Owner's Manual
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... your car's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. Index ...I Service Information Summary A summary of your new Honda, and how to www.helminc.com. 2003 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...ii Your Car...A summary of the Unexpected ...257 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to the fuel pump. Maintenance ...189 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you pull up to handle them. v w Driving ...169 The proper way to navigate through this ...
... your car's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. Index ...I Service Information Summary A summary of your new Honda, and how to www.helminc.com. 2003 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...ii Your Car...A summary of the Unexpected ...257 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to the fuel pump. Maintenance ...189 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you pull up to handle them. v w Driving ...169 The proper way to navigate through this ...
Owner's Manual
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... (see page 81 ). Refer to the Maintenance Schedules for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages 194 198 . This indicator also blinks several times when you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km) after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it is time ...000 miles (16,000 km) this indicator will light for two seconds when you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) without having the scheduled maintenance performed, this indicator will come on for two seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it will remain on as a ...
... (see page 81 ). Refer to the Maintenance Schedules for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages 194 198 . This indicator also blinks several times when you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km) after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it is time ...000 miles (16,000 km) this indicator will light for two seconds when you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) without having the scheduled maintenance performed, this indicator will come on for two seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it will remain on as a ...
Owner's Manual
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... (300 km). In Canada, some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing additive called MMT. If this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Gasoline Your Honda is designed to how you use for service. 156 Before Driving Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in Period Help assure your car's future reliability and... engine deposits. You should follow these same recommendations with a pump octane number of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise in the maintenance schedule. This contributes to mechanical damage.
... (300 km). In Canada, some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing additive called MMT. If this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Gasoline Your Honda is designed to how you use for service. 156 Before Driving Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in Period Help assure your car's future reliability and... engine deposits. You should follow these same recommendations with a pump octane number of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise in the maintenance schedule. This contributes to mechanical damage.
Owner's Manual
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... resistance,'' which makes it is outside air temperature is moderate. 162 Before Driving Depending on traffic conditions, try to the maintenance schedule. It is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 201 ). An important part of corrosion. For example, an underinflated tire causes more fuel. You can...on the engine which uses fuel. The air conditioning puts an extra load on your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of that maintenance is not necessary to run and accelerate smoothly. Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking use . A cold engine uses more ...
... resistance,'' which makes it is outside air temperature is moderate. 162 Before Driving Depending on traffic conditions, try to the maintenance schedule. It is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 201 ). An important part of corrosion. For example, an underinflated tire causes more fuel. You can...on the engine which uses fuel. The air conditioning puts an extra load on your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of that maintenance is not necessary to run and accelerate smoothly. Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking use . A cold engine uses more ...
Owner's Manual
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......239 Headlight Aiming ...241 Replacing Bulbs ...241 Storing Your Car ...248 Maintenance 189 Maintenance Safety ...190 Important Safety Precautions .. 191 Maintenance Schedule ...192 Required Maintenance Record ...199 Owner Maintenance Checks ...201 Fluid Locations...202 Engine Oil ...203 Adding Oil...203 Recommended...Honda, you may want to obtain a copy, or see your car well maintained and how to purchase the Service Manual. If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to take care of yourself. This section also includes Maintenance Schedules...
......239 Headlight Aiming ...241 Replacing Bulbs ...241 Storing Your Car ...248 Maintenance 189 Maintenance Safety ...190 Important Safety Precautions .. 191 Maintenance Schedule ...192 Required Maintenance Record ...199 Owner Maintenance Checks ...201 Fluid Locations...202 Engine Oil ...203 Adding Oil...203 Recommended...Honda, you may want to obtain a copy, or see your car well maintained and how to purchase the Service Manual. If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to take care of yourself. This section also includes Maintenance Schedules...
Owner's Manual
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...attention. Driving with the proper octane rating (see page 156 ). Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you should also follow these recommendations: Avoid exceeding your car MAINLY under one of the Maintenance Schedules on the following conditions. This puts excess stress on the engine...if you drive your car's load limit. Drive your car regularly over 90°F (32°C)] conditions. Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for passengers and their possessions. Driving in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip or, in ...
...attention. Driving with the proper octane rating (see page 156 ). Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you should also follow these recommendations: Avoid exceeding your car MAINLY under one of the Maintenance Schedules on the following conditions. This puts excess stress on the engine...if you drive your car's load limit. Drive your car regularly over 90°F (32°C)] conditions. Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for passengers and their possessions. Driving in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip or, in ...
Owner's Manual
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... mandatory to ensure long-term reliability. U.S. Your authorized Honda dealer knows your car best and can be confident of automotive service. Check your warranty booklet for Normal Conditions. Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement or repair of completion, and have maintenance done. According to state and federal regulations, failure...
