2004 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID Owners Manual

Always use Honda ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). If
it’s not available, you may use a
DEXRON
III automatic
transmission f luid as a temporary
replacement. However, continued
use can af f ect the shif t quality.
Have the transmission flushed and
ref illed with Honda ATF-Z1 as
soon as it is convenient.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
in the transmission.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule. To thoroughly f lush the
transmission, the technician
should drain and ref ill it with
Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the
vehicle f or a short distance. Do
this three times. Then drain and
ref ill the transmission a f inal time.
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
f rom the transmission, and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
Check the f luid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.
Remove the dipstick and check
the f luid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks within the HOT range.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Shut of f the engine.
Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission securely. If the level is below the lower
mark, add f luid into the f iller hole
to bring it to the level between the
upperandlowermarks.
3. 4.
5.
1.
2.
6.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Maint enance
Continuously Variable
T ransmission (CVT )
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DIPSTICK UPPER
MARK
LOWER
MARK
HOT
Range

Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the under-
cover to access the transmission
housing(seepage ).Removethe
transmission f iller bolt and caref ully
f eel inside the bolt hole with your
f inger. The f luid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add Honda Manual Transmis-
sion Fluid (MTF) until it starts torun out of the hole. Reinstall the
f iller bolt and tighten it securely.
If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certif ication seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
temporary replacement. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
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Maint enance
5-speed Manual Transmission
Manual T ransmission Fluid
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Correct Level FILLER BOLT

Check the brake f luid level in the
reservoirs monthly.
Replace it according to the time
recommendation in the maintenance
schedule.
Always use Honda Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not
available, you should use only DOT 3
or DOT 4 f luid, f rom a sealed
container, as a temporary
replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake f luid can
cause corrosion and decrease the lif e
of the system. Have the brake
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 as soon as possible.The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If the level is at or
below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads.The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If it is not, add
brake f luid to bring it up to that level.
Use the same fluid specified for the
brake system.
Low f luid level can indicate a leak in
the clutch system. Have this system
inspected as soon as possible.
Brake f luid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your vehicle’s
braking system and can cause
extensive damage.
Manual Transmission only
Brake System
Clutch System
Brake and Clutch Fluid
Maint enance160
MAX
MIN MAX
MIN

Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk, readjustment may be required.
Adjustments should be perf ormed by
a Honda dealer or other qualif ied
mechanic.NOTE: Halogen headlight bulbs get
very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration,
or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overheat and shatter.
Clean the hood latch assembly with a
mild cleaner, then lubricate it with a
multipurpose grease. Lubricate all
the moving parts (as shown),
including the pivot. Follow the time
and distance recommendations in
the Maintenance Schedule. If you
are not sure how to clean and grease
the latch, contact your Honda dealer. Your vehicle has halogen headlight
bulb. Handle it by its plastic case and
protect the glass f rom contact with
your skin or hard objects. If you
touch the glass, clean it with
denaturedalcoholandacleancloth.
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Headlight A iming
Replacing a Headlight Bulb
Maint enance
Hood Latch, Lights
161
PIVOTS
LATCH
ASSEMBLY

Remove the bulb by turning it one-
quarter turn counterclockwise. Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pushing on the
tab and pulling the connector
down.Insert the new bulb into the hole
and turn it one-quarter turn clock-
wise to lock it in place.
Push the electrical connector back
onto the bulb. Make sure it is on
all the way.
Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.
(Driver’s side)
Reinstall the upper part of the
windshield washer reservoir.
Install the holding clip on the stay
and lock it by pushing on the
center of clip.
Open the hood.
If you need to change the
headlight bulb on the driver’s side,
remove the holding clip f rom the
stay with a flat-tipped screwdriver,
then remove the upper part of the
washer f luid reservoir tank by
pulling it out. 2. 4.
5.
6.
1. 3.7.
Lights
Maint enance162
HOLDING CLIP
BULBCONNECTOR TAB

If you are changing the bulb on
the driver’s side, start the engine,
turn the steering wheel all the way
to the right, and turn off the
engine. If you are changing the
bulb on the passenger’s side, turn
the steering wheel to the left.Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the holding clip f rom the
inner f ender, and pull the inner
f ender cover back.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.Remove the bulb f rom the socket
bypushingitinandturningthe
bulb counterclockwise until it
unlocks.
Install the new bulb in the socket.
Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Put the inner f ender cover in place.
Install the holding clip. Lock it in
place by pushing on the center.
2. 4.
5.
6.
1. 3.7.
8.
Lights
Maint enance
Replacing the Front Side Marker/
Turn Signal and Parking L ight
Bulb
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HOLDING CLIP
SOCKET
BULB

Open the trunk.
Remove the screws in the center
of each of the two f asteners on the
side of the trunk lining. Pull the
lining back.Determine which of the two bulbs
is burned out: stop/taillight/side
marker light or turn signal light.
Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working. Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Reinstall the socket into the light
assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks.
Reinstall the trunk lining. Make
sure it is installed under the edge
of the trunk seal.
Put the f asteners into the holes on
the side of the trunk lining.
Reinstall the screws.
1.
2.
3.4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Lights
Maint enance
Replacing Rear Bulbs
(in Fenders)
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FASTENERS
BULBS
SOCKETS

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.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 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.
4.
5.
6.
1.
2.
3. 1.
2.
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Lights
Maint enance
Replacing Rear Bulbs
(in T runk L id)
Replacing a High-mount Brake
Light Bulb
165
BULBS
SOCKETS BULB
SOCKET