2005 HONDA CIVIC engine coolant

The coolant level should be up to
the base of the f iller neck. Add
coolant if it is low.
Pourthecoolantslowlyand
caref ully so you do not spill. Clean
up any spill immediately; it could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Put the radiator cap back on and
tighten it.
Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it to half way between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components. Check the f luid level in the
windshield washer reservoir at least
monthly during normal use.
The low washer
level indicator comes on when the
level is low (see page ).
Make sure the engine and radiator
are cool.
Remove the radiator cap by
pushing down and turning
counterclockwise.
Relieve any pressure in the cooling
system by turning the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without
pressing down. Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer f luid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents f reezing in cold weather.
When you ref ill the reservoir, clean
the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer f luid
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition them.
3. 4. 5.
1. 2. 6. 58
On Canadian models:
Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers
Windshield Washers
158
RADIATOR CAP
Do not use engine antif reeze or a
vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze
can damage your vehicle’s paint, while
a vinegar/water solution can damage
the windshield washer pump. Use only
commercially-available windshield
washer f luid.
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Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (seeon page ).
If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn of f the engine.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake.
Turn of f all the accessories, and
turn on the hazard indicator.
If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
1. 2.3. 4. 5. 6.
202
If theEngineOverheats
Emergency
Towing
192
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
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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 pointer
reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator.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.
Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
8. 9. 10. 11.
7.
202
If theEngineOverheats
Emergency
Towing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
193
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.
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Specif ications
208
Dimensions
Weights
Engine Capacities
174.6 in (4,435 mm)
67.3 in (1,710 mm)
56.9 in (1,445 mm)
103.1 in (2,620 mm)
57.9 in (1,470 mm)
57.9 in (1,470 mm)
2.95 x 3.72 in (75.0 x 94.4 mm) 13.2 US gal (50
)
1.03 US gal (3.9
)
102 cu-in (1,668 cm
)
9.5 9.9 1.06 US gal (4.0
)
1.35 US gal (5.1
)
1.32 US gal (5.0)
3.4 US qt (3.2
)
3.7 US qt (3.5)
3.2 US qt (3.0)
3.5 US qt (3.3)
4.4 US qt (4.2)
1.6 US qt (1.5)
1.7 US qt (1.6)
2.9 US qt (2.7)
6.2 US qt (5.9)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
0.11 US gal (0.4
)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity:
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight ratingType
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil Automatic
transmission
fluid
Water cooled 4-stroke
SOHC , SOHC VTEC
4-cylinder gasoline engine
See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
PZFR6F-11PKJ20CR-M11
NGK:
DENSO:
0.04 in (1.1 mm)
FrontRear
Approx.
1:
2 : EX, Canadian Si EX, Canadian Si
1: 2: 3:4:
Spark Plug Gap: Change
ManualAutomatic
Total
ManualAutomatic
Change
Without filter
Total
ChangeTotal
ChangeTotal
U.S. Vehicles
Canada Vehicles
DX, LX, Canadian SE, LX-G DX, LX, Canadian SE, LX-G
Manual trans-
mission fluidIncluding filter
Windshield
washer reservoir
12
12 3434
1 2
0
0.1 mm
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard . 4, 52
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Daytime Running Lights . 65
............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 224
..........................
Def og and Def rost . 91
................
Def ogger, Rear Window . 67
................
Def rosting the Windows . 91
....................................
Dimensions . 208 ...............
Dimming the Headlights . 65
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission . 159
..................................
Engine Oil . 125
..........................
Directional Signals . 65
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 142
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil . 156
Doors
..............
Locking and Unlocking . 72
......................
Power Door Locks . 72
..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 210
Downshif ting, 5-speed Manual
.............................
Transmission . 136
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 7
...........................................
Driving . 133
....................................
Economy . 126
................
In Foreign Countries . 214
..................
Dust and Pollen Filter . 169
............................
Capacities Chart . 208
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 47
.............................
Carrying Cargo . 129
Cassette Player
............................................
Care . 113
...................................
Operation . 112
..............
CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
.........................................
CD Player . 99
....................................
Ceiling Light . 84
........................
Certif ication Label . 206
............................................
Chains . 177
....................
Changing a Flat Tire . 183
Changing Oil
........................................
How to . 155
......................................
When to . 149
...
Charging System Indicator . 56, 194
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 134
.....................................
Child Saf ety . 30
Child Seats
.............
LATCH Anchor System . 39
...........................
Lower Anchors . 38
................
Tether Anchor Points . 42
..................
Childproof Door Locks . 72
.........................
Clock, Setting the . 115 ...................................
Clutch Fluid . 161
........................
CO in the Exhaust . 215
............
Cold Weather, Starting in . 135
..............................
Compact Spare . 182
...............
Consumer Inf ormation . 222
.............
Controls, Instruments and . 51
Coolant
........................................
Adding . 157
....................................
Checking . 125
.........................
Proper Solution . 157
...................
Temperature Gauge . 62
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System . 215
............
Cruise Control Operation . 117
..........
Customer Relations Of f ice . 222
..............................
Economy, Fuel . 126
............
Emergencies on the Road . 181
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Battery, Jump Starting . 190
...........
Brake System Indicator . 196
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 183
Index
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Charging System Indicator . 194
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Checking the Fuses . 198
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 194
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 195
...
Manually Closing Moonroof . 196
..................
Overheated Engine . 191
...........................
Emergency Brake . 83
......................
Emergency Flashers . 67
......................
Emergency Towing . 202
............
Emergency Trunk Opener . 73
.......................
Emissions Controls . 215
.............
