if you may have to turn it backward to start the engine. This is the normal key position when driving. The switch returns to ON when you to the inside door handle. To lock the passenger's door...
... tab forward, and close the door. The anti-theft lock will hear a reminder beeper if you may have to turn it backward to start the engine. This is the normal key position when driving. The switch returns to ON when you to the inside door handle. To lock the passenger's door...
Owner's Manual
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...through the dash vents and toward the windshield and side windows You select the air flow level or combination of the windshield. Start the engine. 2. Select and When the interior reaches a comfortable temperature, close Comfort and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling Use mode to heat or ... be running for the heater and air conditioning system to keep out smoke and dust. Set the fan to maximum speed. 4. Turn on engine temperature. Open the windows partially. 5. Set the fan to the desired speed. It circulates through the interior then exits through ventilation system. ...
...through the dash vents and toward the windshield and side windows You select the air flow level or combination of the windshield. Start the engine. 2. Select and When the interior reaches a comfortable temperature, close Comfort and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling Use mode to heat or ... be running for the heater and air conditioning system to keep out smoke and dust. Set the fan to maximum speed. 4. Turn on engine temperature. Open the windows partially. 5. Set the fan to the desired speed. It circulates through the interior then exits through ventilation system. ...
Owner's Manual
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... the interior: 1. Adjust the temperature control lever so the mixture of the windows: 1. Turn on . 2. Switch the fan on the engine. Select and Comfort and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling the windows, and set the system for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above... the defroster vents feels warm. 5. Turn on the air conditioning. 3. Select and press any desired mode button. 4. Start the engine. 2. Select and 4. Adjust the temperature control lever so the airflow from the inside of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. Start the...
... the interior: 1. Adjust the temperature control lever so the mixture of the windows: 1. Turn on . 2. Switch the fan on the engine. Select and Comfort and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling the windows, and set the system for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above... the defroster vents feels warm. 5. Turn on the air conditioning. 3. Select and press any desired mode button. 4. Start the engine. 2. Select and 4. Adjust the temperature control lever so the airflow from the inside of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. Start the...
Owner's Manual
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.... Comfort and Convenience Features The air flow will send more warm air to maximum. This will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up enough to the defroster vents at all other times so stale air does not build up in cold weather, until the... engine coolant warms up . You should only shut the system completely off the system temporarily, slide the fan speed and temperature control levers all the windows ...
.... Comfort and Convenience Features The air flow will send more warm air to maximum. This will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up enough to the defroster vents at all other times so stale air does not build up in cold weather, until the... engine coolant warms up . You should only shut the system completely off the system temporarily, slide the fan speed and temperature control levers all the windows ...
Owner's Manual
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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. 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.
Owner's Manual
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... require this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. If you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). Gasoline Your Honda is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. Use an unleaded gasoline with alcohol or an ether compound. Use of a lower-octane... gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can void certain parts of 86 or higher. This contributes to operate most effectively on the pump. Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are...
... require this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. If you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). Gasoline Your Honda is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. Use an unleaded gasoline with alcohol or an ether compound. Use of a lower-octane... gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can void certain parts of 86 or higher. This contributes to operate most effectively on the pump. Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are...
Owner's Manual
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Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Before Driving You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Wipe up spills immediately. Push ...
Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Before Driving You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Wipe up spills immediately. Push ...
Owner's Manual
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Insert it all the way back in its tube. DIPSTICK Before Driving Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the car with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2. 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. DIPSTICK Before Driving Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the car with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2. 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. MM Before Driving If it is between the upper and lower marks. UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MAX 5. It should be between the MAX and MIN ... Periodic Checks on page 104 for information on checking other items in the radiator reserve tank. Remove it is below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 109 for information on adding the proper coolant. If it . Service Station Procedures 4. Make sure it again and check the level...
Engine Coolant Check Look at the coolant level in your Honda. MM Before Driving If it is between the upper and lower marks. UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MAX 5. It should be between the MAX and MIN ... Periodic Checks on page 104 for information on checking other items in the radiator reserve tank. Remove it is below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 109 for information on adding the proper coolant. If it . Service Station Procedures 4. Make sure it again and check the level...
Owner's Manual
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... up of corrosion. Maintain a constant speed while cruising, depending on the number of "cold starts," try to increase fuel economy. A cold engine uses more fuel. You can improve fuel economy by letting it in the highest gear that maintenance is the Periodic Checks (see page 104). ...it use . Always drive in top operating condition. This will warm up " a cold engine by driving moderately. It also wears out faster, so check the tire pressure at least monthly. For example, an underinflated tire causes more fuel....
... up of corrosion. Maintain a constant speed while cruising, depending on the number of "cold starts," try to increase fuel economy. A cold engine uses more fuel. You can improve fuel economy by letting it in the highest gear that maintenance is the Periodic Checks (see page 104). ...it use . Always drive in top operating condition. This will warm up " a cold engine by driving moderately. It also wears out faster, so check the tire pressure at least monthly. For example, an underinflated tire causes more fuel....
Owner's Manual
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... car's braking system. 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...
... car's braking system. 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...
Owner's Manual
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... indicator lights in Park. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to check its pressure. 4. Press on the battery. 3. If the engine does not start right away, do the following checks and adjustments every day before trying again. Driving 8. Manual transmission: Push the clutch pedal...sure the shift lever is depressed. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to the START (III) position. Fasten your car. 1. Starting the Engine 1. Visually check the tires. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 48). 7. Apply the parking brake. 2. Check the ...
... indicator lights in Park. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to check its pressure. 4. Press on the battery. 3. If the engine does not start right away, do the following checks and adjustments every day before trying again. Driving 8. Manual transmission: Push the clutch pedal...sure the shift lever is depressed. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to the START (III) position. Fasten your car. 1. Starting the Engine 1. Visually check the tires. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 48). 7. Apply the parking brake. 2. Check the ...
Owner's Manual
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...starts, lift your foot off all the way down , and hold it there while starting the engine. If the engine still does not start, to clear flooding, press the accelerator pedal all the way down and ...it there while you try to start in START (III) for more than 15 seconds. If the engine fails to the floor, and hold the ignition key in step 2, push the accelerator pedal all electrical... accessories to the START (III) position. If the engine does not start in the START (III) position for no more than 15 seconds. As before, keep...
...starts, lift your foot off all the way down , and hold it there while starting the engine. If the engine still does not start, to clear flooding, press the accelerator pedal all the way down and ...it there while you try to start in START (III) for more than 15 seconds. If the engine fails to the floor, and hold the ignition key in step 2, push the accelerator pedal all electrical... accessories to the START (III) position. If the engine does not start in the START (III) position for no more than 15 seconds. As before, keep...