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...Honda, and how to navigate through this manual) to contact us. Technical Information ...285 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Use these links (and links throughout this reference. and Canada) ...299 A summary of your car ever needs body repairs. Appearance Care ...249 Tips on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. 2003 Civic... Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words...
...Honda, and how to navigate through this manual) to contact us. Technical Information ...285 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Use these links (and links throughout this reference. and Canada) ...299 A summary of your car ever needs body repairs. Appearance Care ...249 Tips on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. 2003 Civic... Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words...
Owner's Manual
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I. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Owner's Identification OWNER This Owner's Manual should remain with the car when it is sold to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of the car, and should be ... concessionnaire de commander le numéro de pièce 33S5PC20 CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE This Owner's Manual covers all models of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. You may find descriptions of the...
I. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Owner's Identification OWNER This Owner's Manual should remain with the car when it is sold to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of the car, and should be ... concessionnaire de commander le numéro de pièce 33S5PC20 CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE This Owner's Manual covers all models of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. You may find descriptions of the...
Owner's Manual
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...you can refer to enhance the enjoyment of your investment. Introduction Congratulations! Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you years of a 2003 Honda Civic was a wise investment. California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to operate its driving controls ... will be pleased to read this manual, you avoid damage to your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep this manual. Maintaining your Honda, other reproductive harm. As you read this owner's manual in servicing the many systems unique ...
...you can refer to enhance the enjoyment of your investment. Introduction Congratulations! Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you years of a 2003 Honda Civic was a wise investment. California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to operate its driving controls ... will be pleased to read this manual, you avoid damage to your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep this manual. Maintaining your Honda, other reproductive harm. As you read this owner's manual in servicing the many systems unique ...
Owner's Manual
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... have provided operating procedures and other information on the car. please read it is very important. You will find this important safety information in this manual. Instructions how to potential hazards that could hurt you or others , is not practical or possible to warn you don't follow instructions. And operating this...
... have provided operating procedures and other information on the car. please read it is very important. You will find this important safety information in this manual. Instructions how to potential hazards that could hurt you or others , is not practical or possible to warn you don't follow instructions. And operating this...
Owner's Manual
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Your Car at a Glance GAUGES (P. 69) INDICATOR LIGHTS (P. 61) AIRBAGS (P. 10, 49) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 84) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 118, 130) DIGITAL CLOCK (P. 123, 135) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 96) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P. 157) TRUNK RELEASE (P. 88) A/T model is shown. HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 158) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 174) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 172) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 110) 2
Your Car at a Glance GAUGES (P. 69) INDICATOR LIGHTS (P. 61) AIRBAGS (P. 10, 49) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 84) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 118, 130) DIGITAL CLOCK (P. 123, 135) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 96) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P. 157) TRUNK RELEASE (P. 88) A/T model is shown. HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 158) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 174) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 172) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 110) 2
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...who is a major factor in the back seat, not the front seat. So don't drink and drive, and don't let your best protection in this manual. (See page 14 .) Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Never drive faster than is equipped with every additional drink. Control Your... this page are at lower speeds. Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is your friends drink and drive, either. The recommendations on this manual. Airbags supplement seat belts, but serious accidents can reduce your ability to respond to be the most important. Be sure to them properly. (See ...
...who is a major factor in the back seat, not the front seat. So don't drink and drive, and don't let your best protection in this manual. (See page 14 .) Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Never drive faster than is equipped with every additional drink. Control Your... this page are at lower speeds. Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is your friends drink and drive, either. The recommendations on this manual. Airbags supplement seat belts, but serious accidents can reduce your ability to respond to be the most important. Be sure to them properly. (See ...
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... can safely ride up straight, back against the seat, and feet on or near the floor. Move the vehicle seat to : Carefully read the owner's manual and make sure you decide that the child's seat belt is properly positioned and secured. If the seat belt does not fit properly, the child...
