2004 HONDA CIVIC COUPE battery

The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
inf ormation about your vehicle.If this indicator comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For more inf ormation,
see page .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator f lashes or stays on
when the engine is running. For
complete inf ormation, see page .
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If
it comes on at any other time, it
indicates a potential problem with
your f ront airbags or automatic seat
belt tensioners. On models equipped
with side airbags, this light will also
alert you to a potential problem with
your side airbags or passenger’s side
airbag automatic cutoff system. For
complete inf ormation, see page .
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If
it comes on at any other time, it
indicates that the passenger’s side
airbag has automatically shut off.
For more inf ormation, see page .
The seat belt system includes an
indicator on the instrument panel
and a beeper to remind you and your
passengers to f asten your seat belts.
If you turn the ignition switch to ON
(II) bef ore f astening your belt, the
beeper sounds and the indicator
f lashes. If you do not f asten your
seat belt bef ore the beeper stops, the
indicator stops f lashing but remainson.
If you continue driving without
f astening your seat belt, the beeper
sounds and the indicator f lashes
again at regular intervals.
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Only on models equipped with side
airbags
Supplemental Restraint
System Indicator Charging System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Side Airbag Of f Indicator
Seat Belt Indicator
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Instrument Panel Indicators
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As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thef ollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmf ul interf erence, and(2) this device must accept anyinterf erence received, including
interf erence that may cause undesiredoperation.
Changes or modif ications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible f or
compliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the f ollowing twoconditions: (1) this device may not cause
interf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence that may causeundesired operation of the device.To replace the battery, move the
round cover on the back of the
transmitter by turning it
counterclockwise with a coin. Insert
a new battery with the side facing
up. Align the mark on the cover
with the mark on the
transmitter. Set the cover in place
andturnitclockwise.
Battery type: CR2025
If it takes several pushes on the
button to lock or unlock the doors,
replace the battery as soon as
possible.
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Remote Transmitter
Replacing the Transmitter
Battery
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CUSHION RING
BATTERY
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The ignition switch must be in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Turn the system on by pushing the
PWR/VOL knob or the AM/FM
button. Adjust the volume by turning
thesameknob.
The band and f requency that the
radio was last tuned to is displayed.
To change bands, press the AM/FM
button. On the FM band, ST will be
displayed if the station is broadcast-
ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction on
AM is not available.
You can use any of f ive methods to
f ind radio stations on the selected
band: the
preset buttons, and .
Use the TUNE knob to
tune the radio to a desired f requency.
Turn the knob right to tune to a
higher f requency, or lef t to tune to a lower f requency.
The SEEK f unction
searches up and down f rom the
current f requency to f ind a station
with a strong signal. To activate it,
press the or side of the
bar, then release it.
The SCAN f unction
samples all stations with strong
signals on the selected band. To
activate it, press the SCAN button,
then release it. You will see SCAN in
the display. The system will scan f or
a station with a strong signal. When
it f inds one, it will stop and play that
station f or about f ive seconds.
If you do nothing, the system will
then scan f or the next strong station
and play it for five seconds. When it
plays a station you want to listen to,
press the SCAN button again. Each preset button can
store one f requency on AM, and two
f requencies on FM.
Select the desired band, AM or
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store
two f requencies with each preset
button.
UsetheTUNE,SEEK,orSCAN
function to tune the radio to a
desired station.
Pick a preset button, and hold it
until you hear a beep.
Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total
of six stations on AM and twelve
stations on FM.
The preset f requencies will be lost if
your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is
disconnected, or the radio f use is
removed.
1. 2. 3. 4.
Playing the Radio
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
To Play the Radio
To Select a Station
TUNE,SEEK,SCAN, AUTO SELECT
TUNE SEEK
SCAN
Preset
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Your vehicle’s audio system will
disable itself if it is disconnected
f rom electrical power f or any reason.
To make it work again, the user
must enter a specif ic f ive-digit code
in the Preset buttons. Because there
are hundreds of number
combinations possible f rom the f ive-
digits, making the system work
without knowing the exact code is
nearly impossible.
Youshouldhavereceivedacardthat
lists your audio system code number
and serial number. It is best to store
this card in a saf e place at home. In
addition, you should write the audio
system’s serial number in this
Owner’s Manual.
If you lose the card, you must obtain
the code number f rom a Honda
dealer. To do this, you will need thesystem’s serial number.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the audio
system will disable itself . If this
happens, you will see ‘‘ ’’ in
thefrequencydisplaythenexttime
youturnonthesystem.Usethe
Preset buttons to enter the five-digit
code. The code is located on the
radio code card included in your
Owner’s Manual kit. When it is
entered correctly, the radio will start
playing.