... mandatory to ensure long-term reliability. U.S. Your authorized Honda dealer knows your car best and can be confident of automotive service. Check your warranty booklet for Normal Conditions. Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement or repair of completion, and have maintenance done. According to state and federal regulations, failure...
Owner's Manual
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... 30 48 24 40 64 50 80 36 60 96 70 112 48 80 128 90 144 60 100 160 110 176 72 120 192 Maintenance Schedule for replacement information under special driving conditions. 2: Replace at the recommended intervals. Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) Every 110,000 miles (176,000... the following items at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years, then every 90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 5 years. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 193 . 194 Maintenance Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first.
... 30 48 24 40 64 50 80 36 60 96 70 112 48 80 128 90 144 60 100 160 110 176 72 120 192 Maintenance Schedule for replacement information under special driving conditions. 2: Replace at the recommended intervals. Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) Every 110,000 miles (176,000... the following items at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years, then every 90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 5 years. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 193 . 194 Maintenance Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first.
Owner's Manual
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...B, C. Do items in D. A B Replace engine oil. Inspect front and rear brakes. Service at each fuel stop. Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for replacement information under special driving conditions. 2: Replace at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years, then every 90,000 miles ...Do items in A. Inspect exhaust system. U.S. Do items in A, B, C. Replace transmission fluid (CVT). Do item in A, B. Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions (listed by distance/time) C D 1: See dust and pollen filter on page 235 ). Owners Refer to page 192 to ...
...B, C. Do items in D. A B Replace engine oil. Inspect front and rear brakes. Service at each fuel stop. Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for replacement information under special driving conditions. 2: Replace at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years, then every 90,000 miles ...Do items in A. Inspect exhaust system. U.S. Do items in A, B, C. Replace transmission fluid (CVT). Do item in A, B. Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions (listed by distance/time) C D 1: See dust and pollen filter on page 235 ). Owners Refer to page 192 to ...
Owner's Manual
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... 16 12 20 32 30 48 40 64 50 80 60 96 70 112 80 128 90 144 100 160 110 176 72 120 192 Maintenance Schedule for replacement information under special driving conditions. 2 : See timing belt on page 231 for Severe Conditions Replace engine oil Rotate tires (Check tire inflation... the following items at the recommended intervals. Replace air cleaner element Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) in dusty conditions, otherwise use normal schedule Replace spark plugs Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km) Inspect valve clearance Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only ...
... 16 12 20 32 30 48 40 64 50 80 60 96 70 112 80 128 90 144 100 160 110 176 72 120 192 Maintenance Schedule for replacement information under special driving conditions. 2 : See timing belt on page 231 for Severe Conditions Replace engine oil Rotate tires (Check tire inflation... the following items at the recommended intervals. Replace air cleaner element Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) in dusty conditions, otherwise use normal schedule Replace spark plugs Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km) Inspect valve clearance Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only ...
Owner's Manual
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...in A. Replace transmission fluid (A/T). Do item in A, B, C. A B Replace engine oil. Inspect driveshaft boots. Inspect exhaust system. U.S. Use the Maintenance Schedule for leaks. Do item in A, B, C. Do items in E. Do item in E. Do item in A. Lubricate all lights. Inspect tie rod ...fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check for Severe Conditions. Check all hinges, locks, and latches. Inspect and adjust drive belts. Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time) C D E 1 : See dust and pollen filter on page 229 for replacement information...
...in A. Replace transmission fluid (A/T). Do item in A, B, C. A B Replace engine oil. Inspect driveshaft boots. Inspect exhaust system. U.S. Use the Maintenance Schedule for leaks. Do item in A, B, C. Do items in E. Do item in E. Do item in A. Lubricate all lights. Inspect tie rod ...fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check for Severe Conditions. Check all hinges, locks, and latches. Inspect and adjust drive belts. Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time) C D E 1 : See dust and pollen filter on page 229 for replacement information...
Owner's Manual
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... items in A. Inspect idle speed. Replace spark plugs. Do item in A, B. Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy. 198 Maintenance Do item in A, B, C, D. Replace engine coolant then replace every 60,000 mi/96,000 km/5 yrs. 1 : See dust and pollen filter...of mileage) Do item in A. Do items in E. NOTE: Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. Maintenance Schedule for replacement information under special driving conditions. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 193 . Do item in E. Replace transmission fluid (A/T).
... items in A. Inspect idle speed. Replace spark plugs. Do item in A, B. Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy. 198 Maintenance Do item in A, B, C, D. Replace engine coolant then replace every 60,000 mi/96,000 km/5 yrs. 1 : See dust and pollen filter...of mileage) Do item in A. Do items in E. NOTE: Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. Maintenance Schedule for replacement information under special driving conditions. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 193 . Do item in E. Replace transmission fluid (A/T).
