Owner's Manual
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... owner's manual, click on cleaning and protecting your car to the fuel pump. Comfort and Convenience Features...103 How to www.helminc.com. 2002 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...ii Your Car at a Glance ...2 Driver...What gasoline to use, how to break-in your car ever needs body repairs. Maintenance ...195 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you pull up to the dealer. Taking Care of your new Honda, and how to handle them. Index ...I Service Information Summary A summary of the...
... owner's manual, click on cleaning and protecting your car to the fuel pump. Comfort and Convenience Features...103 How to www.helminc.com. 2002 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...ii Your Car at a Glance ...2 Driver...What gasoline to use, how to break-in your car ever needs body repairs. Maintenance ...195 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you pull up to the dealer. Taking Care of your new Honda, and how to handle them. Index ...I Service Information Summary A summary of the...
Owner's Manual
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... when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km) after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it is time to the Maintenance Schedules for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages 198 and 204 . If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km...) without having the scheduled maintenance performed, this indicator will not start (see page 77 ). It will remain on as a constant reminder...
... when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km) after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it is time to the Maintenance Schedules for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages 198 and 204 . If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km...) without having the scheduled maintenance performed, this indicator will not start (see page 77 ). It will remain on as a constant reminder...
Owner's Manual
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...gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. Gasoline Your Honda is designed to how you use for service. 162 Before Driving During this happens, contact your instrument panel may deteriorate and the... contain an octane-enhancing additive called MMT. Do not change the oil until the recommended time or mileage interval shown in the maintenance schedule. This contributes to mechanical damage. Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in Period Help assure your car's emissions controls. Avoid hard braking...
...gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. Gasoline Your Honda is designed to how you use for service. 162 Before Driving During this happens, contact your instrument panel may deteriorate and the... contain an octane-enhancing additive called MMT. Do not change the oil until the recommended time or mileage interval shown in the maintenance schedule. This contributes to mechanical damage. Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in Period Help assure your car's emissions controls. Avoid hard braking...
Owner's Manual
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...the build-up '' a cold engine by driving moderately. Driving Habits You can drive away in the highest gear that allows the engine to the maintenance schedule. Depending on traffic conditions, try to combine several short trips into one. A cold engine uses more ''rolling resistance,'' which makes it is ... conditioning use more fuel. Fuel Economy The condition of your car and your driving habits are the two most important things that maintenance is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 207 ). This will warm up , your car according to run and accelerate smoothly. For example, an ...
...the build-up '' a cold engine by driving moderately. Driving Habits You can drive away in the highest gear that allows the engine to the maintenance schedule. Depending on traffic conditions, try to combine several short trips into one. A cold engine uses more ''rolling resistance,'' which makes it is ... conditioning use more fuel. Fuel Economy The condition of your car and your driving habits are the two most important things that maintenance is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 207 ). This will warm up , your car according to run and accelerate smoothly. For example, an ...
Owner's Manual
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... Aiming ...247 Replacing Bulbs ...250 Storing Your Car ...254 Maintenance 195 Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your Honda dealer. If you may want to purchase the Service Manual. Maintenance Safety ...196 Important Safety Precautions .. 197 Maintenance Schedule ...198 Required Maintenance Record ...205 Owner Maintenance Checks ...207 Fluid Locations...208 Engine Oil ...209 Adding...
... Aiming ...247 Replacing Bulbs ...250 Storing Your Car ...254 Maintenance 195 Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your Honda dealer. If you may want to purchase the Service Manual. Maintenance Safety ...196 Important Safety Precautions .. 197 Maintenance Schedule ...198 Required Maintenance Record ...205 Owner Maintenance Checks ...207 Fluid Locations...208 Engine Oil ...209 Adding...
Owner's Manual
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... per trip or, in extremely hot [over a distance of several miles (kilometers). Driving with the proper octane rating (see page 162 ). Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you should also follow these recommendations: Avoid exceeding your car regularly over 90°F (32°C)] conditions. This puts excess ...conditions. The load limit is essential that you will use unleaded gasoline with a roof rack, or driving in the maintenance schedule assume you have your car on one or more of stop-and-go driving. Always use your car. Extensive idling ...
... per trip or, in extremely hot [over a distance of several miles (kilometers). Driving with the proper octane rating (see page 162 ). Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you should also follow these recommendations: Avoid exceeding your car regularly over 90°F (32°C)] conditions. This puts excess ...conditions. The load limit is essential that you will use unleaded gasoline with a roof rack, or driving in the maintenance schedule assume you have your car on one or more of stop-and-go driving. Always use your car. Extensive idling ...
