2003 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK door lock

The ceiling lights (with each switch
in the center position) will also come
on when you remove the key f rom
the ignition switch. If you do not
open a door, the lights stay on, then
f ade out in about ten seconds.The f ront ceiling light also contains
two spotlights.
Turn on the spotlight by pushing the
button next to each light. Push the
button again to turn it off. You can
use the spotlights at all times.The cargo area light comes on when
you open the hatch.
The f ront and center ceiling lights
(witheachswitchinthecentre
position) come on when you unlock
the door with the key or the remote
transmitter (see page ).
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Interior Lights
Inst rument s and Cont rols Spotlights Cargo Area Light
94

In addition, any modif ications that
decrease ground clearance increase
the chance of undercarriage parts
striking a curb, speed bump, or other
raised object, which could cause
your airbags to deploy.
Do not modif y your steering wheel
or any other part of your
Supplemental Restraint System.
Modif ications could make the
system inef f ective.
Do not remove any original
equipment or modif y your car in any
way that would alter its design or
operation. This could make your car
unsaf e and illegal to drive.
For example, do not make any
modif ications that would change the
ride height of your car, or install
wheels and tires with a dif f erent
overall diameter.
Covering the outside edge of a
f ront seat-back, with a non-Honda
seat cover for example, could
prevent the airbag from inflating
properly.
Such modif ications can adversely
af f ect handling, and interf ere with
the operation of the vehicle’s anti-
lock brakes and other systems. Any object attached to
or placed on the covers marked ‘‘SRS
AIRBAG,’’ in the center of the
steering wheel and on top of the
dashboard, could interf ere with the
proper operation of the airbags. Or,
if the airbags inf late, the objects
could be propelled inside the vehicle
and hurt someone. If a side airbag
inflates,acupholderorotherhard
object attached on or near the
door could be propelled inside the
vehicle and hurt someone.Only when equipped with side airbagsModif ications
Additional Saf ety Precautions
Bef ore Driving
A ccessories and Modif ications
Do not place any object s over t he outsideedgeof afront seat-back.
Do not at t ach or place object s on t he airbag covers. Do not at t ach hard object s on or
near a f ront door.
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Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.Check the adjustment of the seat
(see page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Check the indicator lights in the
instrument panel.
Start the engine (see page ).
Check the gauges and indicator
lights in the instrument panel (see
page ).
Check that any items you may be
carrying with you inside are stored
properly or f astened down
securely.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
Check that the hood and hatch are
f ully closed. Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.
Check the adjustment of the
steering wheel (see page ).
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments every day bef ore
you drive your car. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.9.
10. 11. 12.
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Preparing to Drive
Driving
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Always use the parking brake when
you park your car. The indicator on
the instrument panel shows that the
parking brake is not f ully released; it
does not indicate that the parking
brakeisfirmlyset.Makesurethe
parking brake is set f irmly or your
car may roll if it is parked on an
incline.Make sure the moonroof and the
windows are closed.
Turn of f the lights.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.,
in the cargo area or take them
with you.
If the car is f acing uphill, turn the
f ront wheels away f rom the curb and
put the transmission in f irst gear.
If the car is f acing downhill, turn the
f ront wheels toward the curb and put
the transmission in reverse gear.
Make sure the parking brake is f ully
released bef ore driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or damage
the rear brakes.
Lockthedoorswiththekeyorthe
remote transmitter.
Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other f lammable
materials. The three way catalytic
converter gets very hot, and could
cause these materials to catch on
fire.
Parking T ips
Parking
Driving
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Block the rear wheels.
Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter
(see page ).
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc. are
completely dry.
If you need to park your car f or an
extended period (more than one
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your car back on the road. If
possible, store your car indoors.
If the car is to be stored for a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the car is being stored indoors).Coverthecarwitha‘‘breathable’’
cover, one made f rom a porous
material such as cotton.
Nonporous materials, such as
plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
Disconnect the battery.
Support the f ront and rear wiper
blade arms with a f olded towel or
ragsotheydonottouchthe
windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and hatch seals. Also, apply a body
wax to the painted surf aces that
mate with the door and hatch seals. If possible, run the engine f or a
while periodically (pref erably once
amonth).
