2005 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID oil viscosity

Always maintain your vehicle
according to the maintenance
schedule. See(see page
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an underinf lated tire
causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’
which uses more f uel. Drive moderately. Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering and
hard braking use more f uel.
Always drive in the highest gear
possible.
You may find that your Civic Hybrid’s
unique combination of an engine and
an electric motor has driving
characteristics that are somewhat
dif f erent f rom what you are used to.
Shif t Up and Shif t Down indicators
(manual transmission only) on the
instrument panel show when to shif t
toahigherorlowergear.Byshifting
as soon as the indicator comes on,
you will keep the engine operating in
its most economical range.
Engine oil also af f ects f uel
economy. The f uel ef f icient, low-
viscosity 0W-20 oil recommended
f or your Civic Hybrid is
f ormulated to help the engine use
less f uel. This oil is available at
your dealer.
The build-up of snow or mud on
your vehicle’s underside adds
weight and rolling resistance.
Frequent cleaning helps your f uel
mileage and reduces the chance of
corrosion. Try to maintain a constant speed.
Everytimeyouslowdownand
speed up, your vehicle uses extra
fuel.Usethecruisecontrolwhen
appropriate.
Wind resistance causes vehicles to
usemorefuelathigherspeeds.
Driving at moderate speeds on the
highway also reduces wind
resistance and conserves f uel.
The current f uel mileage display
allows you to monitor your f uel
mileage and adjust your driving
habits to save fuel.
Using the ECON mode with the
A/C off is the most effective way
to get the best f uel economy.
Combine several short trips into
one.
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Improving Fuel Economy
Owner’s
Maintenance Checks
Fuel Economy
Bef ore Driving
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The oil viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 0W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Honda Motor Oil is the pref erred
0W-20 lubricant f or your vehicle. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle f or optimum engine protection. Make
sure the API Certif ication Seal says
‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’.
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill. Clean up any spills
immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Install the engine oil f ill cap, and
tighten it securely. Wait a f ew
minutes, and recheck the oil level.
Do not f ill above the upper mark; you
could damage the engine. A very low-viscosity, f uel-ef f icient
0W-20 oil is the pref erred engine
lubricant f or your Civic Hybrid. This
special oil is f ormulated to help your
engine use less fuel. It is available at
your dealer. A 5W-20 oil may be used
if 0W-20 is not available.
A dding Engine Oil
Recommended Engine Oil
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API CERTIFICATION SEAL
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
Ambient Temperature

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.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
If you are not sure how to add f luid,
contact your dealer. 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
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until itstarts to run 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.
If you are not sure how to check and
add f luid, contact your dealer.
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T ransmission Fluid
Manual Transmission
Maint enance
157
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Octance Requirement, Gasoline . 112
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Odometer .60
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Odometer,Trip .60
Oil ........................
Change, How to .151
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Change, When to .145
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Checking Engine .116
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Pressure Indicator . 54,188
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .150
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 72
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .207
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Outside Mirrors .80
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Overheating, Engine .186
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 144
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Panel Brightness Control . 67
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Park Gear Position .132
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Parking .137
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Parking Brake .81 Parking Brake and Brake
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System Indicator . 54,191
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Parking Lights .66
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 137
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PGM-FI System .208
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Playing the Radio .93
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Playing a CD .98
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Power Door Locks .73
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Power Socket Location . 82
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Power Windows .79
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 16
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
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Additional Safety Precautions . 17
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 16
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Protecting Children .27
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General Guidelines .27
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Protecting Inf ants .32
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Protecting Small Children . 33
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Selecting a Child Seat .34
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Installing a Child Seat .35
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Protecting Larger Children . 41
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Radiator Overheating . 186
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Radio/CD/Sound System . 93...................
Readiness Codes . 190,210
Rear Lights, Bulb ......................
Replacement .161, 162
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Rear View Mirror .80
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Rear Window Def ogger . 68
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Reclining the Seat-backs . 77
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Recommended Shif t Points . 130
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Ref ueling .113
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Reminder Indicators .51
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Remote Transmitter .75
Replacement Inf ormation ..............
Dust and Pollen Filter . 165
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Engine Oil and Filter . 151
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Floor Mats .165
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Fuses .192
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Light Bulbs .159
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Schedule .143
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Seat Belts .164
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Tires .167
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Wiper Blades .166
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .20
Reserve Tank, Engine ...............................
Coolant .116, 153
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Restraint, Child .27
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Reverse Gear Position . 133
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Taillights, Changing..........................................
Bulbs .161
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Taking Care of the Unexpected . 175
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Tape Player .103
Technical Descriptions ......
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 204
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Emissions Control Systems . 207
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State Emissions Testing . 210
Three Way Catalytic ...............................
Converter .209
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Tire Labeling .206
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Temperature Gauge .63
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Tether Anchorage Points . 40
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Thef t Protection .106
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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 209
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Tilt the Steering Wheel . 69
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Time, Setting the .107
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Tire Chains .172
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Tire, How to Change a Flat . 177
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Tire Inf ormation .204
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Tires .167
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Air Pressure .168
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Checking Wear .170
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Compact Spare .176 ......
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 204
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Inf lation .168
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Inspection .170
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Maintenance .170
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Replacing .171
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Rotating .171
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Snow .172
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Specif ications .203
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Tire Chains .172
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Tools, Tire Changing . 177
Towing .....................................
A Trailer .140
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Emergency Towing . 197
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Traction Devices .172
Transmission Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic .156
Checking Fluid Level, ...................................
Manual .157
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Fluid Selection . 156,157
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Identif ication Number . 201
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Shif ting the Automatic . 131
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Shif ting the Manual . 128
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Treadwear .204
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Trip Meter .60
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Trunk .74 ........................................
Opening .74
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Open Monitor Light . 56
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Turn Signals .66
Unexpected, Taking Care ..........................................
of the .175
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 204
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Unleaded Gasoline .112
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 153
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Vanity Mirror .82
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 122
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Vehicle Dimensions .202
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 200
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Vehicle Storage .174
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Ventilation .89
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VIN .200
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Viscosity, Oil .150
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