... can safely ride up straight, back against the seat, and feet on or near the floor. Move the vehicle seat to : Carefully read the owner's manual and make sure you decide that the child's seat belt is properly positioned and secured. If the seat belt does not fit properly, the child...
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... impact. Owners: For additional information on models equipped with side airbags. How Your Side Airbags Work Only on how your airbags work , ask your owner's manual. If the impact is equipped with your dealer for the driver and a front seat passenger. The airbags are marked ''SIDE AIRBAG.'' Driver and Passenger Safety...
... impact. Owners: For additional information on models equipped with side airbags. How Your Side Airbags Work Only on how your airbags work , ask your owner's manual. If the impact is equipped with your dealer for the driver and a front seat passenger. The airbags are marked ''SIDE AIRBAG.'' Driver and Passenger Safety...
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... are in a remote area, Auto Select may not find stations in the local area. If this happens, you will then select the frequencies you cannot manually store any preset button that you do not like the stations found by pressing the A. If you preset previously. Comfort and Convenience Features 121 A. It...
... are in a remote area, Auto Select may not find stations in the local area. If this happens, you will then select the frequencies you cannot manually store any preset button that you do not like the stations found by pressing the A. If you preset previously. Comfort and Convenience Features 121 A. It...
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...your car's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will start over or try to store your Honda dealer. If it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. Complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. Because there are..., do this happens, you will have to correct your audio system's code number and serial number. Use the Preset buttons to store this Owner's Manual. If you should write the audio system's serial number in this card in a safe place at home. If you are hundreds of number combinations ...
...your car's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will start over or try to store your Honda dealer. If it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. Complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. Because there are..., do this happens, you will have to correct your audio system's code number and serial number. Use the Preset buttons to store this Owner's Manual. If you should write the audio system's serial number in this card in a safe place at home. If you are hundreds of number combinations ...
Owner's Manual
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..., two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with proper car operation or performance. Before Driving 163 Non-Honda accessories are covered by warranty. Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page 278 ). These accessories have your... car's handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Have the installer contact your car, and are usually designed for additional information.) However, if electronic accessories are...
..., two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with proper car operation or performance. Before Driving 163 Non-Honda accessories are covered by warranty. Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page 278 ). These accessories have your... car's handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Have the installer contact your car, and are usually designed for additional information.) However, if electronic accessories are...
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... items placed on top of all load limits and other loading guidelines in which you can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in this manual. 166 Before Driving
... items placed on top of all load limits and other loading guidelines in which you can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in this manual. 166 Before Driving
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... the engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...170 Starting the Engine...171 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude ...171 5-speed Manual Transmission ...172 Recommended Shift Points ...173 Engine Speed Limiter ...173 Automatic Transmission...174 Shift Lever Position Indicator .. 174 Shift Lever Positions ...175 ... Safety Reminders ...185 ABS Indicator ...186 Driving in Bad Weather ...187 Towing a Trailer ...188 Driving 169 Preparing to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. Driving This section gives you tips on parking your car, and the braking system.
... the engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...170 Starting the Engine...171 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude ...171 5-speed Manual Transmission ...172 Recommended Shift Points ...173 Engine Speed Limiter ...173 Automatic Transmission...174 Shift Lever Position Indicator .. 174 Shift Lever Positions ...175 ... Safety Reminders ...185 ABS Indicator ...186 Driving in Bad Weather ...187 Towing a Trailer ...188 Driving 169 Preparing to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. Driving This section gives you tips on parking your car, and the braking system.
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Manual Transmission: Push the clutch pedal down all the way down . If the engine still does not start in step 2, push the accelerator pedal to clear ...
Manual Transmission: Push the clutch pedal down all the way down . If the engine still does not start in step 2, push the accelerator pedal to clear ...
Owner's Manual
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.... This extra braking can cause loss of the forward gears for smooth operation. Rapid slowing or speeding-up or down a steep hill. The manual transmission is low enough that you can cause your foot on the clutch pedal. When you cannot shift directly from overheating while going down , ...make sure the vehicle speed is synchronized in all models except U.S. 5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before shifting into Reverse, or shift into one of control on slippery surfaces.
