2006 HONDA CIVIC COUPE parking brake

Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or f rozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
You cannot start your vehicle with an
automatic transmission by pushing
or pulling it. To jump start your vehicle:
Turn of f all the electrical
accessories: heater, A/C, audio
system, lights, etc. Put the
transmission in neutral (M/T) or
Park (A/T), and set the parking
brake. The numbers in the illustrations
show you the order to connect the
jumper cables.
1.
2.
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Jump Starting
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BOOSTER BATTERY
DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
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Once your vehicle is running,
disconnect the negative cable f rom
your vehicle, then f rom the
booster battery. Disconnect the
positive cable f rom your vehicle,
then from the booster battery.
Keep the ends of the jumper cables
away from each other and any metal
on the vehicle until everything is
disconnected. Otherwise, you may
cause an electrical short. The pointer of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
If the vehicle overheats, you
should take immediate action. The
only indication may be the
temperature gauge climbing to or
above the red mark. Or you may
see steam or spray coming f rom
under the hood.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in neutral
(M/T) or Park (A/T), and set the
parking brake. Turn of f all
accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning indicators.
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.
7.
1.
2.
Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats
If the Engine Overheats
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261
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature gauge
pointer at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.
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However, if the brake pedal does not
f eel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will f eel the brake
pedal go down much f arther bef ore
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.
If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and caref ully. Slow down by shif ting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is saf e. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed and repaired as
soon as possible (seeon page ).
If the f luid level is low, take your
vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads. If the brake system indicator comes
on while driving, the brake f luid level
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it f eels normal.
If it does, check the brake f luid level
thenexttimeyoustopataservice
station (see page ). If the ABS indicator comes on with
the brake system indicator, have
your vehicle inspected by your
dealer immediately.
The brake system
indicator normally
comes on when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position and as a reminder to
check the parking brake. It will stay
on if you do not f ully release the
parking brake.
230 272Emergency
Towing
Brake System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
265
Canada
U.S.
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µµ If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this:
If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle:
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the f ront tires and lif t them of f
the ground. The rear tires remain on
the ground. Release the parking brake.
Shif t the transmission to neutral.
Turn of f the engine. ShifttoD,thentoN.
Start the engine.
Release the parking brake. Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Do not tie down the vehicle at an
angle that would allow the towing
cables to contact the vehicle’s f ront
bumper. To avoid possible damage,
protect the f ront bumper with tape. With the f ront wheels on the ground,
do not tow the vehicle more than 50
miles (80 km), and keep the speed
below35mph(55km/h).
If your vehicle is equipped with a
f ront spoiler, remove it bef ore
towing so it is not damaged.
Manual Transmission:
Automatic Transmission:
Flat -bed Equipment
Wheel-lif t Equipment
This is the best way to trans-
port your vehicle.
This is an acceptable
way to tow your vehicle.
Emergency Towing
272
Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle must be transported with the
f ront wheels of f the ground.
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Specif ications
Technical Inf ormation
279
Air Conditioning
Lights
Battery Fuses
Alignment
Tires
HFC-134a (R-134a)
14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g)
12 V
12 V 60 W
12 V 51 W
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant oil type
28/8 WSP-10
12 V 12 V
12 V
12 V 21/5 W
12 V 21 W
12 V
12 V
12 V 5 W 8W 3CP
21 W
18 W
Headlights (HI)
Headlights (LO)
Front turn signal/Side marker/
Parking light
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights
Rear side marker lights
Back-up lights
High-mount brake light
License plate lights
Ceiling light
Spotlights
Trunk light
Capacity 36 AH/5 HR See page 271 or the fuse label
attached to the dashboard.
Interior
Under-hood See page 270 or the fuse box
cover.
Toe-in
Camber
Caster 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.08 in (2.0 mm)
0°
1°30’ 7°
P195/65R15 89H
12 V 3 CP
12 V P205/55R16 89H
P215/45R17 87V
12 V 12 V 47 AH/20 HR
45 AH/20 HR 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm)
T125/70D16 96M
T125/70D15 95M
Size
Pressure
12 V 38 AH/5 HR 215/45R17 91W
8W Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
(HB3)
(HB4)
: All models except for EX and Si
1 : U.S.: DX, LX, EX
2 : Canada: DX, DX-G,LX, EX
3: Si Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Front
Rear
Spare
1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
6: U.S. DX, Canada DX, DX-G
LX,EX
Si (all season tires)
U.S.: DX, LX, EX, Canada: DX, DX-G, LX, EX
Optional for Si (summer tires)
Si
1
2
3
3 4
6
1
2, 5
1
3 1
2
3
5
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Accessories and Modif ications .186
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.......................................
Position) .76
............