If you make a mistake entering the
code, do not start over; complete the
f ive-digit sequence, then enter the
correct code. You have ten tries to
enter the correct code. If you are
unsuccessful in ten attempts, you
must then leave the system on for 1
hour bef ore trying again.
You will have to store your favorite
stations in the Preset buttons after
the system begins working. Your
original settings were lost when the
power was disconnected.
Standard f or HX, LX and EX models in
the U.S., and LX and Si models inCanada
Radio T hef t Prot ect ion
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If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, you will
need to set the clock.
Press the CLOCK (SCAN/RPT)
button until you hear a beep, then
release the button. Change the hours
by pressing the H (Preset 4) button
until the numbers advance to the
desired time. Change the minutes by
pressing the M (Preset 5) buttonuntil the numbers advance to the
desired time.
When you are f inished, press the
CLOCK button again.
You can set the time only when the
clock is displayed.
Adjust the hours by pressing and
holding the CLOCK button, thenpressing the H (Preset 4) button.
Adjust the minutes by pressing and
holding the CLOCK button, then
pressing the M (Preset 5) button.
Vehicles with CD Player/Changer
Vehicles without CD Player/Changer
Setting the Clock
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures108
M BUTTON
H BUTTON R BUTTON CLOCK BUTTON
M BUTTON CLOCK BUTTON
DX Model
R BUTTON
H BUTTON
U.S.: HX, LX, EX Models
Canada: LX,Si Models
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If the engine does not start within
15 seconds, or starts but stalls
right away, repeat step 4 with the
accelerator pedal pressed halfway
down. If the engine starts, release
pressure on the accelerator pedal
so the engine does not race.
If the engine fails to start, press
the accelerator pedal all the way
downandholdittherewhile
starting to clear flooding. If the
engine still does not start, return
to step 5.
Apply the parking brake.
In cold weather, turn of f all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
Make sure the shif t lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.
Push the clutch pedal down all the
way.
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the key in START for more than
15 seconds at a time. If the engine
does not start right away, pause
f or at least 10 seconds bef ore
trying again. 5. 6.
1. 2. 3. 4.
Manual Transmission:
Automatic Transmission:
Starting the Engine
Driving127
NOTICE: The engine is harder to start
in cold weather. Also, the thinner air
f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet
(2,400 meters) adds to this problem.
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This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.
This section also includes
Maintenance Schedules f or normal
driving and severe driving conditions,
a Maintenance Record, and instruc-
tions f or simple maintenance tasks
you may want to take care of
yourself .
If you have the skills and tools to per-
f orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your Honda, you may want
to purchase the Service Manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your Honda
dealer.......................
Maintenance Saf ety . 142
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Maintenance Schedule . 143
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Maintenance Record . 149
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Fluid Locations . 151
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Adding Engine Oil . 152
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Changing the Oil and Filter . 154
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Windshield Washers . 156
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Engine Coolant . 157
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Power Steering Fluid . 159
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Automatic Transmission Fluid . 160
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 162
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Timing Belt . 162
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Brake and Clutch Fluid . 163
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Lights . 164
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Seat Belts . 169
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Floor Mats . 169
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 169
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Wiper Blades . 170
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Tires . 172
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Checking the Battery . 178
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Vehicle Storage . 179
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Maintenance
Maint enance141
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All service items not detailed in this
section should be perf ormed by a
Honda technician or qualif ied
mechanic.
To eliminate potential hazards, read
the instructions bef ore you begin,
and make sure you have the tools
and skills required.To clean parts, use a commercially
available degreaser or parts
cleaner, not gasoline.
To reduce the possibility of f ire or
explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks,
and f lames away f rom the battery
and all f uel-related parts.
Wear eye protection and
protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. Do
not run the engine unless
instructed to do so.
Some of the most important saf ety
precautions are given here. However,
we cannot warn you of every
conceivable hazard that can arise in
perf orming maintenance. Only you
can decide whether or not you
should perf orm a given task.
Make sure your vehicle is parked
on level ground, the parking brake
is set, and the engine is of f .
Be sure there is
adequate ventilation whenever you
operate the engine.
Let the
engine and exhaust system cool
bef ore touching any parts.
Maintenance Saf ety
Maint enance
Important Saf ety Precautions Injury f rom moving parts.
Potential Vehicle Hazards Carbon Monoxide poison f rom
engine exhaust.
Burns f rom hot parts.
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Failure to properly follow
maintenance instructions and
precautions can cause you to
be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures
and precautions in this owner’smanual.
Improperly maintaining this
vehicle or failing to correct a
problem before driving can
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection,
maintenance recommendations,
and schedules in this owner’smanual.
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