2005 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN bulb

This indicator comes on if the trunk
lid is not closed tightly.
This indicator comes on as a
reminder that you must ref uel soon.
This indicator comes on when the
washer f luid level is low. Add washer
fluidwhenyouseethisindicator
come on (see page ).
The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If the indicators do not blink
or blink rapidly, it usually means one
of the turn signal bulbs is burned out
(see page ). Replace the bulb as
soon as possible, since other drivers
cannot see that you are signaling.
WhenyouturnontheHazard
Warning button, both turn signal
indicators blink. All turn signals on
the outside of the vehicle should
flash. This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
On Canadian models, this indicator
comes on with reduced brightness
when the Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) are on (see page ).
This indicator comes on when you
set the cruise control. See page
f or inf ormation on operating the
cruise control. 65
65
165
158
117
Canadian models only
Only on models equipped with Cruise Control System
High Beam Indicator T runk-open Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Washer Level Indicator
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Cruise Control Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
58

If you need to change a headlight
bulb on the driver’s side, remove
the power steering reservoir tank
by pulling it out of its holders.
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
your dealer or other qualif ied
mechanic.
Your vehicle has halogen headlight
bulbs. Handle it by its steel base and
protect the glass f rom contact with
your skin or hard objects. If you
touch the glass, clean it with
denaturedalcoholandacleancloth.
1.
Lights
Headlight A iming Replacing a Headlight Bulb
Maint enance
163
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.

If you change the low beam
headlight bulb on the driver’s side,
you also need to remove the upper
part of the windshield washer
reservoir tank. Use a f lat-tipped
screwdriver to remove the holding
clip, then remove the upper part by
pulling it straight up.If you need to change a headlight
bulb on the passenger’s side, remove
the bolt from the stay and push the
battery toward windshield to obtain
enough working space.
Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pushing on the
tab and pulling the connector
down.
Remove the bulb by turning it one-
quarter turn counterclockwise.
2.
3.
Lights
164
HOLDING CLIP
BOLT
STAY TAB

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.
(Passenger’s side)
Put the battery back to its original
position, reinstall the bolt in the
stay and tighten it securely.
If you removed the upper part of
the windshield reservoir, put it
back in place. Install the holding
clip. Lock it in place by pushing on
the center. Reinstall the power steering
reservoir. (Driver’s side)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.
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.
Insert the new bulb into the hole
and turn it one-quarter turn clock-
wise to lock it in place.
2.
4.
5.
6.
1.3.
7.
Lights
Replacing the Front Side Marker/
Turn Signal and Parking L ight
Bulb
Maint enance
165
HOLDING CLIP

Remove the bulb f rom the socket
bypushingitinandturningthe
bulb counterclockwise until it
unlocks.
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
placebypushingonthecenter.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.
Install the new bulb in the socket.
Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
1. 2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Lights
Replacing Rear Bulbs
(in Fenders)
166
FASTENERS
BULBS
SOCKETS

Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.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.Insert the socket back into the
light assembly. Turn it clockwise
to lock it in place. Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Reinstall the socket into the light
assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
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. 4.
5.
6.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Lights
Replacing Rear Bulbs
(in T runk L id)
Maint enance
167
BULBS
SOCKETS

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.Reinstall the socket. Turn it
clockwise until it locks. Make sure
the new bulb is working.
2. 1. 3.
Lights
Replacing a High-mount Brake
Light Bulb
168
BULB
SOCKET

CONT INUED
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Accessories .127
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .71
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Accessory Power Socket . 86
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Additives, Engine Oil . 155
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Airbag (SRS) .11, 23
...
Airbags, Additional Information . 23
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 29
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Airbag Service .28
How the Side Airbag Cutof f ......................
Indicator Works .28
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 27
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .24
...
How Your Side Airbags Work . 26
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SRS Components .23
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Air Conditioning System . 88
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Air Pressure, Tires .173
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High Speed Driving . 173
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Normal Driving .173
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Alcohol in Gasoline .213
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Antif reeze .157
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .57, 143 ...................................
Operation .143
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 114
Anti-thef t Steering Column ..............................................
Lock .71
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Audio System .92
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 21
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Automatic Speed Control . 117
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Automatic Transmission . 138
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Capacity, Fluid .208
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Checking Fluid Level . 159
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Shif ting .138
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 138
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Shif t Lever Positions . 138
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Shif t Lock Release . 140
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .56, 194
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Jump Starting .190
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Maintenance .178
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Specif ications .209
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Bef ore Driving .121
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Belts, Seat .10, 20
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Beverage Holder .86 Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 143
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Break-in, New Linings . 122
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Bulb Replacement .166
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Fluid .161
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Parking .141
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System Indicator . 57,196
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Wear Indicators .142
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Braking System .142
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 122
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 66
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Brights, Headlights .65
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .167
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Brake Lights .166
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Front Parking Lights . 165
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Front Side Marker Lights . 165
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Headlights .163
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High-mount Brake Light . 168
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Rear Side Marker Lights . 166
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Specif ications .209
Bulb Replacement ....................
Turn Signal Lights . 165
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Bulbs, Halogen .163
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