Emissions Testing, State . 218 Engine
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 62
......
Engine Speed Limiter . 137, 140
Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp . 56, 195
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 56, 194
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 154
...............................
Overheating . 191
............................
Specif ications . 208
.......................................
Starting . 135
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline . 213
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 215
...............................
Exhaust Fumes . 47
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by . 18
.....................................
Fan, Interior . 89
Features, Comfort and
................................
Convenience . 87
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 123
Filters
.........................
Dust and Pollen . 169
...............................................
Oil . 155
5-speed Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 160
................................
Shif ting the . 136
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 67
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 183
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission . 159
..........................................
Brake . 161
.........................................
Clutch . 161
..............
Manual Transmission . 160
..........................
Power Steering . 162
..................
Windshield Washer . 158
FM Stereo Radio .....................................
Reception . 97
...........................
Folding Rear Seat . 78 .....
Foreign Countries, Driving in . 214
..........................
Four-way Flashers . 67
............................
Front Airbags . 11, 23
.................................................
Fuel . 122
......................
Fill Door and Cap . 123
...........................................
Gauge . 61
................
Octane Requirement . 122
...............................
Oxygenated . 213
........................
Reserve Indicator . 58
........................
Tank, Filling the . 123
.....................
Fuses, Checking the . 198
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving . 126
..........................................
Gasohol . 213
.........................................
Gasoline . 122
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator . 58
...........................................
Gauge . 61
................
Octane Requirement . 122
........................
Tank, Filling the . 123
................
Gas Station Procedures . 123
Index
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INDEX
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Keys . 69
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 62
...............................................
Fuel . 61
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 138
5-speed Manual
.........................
Transmission . 136
........................................
Glove Box . 86
.............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 163
..............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 67
Headlights
........................................
Aiming . 163
............
Daytime Running Lights . 65
..................
High Beam Indicator . 58
........................
Reminder Beeper . 65
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 163
...................................
Turning on . 65
..............................
Head Restraints . 77
.......................
Heating and Cooling . 88
.............
High Altitude, Starting at . 135
.................
High-Low Beam Switch . 65
..............
High-mount Brake Light . 168
....................................
Hood Latch . 162 .......................
Hood, Opening the . 124
..................................................
Horn . 63
...........................
Hydraulic Clutch . 161
.................
Jacking up the Vehicle . 183
.......................................
Jack, Tire . 183
................................
Jump Starting . 190
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 206
Ignition
..............................................
Keys . 69
...........................................
Switch . 71
............
Timing Control System . 216
.........
Important Safety Precautions . 8
.........
Indicators, Instrument Panel . 56
...............................
Inf ant Restraint . 35
Inf ant Seats
.............
LATCH Anchor System . 39
...........................
Lower Anchors . 38
................
Tether Anchor Points . 42
...................
Inf lation, Proper Tire . 172
..................
High Speed Driving . 173
.........................
Normal Driving . 173
...................................
Inside Mirror . 81
.............................
Inspection, Tire . 174
............................
Instrument Panel . 53
................
Instrument Panel Lights . 56
........
Instrument Panel Brightness . 66 .................................
Interior Lights . 84
........................................
Introduction . i
.......................
Label, Certif ication . 206
.................
Lane Change, Signaling . 65
..................
Lap/Shoulder Belts . 15, 20
.................
LATCH Anchor System . 39
Lights
....................
Bulb Replacement . 163
.......................................
Indicator . 56
.........................................
Parking . 57
..................................
Turn Signal . 58
.....................................
Load Limit . 130
......
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 71
Index
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Anti-thef t Steering Column . 71
............................
Fuel Fill Door . 123
.................................
Power Door . 72
...........................................
Trunk . 73
........................
Low Coolant Level . 125
.........................
Low Fuel Indicator . 58
................................
Lower Anchors . 38
...
Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a . 136
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 56, 194
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 208
..................................
Maintenance . 145
...
Owner Maintenance Checks . 148
.................................
Record . 151-152
......................
Required Indicator . 60
..........................................
Saf ety . 146
.............................
Schedule . 147-150
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 56, 195
...................
Manual Transmission . 136
........
Manual Transmission Fluid . 160
...............................
Meters, Gauges . 61
...................
Methanol in Gasoline . 213
..........................
Mirrors, Adjusting . 81 .........................................
Moonroof . 81
......................
Closing Manually . 196
.....................................
Operation . 81
...................
Neutral Gear Position . 139
..................
New Vehicle Break-in . 122
.....................
Normal Shif t Speeds . 137
...................
NOTICE, Explanation of . i
...............
Numbers, Identif ication . 206
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 122
.........................................
Odometer . 61
...............................
Odometer, Trip . 61
Oil
........................
Change, How to . 155
......................
Change, When to . 149
......................
Checking Engine . 125
..............
Pressure Indicator . 56, 194
Selecting Proper Viscosity
......................................
Chart . 154
...........
ON (Ignition Key Position) . 71 Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
....................................
Recovery . 215
..
Operation in Foreign Countries . 214
..............................
Outside Mirrors . 82
....................
Overheating, Engine . 191
.......
Owner Maintenance Checks . 148
.........................
Oxygenated Fuels . 213
..............
Panel Brightness Control . 66
........................
Park Gear Position . 139
...........................................
Parking . 141
.................................
Parking Brake . 83
Parking Brake and Brake
.................
System Indicator . 57, 196
.................................
Parking Lights . 65
..
Parking Over Things that Burn . 217
............................
Playing the Radio . 92
..................................
Playing a Disc . 99
.............................
PGM-FI System . 216
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 18
Index
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