Owner's Manual
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... Honda dealer knows your emissions warranties. We recommend the use of automotive service. Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who does the work fill out the Maintenance Record. Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement or repair of completion, and have maintenance ...person who is not mandatory to EPA standards. Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. These are ''certified'' to keep your warranty booklet for Normal Conditions. Maintenance Schedule Driving on the items marked with will not void your car best and...
... Honda dealer knows your emissions warranties. We recommend the use of automotive service. Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who does the work fill out the Maintenance Record. Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement or repair of completion, and have maintenance ...person who is not mandatory to EPA standards. Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. These are ''certified'' to keep your warranty booklet for Normal Conditions. Maintenance Schedule Driving on the items marked with will not void your car best and...
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 Normal Conditions Replace engine oil Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month) Replace engine oil filter Check engine oil... miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years Every 3 years (independent of mileage) : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 199 . 1: Replace at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years, then every 90,000 miles (144,000 km...
... 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 Normal Conditions Replace engine oil Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month) Replace engine oil filter Check engine oil... miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years Every 3 years (independent of mileage) : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 199 . 1: Replace at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years, then every 90,000 miles (144,000 km...
Owner's Manual
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...of mileage) Do items in A, B. Replace transmission fluid (CVT) 2. Replace spark plugs. Check parking brake adjustment. Maintenance 201 Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. 10,000 mi/16,000 km/1 yr 20,000 mi/32,000 km/1 yr 30,000 mi...2: Replace at each fuel stop. Owners Refer to page 198 to determine which schedule to use. Do items in A, B, C, D, Replace transmission fluid (CVT) 2. Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots. Maintenance Schedule for leaks. U.S. Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage) Do items in ...
...of mileage) Do items in A, B. Replace transmission fluid (CVT) 2. Replace spark plugs. Check parking brake adjustment. Maintenance 201 Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. 10,000 mi/16,000 km/1 yr 20,000 mi/32,000 km/1 yr 30,000 mi...2: Replace at each fuel stop. Owners Refer to page 198 to determine which schedule to use. Do items in A, B, C, D, Replace transmission fluid (CVT) 2. Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots. Maintenance Schedule for leaks. U.S. Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage) Do items in ...
Owner's Manual
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Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) in dusty conditions, otherwise use normal schedule Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km) Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy Every 110,000 miles (176,...) or 2 years. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 199 . 202 Maintenance miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 months 10 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...
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) in dusty conditions, otherwise use normal schedule Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km) Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy Every 110,000 miles (176,...) or 2 years. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 199 . 202 Maintenance miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 months 10 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...
Owner's Manual
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Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time) C D Replace transmission fluid ... B. Do items in A. Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots. Inspect driveshaft boots. Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. 5,000 mi/8,000 km/6 mos 10,000 mi/16,000 km/1 yr 15,000 .... Do items in A, C. Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS). Replace dust and pollen filter 1. E CONTINUED Maintenance 203 Do items in A, B, D. Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 241 ). Lubricate all lights. Check all hinges...
Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time) C D Replace transmission fluid ... B. Do items in A. Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots. Inspect driveshaft boots. Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. 5,000 mi/8,000 km/6 mos 10,000 mi/16,000 km/1 yr 15,000 .... Do items in A, C. Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS). Replace dust and pollen filter 1. E CONTINUED Maintenance 203 Do items in A, B, D. Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 241 ). Lubricate all lights. Check all hinges...
Owner's Manual
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...,000 km/6 yrs At 120,000 mi/192,000 km or 10 yrs, then every 60,000 mi/ 96,000 km or 60 months 204 Maintenance Maintenance Schedule for replacement. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 199 .
...,000 km/6 yrs At 120,000 mi/192,000 km or 10 yrs, then every 60,000 mi/ 96,000 km or 60 months 204 Maintenance Maintenance Schedule for replacement. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 199 .
Owner's Manual
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...API Certification Seal, and it should be used. Additives may be replaced with 5W-20 at the next oil change intervals given in the maintenance schedule. Ambient Temperature 210 Maintenance Select the oil for yearround protection of your engine's or transmission's performance and durability. If 5W-20 oil is not available, a ... improve cold weather starting, and to this chart. 5W-20 oil is the proper weight as shown on the chart. Additives Your Honda does not require any oil additives. When using synthetic oil, you the oil's viscosity or weight. Engine Oil The SAE number tells you...
