2003 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID Owners Manual

Open the trunk and remove the
socket f rom the light assembly by
turning it one-quarter turn counter-
clockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Insert the socket back into the
light assembly. Turn it clockwise
to lock it in place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Open the trunk.
Determine which of the two bulbs
is burned out: taillight or back-up
light.
Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 1.
2.
4.
5.
6.
1.
2.
3. Replacing a High-mount Brake
Light Bulb
Replacing Rear Bulbs
(in T runk L id)
Lights
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Turn on the parking lights and
check that the new bulb is
working.
Reinstall the socket. Turn it
clockwise until it locks. Make sure
the new bulb is working.
Reinstall the socket back in place
by pushing it in until it latches.
Open the trunk.
Remove the socket f rom the light
assembly by squeezing the tabs on
both sides of the socket.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb in until
it bottoms in the socket.
2. 1.
3.
4.
5.
3.
Replacing a Rear License Plate
Bulb
Lights
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Pull the bulb straight out of the
holder. Push the new bulb straight
into the holder until it bottoms.Put the light assembly back into
the hole, right side f irst. Push on
the lef t side until it snaps into
place.
Open the trunk.
Put a cloth on the lef t side edge of
the trunk light assembly. Remove
the trunk light assembly by using
a small f lat-tipped screwdriver to
pry caref ully on the lef t edge of
the assembly. 2. 3.
1. Replacing the T runk L ight Bulb
Lights
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Although the ceiling light and
spotlights come apart the same way,
theydonotusethesametypeof
bulbs.Removethelensbycarefully
prying on the edge of the lens with
a f ingernail f ile or a small f lat-tip
screwdriver. Do not pry on the
edge of the housing around the
lens. Ceiling light:Pry on the side edge of the lens in
the middle. Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out of its metal tabs.
Push the new bulb into the metal
tabs. Snap the lens back in place.
2.
3.
1.
CONT INUED
Replacing Bulbs in the Interior
Lights
Lights
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CEILING LIGHT

Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out of the bulb holder.
Push the new bulb into the bulb
holder.
Reinstall the lens by inserting the
outside edge first, then pushing on
the inside edge.
Check which bulb is burned out.
Push on the lens of the opposite
side you are replacing.
Remove the lens of the burned out
bulb by caref ully prying on the
edge between the lenses with a
f ingernail f ile or a small f lat-tipped
screwdriver.
2. 3.
1.
4.
5.
Spotlights:
Lights
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SPOT LIGHTS
Push

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).
Support the f ront wiper blade
arms with a f olded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and trunk seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and trunk seals.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.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Reverse (5-
speed manual) or Park (CVT). Disconnect the 12 volt battery.
Reconnect the 12 volt battery and
drive your car every month f or
about 30 minutes. This will keep
the IMA battery charged and in
good condition.
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 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.
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St oring Your Car
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Regular cleaning and polishing of
your Honda helps to keep it ‘‘new’’
looking. This section gives you hints
on how to clean your car and
preserve its appearance: the paint,
brightwork, wheels and interior. Also
included are several things you can
do to help prevent corrosion..................................
Exterior Care .246
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Washing .246
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Roof Antenna .247
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Waxing .247
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Aluminum Wheels .248
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Paint Touch-up .248
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Interior Care .249
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Carpeting .249
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Floor Mats .249
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Fabric .250
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Vinyl .250
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Seat Belts .250
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Windows .251
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Air Fresheners .251
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Corrosion Protection .252
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Body Repairs .253
Appearance Care
Appearance Care245