If you store your car f or 12 months
or longer, have your Honda dealer
perf orm the inspections called f or in
the 24 months/30,000 miles (48,000
km) maintenance schedule (Normal
Conditions) as soon as you take it
out of storage (see page ). The
replacements called f or in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the car has actually
reached that time or mileage.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Reverse. 158
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St oring Your Car
Maint enance
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1011121314151617181920 20A15A
7.5A
20A10A15A15A20A10A40A30A40A40A40A15A20A15A60A80A40A50A Condenser Fan
Small Light
Interior Light
Cooling Fan
Hazard
FI ECU
Horn, Stop
ABS (F/S)
Back Up
ABS Motor
Rear Defroster
Heater Motor
Power Window
Option
Lef t Headlight
Door Lock
Right Headlight
Main Fuse EPS
Main Fuse Battery
Main Fuse Ignition
On Canadian model
Fuses
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed 243
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
...................................
Dashboard . 2, 56
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Daytime Running Lights . 67
...........
Dead Battery, What to Do . 230
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 264
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Def og and Def rost . 101
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 70
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Def rosting the Windows . 101
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Dimensions . 250
...............
Dimming the Headlights . 66
Dipstick
..................................
Engine Oil . 132
..........................
Directional Signals . 68
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Disabled, Towing Your Car If . 245
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 147
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Disposal of Used Oil . 170
Doors
..............
Locking and Unlocking . 75
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 252
Downshif ting, 5-speed Manual
.............................
Transmission . 144
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Drive Belts . 192
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5 ...........................................
Driving . 141
....................................
Economy . 134
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In Bad Weather . 151
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In Foreign Countries . 255
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Economy, Fuel . 134
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Emergencies on the Road . 221
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Battery, Jump Starting . 230
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Brake System Indicator . 238
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 223
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Charging System Indicator . 235
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Checking the Fuses . 241
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 234
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 236
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Overheated Engine . 232
...........................
Emergency Brake . 89
......................
Emergency Flashers . 70
......................
Emergency Towing . 245
.......................
Emissions Controls . 256Engine
............................................
Belts . 192
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 64
Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp . 59, 236 ........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 58, 234
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 167
...............................
Overheating . 232
............................
Specif ications . 250
...................
Engine Speed Limiter . 145
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline . 254
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 256
...............................
Exhaust Fumes . 52
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................
Belts by . 18
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Exterior,Cleaningthe .214
............................
Fabric, Cleaning . 217
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Fan, Interior . 96
Features, Comfort and
................................
Convenience . 95
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 129
Filter
................................
Air Cleaner . 179
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Oil . 169
Index
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Keys . 72 ........................
Jacking up the Car . 224
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Jack, Tire . 223
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Jump Starting . 230 ..................................
Maintenance . 153
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 165
................................
Record . 163, 164
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Saf ety . 154
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Schedule . 158-162
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 59, 236
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Manual Transmission . 144
........
Manual Transmission Fluid . 177
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Meters, Gauges . 63
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Methanol in Gasoline . 254
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Mirrors, Adjusting . 88
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New Vehicle Break-in . 128
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Normal Shif t Speeds . 145
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NOTICE, Explanation of . ii
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Numbers, Identif ication . 248
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Timing Control System . 257
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicator Lights, Instrument
.............................................
Panel . 57
...............................
Inf ant Restraint . 28
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 193
..................
High Speed Driving . 194
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Normal Driving . 194
...................................
Inside Mirror . 88
.............................
Inspection, Tire . 195
............................
Instrument Panel . 57
........
Instrument Panel Brightness . 67
...........................
Interior Cleaning . 216
.................................
Interior Lights . 93
........................................
Introduction . i .......................
Label, Certif ication . 248
.................
Lane Change, Signaling . 68
..........................
Lap/Shoulder Belt . 43
.........
Leaking of Exhaust into Car . 52
Lights
....................
Bulb Replacement . 202
.......................................
Indicator . 57
.........................................
Parking . 89
..................................
Turn Signal . 68
.....................................
Load Limit . 138
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 73
Locks
.......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 73
............................
Fuel Fill Door . 129
............................................
Hatch . 80
........................
Low Coolant Level . 133
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Low Fuel Indicator . 60
...
Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a . 145
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 58, 234
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 250
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Luggage . 137
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