2002 HONDA CIVIC COUPE fuel reserve

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Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Windshield washer f luid Check
the level in the reservoir monthly.
If weather conditions cause you to
use the washers f requently, check
the reservoir each time you stop
f or f uel. See page .
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the page given.
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate lights monthly. See
page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page
.
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page . 166
167
219
220 223 238
245
Owner Maintenance Checks
Maint enance207

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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation294
Dimensions
Weights
Engine Capacities
174.7 in (4,438 mm)
66.7 in (1,695 mm)
55.1 in (1,399 mm)
103.1 in (2,620 mm)
57.9 in (1,470 mm)
57.9 in (1,470 mm)
2.95 x 3.72 in (75.0 x 94.4 mm) 13.2 US gal (50
, 11.0 Imp gal)
101.7 cu-in (1,668 cm
)
9.5 9.9
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs Water cooled 4-stroke
SOHC , SOHC VTEC
4-cylinder gasoline engine
See spark plug maintenance
section page 225 .
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity: 0.108 US gal (0.41
, 0.090 Imp gal)
4.8 US qt (4.5
, 4.0 Imp qt)
2.6 US qt (2.5, 2.2 Imp qt)
6.0 US qt (5.7, 5.0 Imp qt)
6.3 US qt (6.0, 5.3 Imp qt)
3.3 US qt (3.1, 2.7 Imp qt)
2.9 US qt (2.7, 2.4 Imp qt)
1.7 US qt (1.6, 1.4 Imp qt)
1.6 US qt (1.5, 1.3 Imp qt)
4.4 US qt (4.2, 3.7 Imp qt)
3.5 US qt (3.3, 2.9 Imp qt)
3.2 US qt (3.0, 2.6 Imp qt)
3.7 US qt (3.5, 3.1 Imp qt)
3.4 US qt (3.2, 2.8 Imp qt)
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil Automatic
transmission
fluid 1.03 US gal (3.9
, 0.86 Imp gal)
1.00 US gal (3.8, 0.84 Imp gal)
1.00 US gal (3.8, 0.84 Imp gal)
1.32 US gal (5.0
, 1.10 Imp gal)
1.29 US gal (4.9, 1.08 Imp gal)
1.29 US gal (4.9, 1.08 Imp gal)
Front Rear Approx.
1: 2: U.S.: DX, LX
Canada: DX, LX
U.S.: HX, EX
Canada: Si
5:
1: 2: 3:4:
HX
DX, LX
EX, HX Change
ManualAutomaticCVT
Total ManualAutomaticCVT
Change
Without filter
Total
ChangeTotal
Change Total
U.S. Cars
Canada Cars
12
12 1 2
3 434 5 5
Manual trans-
mission fluidIncluding filter
Windshield
washer reservoir

CONT INUED
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Driving . 175
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Economy . 168
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In Bad Weather . 193
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In Foreign Countries . 299
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Economy, Fuel . 168
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Emergencies on the Road . 289
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Battery, Jump Starting . 273
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Brake System Indicator . 282
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Changing a Flat Tire . 265
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Charging System Indicator . 279
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Checking the Fuses . 285
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 278
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 280
...
Manually Closing Moonroof . 282
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Overheated Engine . 275
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Emergency Brake . 96
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Emergency Flashers . 74
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Emergency Towing . 289
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 88
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Emissions Controls . 300 Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 68
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Drive Belts . 237 Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp . 63, 280
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 62, 278
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 209
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Overheating . 275
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Specif ications . 294
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Starting . 177
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Engine Speed Limiter . 179, 183
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Ethanol in Gasoline . 298
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 300
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Exhaust Fumes . 54
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................
Belts by . 19
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Exterior, Cleaning the . 256
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Fabric, Cleaning . 259
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Fan, Interior . 108
Features, Comfort and
..............................
Convenience . 103
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 163
Filters
................................
Air Cleaner . 225
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Air Conditioning . 235
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Oil . 211 5-speed Manual Transmission
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Checking Fluid Level . 222
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Shif ting the . 178
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 74
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 265
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission . 220
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Brake . 223
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Clutch . 223
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Manual Transmission . 222
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Power Steering . 224
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Windshield Washer . 219
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception . 143
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Folding Rear Seat . 90
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Foreign Countries, Driving in . 299
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Four-way Flashers . 74
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Fuel . 162
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Economy . 168
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Fill Door and Cap . 163
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Gauge . 67
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Octane Requirement . 162
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Oxygenated . 298
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Reserve Indicator . 63
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Tank, Filling the . 163
Index
E
F
III

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Fuses, Checking the . 284
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Jacking up the Car . 265
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Jack, Tire . 265
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Jump Starting . 273
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 168
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Gasohol . 298
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Gasoline . 162
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 63
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Gauge . 67
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Octane Requirement . 162
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Tank, Filling the . 163
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Gas Station Procedures . 163
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 68
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Fuel . 67
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Speedometer . 66
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Tachometer . 66
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 180
5-speed Manual
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Transmission . 178
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Glass Cleaning . 260
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Glove Box . 97 .............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 247
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 74
Headlights
............
Daytime Running Lights . 71
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High Beam Indicator . 63
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Reminder Beeper . 70
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 250
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Turning on . 70
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Head Restraints . 88
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Heating and Cooling . 104
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High Altitude, Starting at . 177
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High-Low Beam Switch . 70
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High-mount Brake Light . 247
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Hood Latch . 226
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Hood, Opening the . 164
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Horn . 69
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Hydraulic Clutch . 223
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Hydroplaning . 194
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 292
Ignition
..............................................
Keys . 76 ...........................................
Switch . 78
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Timing Control System . 303
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicators, Instrument
.............................................
Panel . 59
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Inf ant Restraint . 30
Inf ant Seats
.......................
Lower Anchorage . 42
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Tether Anchorage Points . 41
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 238
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Normal Driving . 239
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Inside Mirror . 94
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Inspection, Tire . 240
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Instrument Panel . 2, 58
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 71
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Interior Cleaning . 258
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Interior Lights . 101
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Introduction . i
Index
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