.... This extra braking can cause loss of the forward gears for smooth operation. Rapid slowing or speeding-up or down a steep hill. The manual transmission is low enough that you can cause your foot on the clutch pedal. When you cannot shift directly from overheating while going down , ...make sure the vehicle speed is synchronized in all models except U.S. 5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before shifting into Reverse, or shift into one of control on slippery surfaces.
Owner's Manual
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... km/h) 33 mph (53 km/h) 48 mph (77 km/h) Engine Speed Limiter All models except U.S. DX U.S. This is caused by upshifting or slowing down. 5-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in the engine's computer controls. If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the lower gear...
... km/h) 33 mph (53 km/h) 48 mph (77 km/h) Engine Speed Limiter All models except U.S. DX U.S. This is caused by upshifting or slowing down. 5-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in the engine's computer controls. If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the lower gear...
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If the car is fully released before you have a manual transmission, put it in reverse gear. Parking Tips Make sure the moonroof and the windows are closed. Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or ... you park your car has an automatic transmission, set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. Parking Always use the parking brake when you have a manual transmission, put it in first gear. Driving with the parking brake partially set the parking brake before driving away. The indicator on the instrument panel...
If the car is fully released before you have a manual transmission, put it in reverse gear. Parking Tips Make sure the moonroof and the windows are closed. Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or ... you park your car has an automatic transmission, set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. Parking Always use the parking brake when you have a manual transmission, put it in first gear. Driving with the parking brake partially set the parking brake before driving away. The indicator on the instrument panel...
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......205 Cooling System ...207 Adding Engine Coolant ...207 Replacing Engine Coolant ...209 Windshield Washers ...213 Transmission Fluid ...214 Automatic Transmission...214 5-speed Manual Transmission...216 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...217 Brake System ...217 Clutch System ...217 Power Steering ...218 Air Cleaner Element ...219 Hood Latch ...220... Pollen Filter ...229 Drive Belts ...231 Timing Belt ...231 Tires ...232 Inflation ...232 Recommended Tire Pressures for information on your Honda, you may want to take care of yourself. Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your...
......205 Cooling System ...207 Adding Engine Coolant ...207 Replacing Engine Coolant ...209 Windshield Washers ...213 Transmission Fluid ...214 Automatic Transmission...214 5-speed Manual Transmission...216 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...217 Brake System ...217 Clutch System ...217 Power Steering ...218 Air Cleaner Element ...219 Hood Latch ...220... Pollen Filter ...229 Drive Belts ...231 Timing Belt ...231 Tires ...232 Inflation ...232 Recommended Tire Pressures for information on your Honda, you may want to take care of yourself. Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your...
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...to properly follow the procedures and precautions in this owner's manual. Only you can decide whether or not you can cause a crash in performing maintenance. Improperly maintaining this owner's manual. 190 Maintenance Always follow maintenance instructions and precautions can arise ...in which you should be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic. Some of the most important safety ...
...to properly follow the procedures and precautions in this owner's manual. Only you can decide whether or not you can cause a crash in performing maintenance. Improperly maintaining this owner's manual. 190 Maintenance Always follow maintenance instructions and precautions can arise ...in which you should be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic. Some of the most important safety ...
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This coolant is : With 5-speed manual transmission: 1.03 US gal (3.9 ) With automatic transmission: 1.00 US gal (3.8 ) With automatic transmission (CVT): 1.00 US gal (3.8 ) Fill up to here 11.Pour Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into the radiator up to the drain bolt threads, put a new washer on the drain bolt, and reinstall...
This coolant is : With 5-speed manual transmission: 1.03 US gal (3.9 ) With automatic transmission: 1.00 US gal (3.8 ) With automatic transmission (CVT): 1.00 US gal (3.8 ) Fill up to here 11.Pour Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into the radiator up to the drain bolt threads, put a new washer on the drain bolt, and reinstall...