2004 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID stop start

The indicator blinks as a reminder
that the engine has stopped because
of the Auto Idle Stop f unction. You
cannot restart the engine with the
ignition switch when this light is
blinking.If you open the driver’s door when
Auto Stop is active, the indicator will
blink and you will hear a continuous
beep. The beep will stop when you
close the door.
With the driver’s door open, you will
hear a continuous beep even if the
Auto Idle Stop f unction is
deactivated and the engine restarts.
Always turn the ignition switch to
LOCK (0) and remove the key if you
are getting out of the vehicle.
A uto Idle Stop Indicator
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Driving138
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR

Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise without pushing
down to the first stop. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
Start the engine, and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum. Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the f iller
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the reading
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge, or lower,
bef ore checking the radiator.
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11.
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If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Emergency
Towing
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Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.

The engine running generates the oil
pressure. When the Auto Idle Stop is
activated, the engine is stopped, the
oil pressure is dropped, and the low
oil pressure indicator does not light.
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving.
(See on page
).
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ). Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers. Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
This light should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing
or stays on, the oil pressure has
dropped very low or lost pressure.
Serious engine damage is possible
and you should take immediate
action. 1.
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3.
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T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owing
190
NOTICE:
Running the engine with low
oil pressure can cause serious
mechanical damage almost immediately.
Turn of f the engine as soon as you can
saf ely get the vehicle stopped.

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If theAutoIdleStopisactiveforan
extended period, the charging
system indicator may come on. If it
happens, start the engine.
The charging system indicator may
also come on if the Integrated Motor
Assist (IMA) battery charge drops
below a desired level and the engine
starts to recharge the battery.
This indicator may blink af ter you
start the vehicle in the morning
when the temperature is below 20
°F ( 30°C). It will stop blinking
when the IMA battery warms up.
If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running,
the 12 volt battery is not being
charged.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows and rear window
def ogger. Keep the engine running;
starting the engine will discharge the
battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Charging System Indicator
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CONT INUED
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Accessories .121
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .72
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Accessory Power Socket . 85
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Additives, Engine Oil . 153
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Airbag (SRS) .10, 22
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Airbags, Additional Information . 22
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Additional Safety Precautions . 28
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Airbag Service .28
How the Side Airbag Cutof f ......................
Indicator Works .27
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 26
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .22
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 25
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SRS Components .22
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Air Conditioning System . 88
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Air Pressure, Tires .170
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High Speed Driving . 170
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Normal Driving .170
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Antif reeze .155
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .54, 141
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Operation .141 ..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 107
Anti-thef t Steering Column ..............................................
Lock .72
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Audio System .94
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Auto Idle Stop .131, 137
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 20
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Automatic Speed Control . 109
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Automatic Transmission . 133
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Capacity, Fluid .204
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Checking Fluid Level . 158
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Shif ting .133
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 133
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Shif t Lever Positions . 133
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Shif t Lock Release . 136
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .54, 191
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Jump Starting .186
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Maintenance .175
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Specif ications .205
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Bef ore Driving .113
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Belts,Seat .8,19
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Beverage Holder .85 ..................................
Booster Seats .43
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 141
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Break-in, New Linings . 114
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Bulb Replacement .161
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Fluid .160
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Parking .82
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System Indicator . 54,193
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Wear Indicators .140
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Braking System .140
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 114
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 67
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Brights, Headlights .66
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .165
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Brake Lights .164
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Front Parking Lights . 163
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Front Side Marker Lights . 163
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Headlights .161
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High-mount Brake Light . 165
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Rear Side Marker Lights . 164
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Specif ications .205
Bulb Replacement ....................
Turn Signal Lights . 163
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Bulbs, Halogen .161
Index
A
B
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Fuel .114
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Fill Door and Cap .115
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Gauge .59
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Octane Requirement . 114
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Reserve Indicator .56
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Tank, Filling the .115
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Fuses, Checking the .194
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 119
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Gasoline .114
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 56
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Gauge .59
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Octane Requirement . 114
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Tank, Filling the .115
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Gas Station Procedures . 115
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 63
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Fuel .59
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 133
5-speed Manual .........................
Transmission .130
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Glove Box .85 .............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 161
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 67
Headlights ........................................
Aiming .161
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Daytime Running Lights . 66
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High Beam Indicator . 56
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Reminder Beeper .66
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 161
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Turning on .66
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Head Restraints .78
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Heating and Cooling .88
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High Altitude, Starting at . 129
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High-Low Beam Switch . 66
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High-mount Brake Light . 165
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Hood Latch .161
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Hood, Opening the .117
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Horn .64
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Hydraulic Clutch .160
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 202
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .70 ...........................................
Switch .72
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Timing Control System . 209
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IMA .55
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators .53
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Auto Idle Stop . 131,137
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 54
Brake (Parking and Brake ....................................
System) .54
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Brake Lamp .54
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Charging System .54
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Cruise Control .56
DRL (Daytime Running ......................................
Lights) .57
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Electric Power Steering (EPS) . 55
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High Beam .56
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IMA .55
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 55
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Low Fuel .56
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Low Oil Pressure .54
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Maintenance Required . 58
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Seat Belt .53
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Side Airbag Of f .53
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SRS .53
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .56
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