Owner's Manual
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...viscosity or weight. Ambient Temperature 204 Maintenance Additives may use less fuel. Additives Your Honda does not require any oil additives. Engine Oil The SAE number tells you must follow the oil and filter change intervals given in the maintenance schedule. Select the oil for yearround protection... of your Honda, to improve cold weather starting,...
...viscosity or weight. Ambient Temperature 204 Maintenance Additives may use less fuel. Additives Your Honda does not require any oil additives. Engine Oil The SAE number tells you must follow the oil and filter change intervals given in the maintenance schedule. Select the oil for yearround protection... of your Honda, to improve cold weather starting,...
Owner's Manual
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...remaining oil drain. Install a new oil filter according to instructions that can damage your Honda dealer) is required to the time and distance (miles/kilometers) recommendations in the maintenance schedule. The car should have the knowledge and proper equipment, you have this service. Drain... the oil into an appropriate container. 3. CONTINUED Maintenance 205 Open the hood and remove the engine oil fill ...
...remaining oil drain. Install a new oil filter according to instructions that can damage your Honda dealer) is required to the time and distance (miles/kilometers) recommendations in the maintenance schedule. The car should have the knowledge and proper equipment, you have this service. Drain... the oil into an appropriate container. 3. CONTINUED Maintenance 205 Open the hood and remove the engine oil fill ...
Owner's Manual
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...drained and refilled with new coolant according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Remove the drain bolt and washer from the engine block. Open the hood. Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze/ Coolant Type 2. Turn off the ignition. Loosen the drain plug... on the bottom of the car. Drain the coolant into an appropriate container. CONTINUED Maintenance 209 Remove the radiator cap. 3. DRAIN PLUG DRAIN...
...drained and refilled with new coolant according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Remove the drain bolt and washer from the engine block. Open the hood. Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze/ Coolant Type 2. Turn off the ignition. Loosen the drain plug... on the bottom of the car. Drain the coolant into an appropriate container. CONTINUED Maintenance 209 Remove the radiator cap. 3. DRAIN PLUG DRAIN...
Owner's Manual
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... into the filler hole to bring it is not available, you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as shown in the maintenance schedule. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid), then drive the vehicle a short distance. Then drain and refill the transmission a final time. 6. The transmission...
... into the filler hole to bring it is not available, you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as shown in the maintenance schedule. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid), then drive the vehicle a short distance. Then drain and refill the transmission a final time. 6. The transmission...
Owner's Manual
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.... The transmission should be drained and refilled with your finger. If it is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it securely. 216 Maintenance Check the fluid level in the maintenance schedule. They are up to the time and distance recommendations in the reservoirs monthly. Remove the transmission... starts to run out of the bolt hole. The fluid level should be up to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives and continued use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor oil...
.... The transmission should be drained and refilled with your finger. If it is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it securely. 216 Maintenance Check the fluid level in the maintenance schedule. They are up to the time and distance recommendations in the reservoirs monthly. Remove the transmission... starts to run out of the bolt hole. The fluid level should be up to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives and continued use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor oil...
Owner's Manual
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... a damp rag. 4. Remove the old air cleaner element. 3. Replacement BOLTS BOLTS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT To replace it: 1. Place the new air cleaner element in the maintenance schedule. Carefully clean the inside the air cleaner housing in the engine compartment. Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be replaced according to the...
... a damp rag. 4. Remove the old air cleaner element. 3. Replacement BOLTS BOLTS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT To replace it: 1. Place the new air cleaner element in the maintenance schedule. Carefully clean the inside the air cleaner housing in the engine compartment. Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be replaced according to the...
Owner's Manual
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Hood Latch PIVOTS LATCH ASSEMBLY Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cleaner, then lubricate it with a multipurpose grease. Lubricate all the moving parts (as shown), including the pivot. Follow the time and distance recommendations in the Maintenance Schedule. If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer. 220 Maintenance
Hood Latch PIVOTS LATCH ASSEMBLY Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cleaner, then lubricate it with a multipurpose grease. Lubricate all the moving parts (as shown), including the pivot. Follow the time and distance recommendations in the Maintenance Schedule. If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer. 220 Maintenance
Owner's Manual
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... wires. Clean off any dirt and oil that have collected around the ignition coils. 3. Spark Plugs The spark plugs in the maintenance schedule. Replacement CLIPS CONNECTOR LOCK TAB IGNITION COIL 1. CONTINUED Maintenance 221 Disconnect the wire connector from the ignition coil by turning the two clips one quarter turn counterclockwise. 2. Pull on the...
... wires. Clean off any dirt and oil that have collected around the ignition coils. 3. Spark Plugs The spark plugs in the maintenance schedule. Replacement CLIPS CONNECTOR LOCK TAB IGNITION COIL 1. CONTINUED Maintenance 221 Disconnect the wire connector from the ignition coil by turning the two clips one quarter turn counterclockwise. 2. Pull on the...