2005 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN coolant temperature

This shows the temperature of the
engine’s coolant. During normal
operation, the pointer should rise to
about the middle of the gauge. In
severe driving conditions, the pointer
may rise to the upper zone. If it
reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull
safely to the side of the road. Turn to
page f or instructions and
precautions on checking the engine’s
cooling system.191
Gauges
Temperature Gauge
Canadian DX model U.S. DX model
62
ODOMETER/TRIP METER
TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER
SELECT/RESET KNOBFUEL GAUGE
TEMPERATURE GAUGE ODOMETER/TRIP METERSPEEDOMETER
SELECT/RESET KNOB
FUEL GAUGE
TEMPERATURE GAUGE

The f low-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then exhausts it
through vents near the rear side
panels.Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial. you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
A/C, and setting the fan to
maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.
Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page
). If it moves near the red zone,
turn of f the A/C until the gauge
reads normally.
The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes bef ore you
f eel warm air coming through the
system. Set the temperature to the lower
limit.
Make sure the A/C is of f .
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the
ON button. The indicator in the
button comes on when a f an speed
is selected.
Make sure the temperature set to
maximum cool.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
1.
2.
3. 62
If the interior is very warm,
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Ventilation
Using the Heater
Using the A /C
90

Î
Î
Î
Ì
µ
ÌÌÎ
Î
ÌÎ
Follow the Severe Maintenance
Schedule if you drive your vehicle
MAINLY under one or more of the
f ollowing conditions: Extensive idling or long periods of
stop and go driving, such as a taxi or
a commercial delivery vehicle.
Driving with a roof rack, or driving
in mountainous conditions. Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per
trip or, in f reezing temperatures,
driving less than 10 miles (16 km)
per trip.
Driving in extremely hot [over 90°F
(32°C)] conditions.
Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced
roads. Follow the
Maintenance Schedule f or Severe
Conditions. Canadian Owners
150
miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every
60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years
( (O
O r
re
ev
ve
er
ry
y 7
7y
ye
ea
ar
rs
s, , w
w h
hi
ic
ch h e
ev
ve
er
r c
coo m
m e
es
s f
fi
ir
r s
st t)
)
(
(
O
O r
re
ev
ve
er
ry
y 3
3y
ye
ea
ar
rs
s, , w
w h
hi
ic
ch h e
ev
ve
er
r c
coo m
m e
es
s f
fi
ir
r s
st t)
)
(
(
O
O t
th
h e
er
rw
w i
is
se e a
ad
d j
ju
u s
stt o
o n
nl
ly
y i
if
f n
n o
oi
is
sy y )
)
(
(
O
O r
re
ev
ve
er
ry
y 2
2y
ye
ea
ar
rs
s, , w
w h
hi
ic
ch h e
ev
ve
er
r c
coo m
m e
es
s f
fi
ir
r s
st t)
)
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) (Use normal schedule
except in dusty conditions)
10
16
20
3230
4840
6450
80 70
112 80
128 100
160
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop 110
176
60
96 90
144 120
192130
208140
224150
240
Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Check inflation and condition once a month
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first
( (O
O r
re
ev
ve
er
ry
y 1
1y
ye
ea
ar
r,
, w
w h
hi
ic
ch h e
ev
ve
er
r c
coo m
m e
es
s f
fi
ir
r s
st t)
)
(
( O
O r
re
ev
ve
er
ry
y 1
1y
ye
ea
ar
r,
, w
w h
hi
ic
ch h e
ev
ve
er
r c
coo m
m e
es
s f
fi
ir
r s
st t)
)
See information on maintenance and
emission warranty on page . See timing belt on page for
replacement information under special
driving conditions. Replace at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 3
years, then every 30,000 miles (48,000
km) or 2 years. See dust and pollen filter on page for
replacement information under special
driving conditions.
Check engine oil and coolant
Check tires
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page175)
Replace engine oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches
Visually inspect the following items:
Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components, Driveshaft boots
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items: Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system , Fuel lines and connections
Lights and controls/vehicle underbody
Inspect and adjust drive belts
Replace dust and pollen filter
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace automatic transmission fluid
Replace manual transmission fluid
Inspect idle speed
Replace timing belt , inspect auto-tensioner and
water pump
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid 1:
2:
3:
: 160
148 169
1
2
,3
Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions

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.

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.

Î
................
DANGER, Explanation of . ii
...................................
Dashboard .4, 52
................
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
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 190
...........
Brake System Indicator . 196
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 183
Index
C
DE
II

CONT INUED
.....
Charging System Indicator . 194
..................
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
F
G
INDEX
III

..................................................
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
H I
J
K
L
IV