...API Certification Seal, and it should be used. Additives may be replaced with 5W-20 at the next oil change intervals given in the maintenance schedule. Ambient Temperature 210 Maintenance Select the oil for yearround protection of your engine's or transmission's performance and durability. If 5W-20 oil is not available, a ... improve cold weather starting, and to this chart. 5W-20 oil is the proper weight as shown on the chart. Additives Your Honda does not require any oil additives. When using synthetic oil, you the oil's viscosity or weight. Engine Oil The SAE number tells you...
Owner's Manual
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...proper equipment, you should be raised on a service station-type hydraulic lift for this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 3. CONTINUED Maintenance 211 Engine Oil Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according... oil fill cap. 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. A special wrench (available from your engine if they are not removed regularly. Remove ...
...proper equipment, you should be raised on a service station-type hydraulic lift for this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 3. CONTINUED Maintenance 211 Engine Oil Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according... oil fill cap. 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. A special wrench (available from your engine if they are not removed regularly. Remove ...
Owner's Manual
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... radiator. Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the car. Remove the drain bolt and washer from the engine block. Unless you have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. 1. Open the hood. Turn off the ignition. The coolant will drain through the splash guard. Turn the ignition ON...radiator are cool to maximum heat. Remove the radiator cap. 3. Draining the coolant requires access to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze/ Coolant Type 2. Turn the temperature control dial to the touch. 2. CONTINUED...
... radiator. Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the car. Remove the drain bolt and washer from the engine block. Unless you have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. 1. Open the hood. Turn off the ignition. The coolant will drain through the splash guard. Turn the ignition ON...radiator are cool to maximum heat. Remove the radiator cap. 3. Draining the coolant requires access to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze/ Coolant Type 2. Turn the temperature control dial to the touch. 2. CONTINUED...
Owner's Manual
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... fluid into the transmission securely as a temporary replacement. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the filler hole to bring it with Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid), then drive the vehicle a short distance. The transmission should drain and refill it to the time and ...drained and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with new fluid according to the upper mark. If it is not available, you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as shown in the maintenance schedule. Do this three...
... fluid into the transmission securely as a temporary replacement. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the filler hole to bring it with Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid), then drive the vehicle a short distance. The transmission should drain and refill it to the time and ...drained and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with new fluid according to the upper mark. If it is not available, you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as shown in the maintenance schedule. Do this three...
Owner's Manual
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...an SH or SJ grade may use can cause stiffer shifting. If it is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it starts to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. The fluid level should be used if SG is not available. Transmission Fluid 5-speed Manual... Transmission FILLER BOLT If Honda MTF is not available, you may be replaced according to run out of ...
...an SH or SJ grade may use can cause stiffer shifting. If it is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it starts to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. The fluid level should be used if SG is not available. Transmission Fluid 5-speed Manual... Transmission FILLER BOLT If Honda MTF is not available, you may be replaced according to run out of ...
Owner's Manual
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Maintenance 225 Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the engine compartment. Loosen the seven ... element. 3. The air cleaner element is inside of the air cleaner housing with a damp rag. 4. Carefully clean the inside the air cleaner housing in the maintenance schedule. Reinstall the air cleaner housing cover, tighten the seven bolts. Replacement BOLTS BOLTS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT To replace it: 1. Place the new air cleaner element...
Maintenance 225 Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the engine compartment. Loosen the seven ... element. 3. The air cleaner element is inside of the air cleaner housing with a damp rag. 4. Carefully clean the inside the air cleaner housing in the maintenance schedule. Reinstall the air cleaner housing cover, tighten the seven bolts. Replacement BOLTS BOLTS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT To replace it: 1. Place the new air cleaner element...
Owner's Manual
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If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer. 226 Maintenance Lubricate all the moving parts (as shown), including the pivot. Follow the time and distance recommendations in the Maintenance Schedule. Hood Latch PIVOTS Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cleaner, then lubricate it with a multipurpose grease.
If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer. 226 Maintenance Lubricate all the moving parts (as shown), including the pivot. Follow the time and distance recommendations in the Maintenance Schedule. Hood Latch PIVOTS Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cleaner, then lubricate it with a multipurpose grease.
Owner's Manual
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... connector from the ignition coil by pulling it straight out. 4. Replacement CLIPS 1. Remove the cover by turning the two clips one quarter turn counterclockwise. 2. CONTINUED Maintenance 227 Spark Plugs The spark plugs in the maintenance schedule.
... connector from the ignition coil by pulling it straight out. 4. Replacement CLIPS 1. Remove the cover by turning the two clips one quarter turn counterclockwise. 2. CONTINUED Maintenance 227 Spark Plugs The spark plugs in the maintenance schedule.