Accessory Power Sockets .104
................
Adding Engine Coolant .224
....................
Additives, Engine Oil .221
.......
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .73
.........
Advice f or Pregnant Women .16
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9,21
..............
Air Conditioning System .110
.........................................
Usage .113
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .242
.......................
Alcohol in Gasoline .180
......................................
Antif reeze .224
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator .59, 204
...................................
Operation .204
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 172
Anti-thef t Steering Column ..............................................
Lock .76
................................
Audio System .115
.....
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 78
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 175..............
Automatic Transmission . 198
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .278
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 228
.......................................
Shif ting .198
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .198
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 198
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 201
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .57, 263
............................
Jump Starting .259
..............................
Maintenance .248
............................
Specif ications .279
..............................
Bef ore Driving .179
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,18
.........................
Beverage Holders .103
..................................
Booster Seats .47
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 204
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 180
....................
Bulb Replacement .236
...........................................
Fluid .230 .......................................
Parking .101
..........................
System Design .203
.................
System Indicator . 58,265
........................
Wear Indicators .203
.............................
Braking System .203
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 180
..
Brightness Control, Instruments . 71
........................
Brights, Headlights .70
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .236
..............................
Brake Lights .236
................
Front Parking Lights . 235
........
Front Side Marker Lights . 235
.................................
Headlights .232
.........
High-mount Brake Light . 237
............................
Specif ications .279
....................
Turn Signal Lights . 235
..............................
Bulbs, Halogen .232
............................
Capacities Chart .278
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50
.............................
Carrying Cargo .188
Index
A
B
C
INDEX
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Gas Mileage, Improving .185
..........................................
Gasohol .180
.........................................
Gasoline .180
...........................................
Gauge .66
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .62
................
Octane Requirement .180
........................
Tank, Ref ueling .181
................
Gas Station Procedures .181 Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature .66
...............................................
Fuel .66
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission .198
..............
Manual Transmission .196
......................................
Glove Box .103
Gross Axle Weight Rating
.....................................
(GAWR) .189
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .....................................
(GVWR) .189
.............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 232
..............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 72
Headlights ........................................
Aiming .232
............
Daytime Running Lights . 71
..................
High Beam Indicator . 61
........................
Reminder Beeper .70
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 232
...................................
Turning on .70
..............................
Head Restraints .93
.............................
Heated Mirrors .101
.....................
Heating and Cooling .110 .............
High Altitude, Starting at . 194
............................
High Beam Lever .70
..............
High-mount Brake Light . 237
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Hood, Opening and Closing the . 182
..................................................
Horn .68
...........................
Hydraulic Clutch .231
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 276
..............
If the Engine Overheats . 261
..............
If the Engine Wont Start . 257
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .74
...........................................
Switch .76
............
Timing Control System . 284
........................
Immobilizer System .75
.........
Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicators ..............
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 59
Brake (Parking and Brake ....................................
System) .58
................
Charging System . 57,263
.............................
Cruise Control .61
DRL (Daytime Running ......................................
Lights) .61
..............................
Front Airbags .9 ,23
Front Seat ......................................
Adjusting .90
.....................................
Airbags .9, 23
.................................................
Fuel .180
..........
Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 66
....................................
Economy .185
......................
Fill Door and Cap .181
...........................................
Gauge .66
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .62
................
Octane Requirement . 180
...............................
Oxygenated .180
........................
Tank, Ref ueling .181
..............................
Fuse Locations .270
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Fuses, Checking the .266
Index
G HI
IV
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Maintenance .207
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Items .212,215
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Minder .209
.................
Minder Indicator .60,209
Owner’s Maintenance
...................................
Checks .214
.................................
Record .216-217
..........................................
Saf ety .208
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .57,264
...................
Manual Transmission .195
...............
Checking Fluid Level .229
.......................................
Shif ting .195
........
Manual Transmission Fluid .229
....................................
Mats, Floor .238
...............................
Meters, Gauges .63
...................
Methanol in Gasoline .180
........................
Mirrors, Adjusting .100
...............
Modif ying Your Vehicle .187
.........................................
Moonroof .98
................................
MP3.127,147,156
...................
Neutral Gear Position .199 ..................
New Vehicle Break-in .180
.....................
Normal Shif t Speeds .196
...................
NOTICE, Explanation of .i
...............
Numbers, Identif ication .276 ..............
Panel Brightness Control .71
........................
Park Gear Position .199
...........................................
Parking .202
...............................
Parking Brake .101
Parking Brake and Brake
.................
System Indicator .58,265
........................
Parking Lights .70,235
Parking Over Things that
....................................
Burn .202,285
..........................................
PC Card .147
.............................
PGM-FI System .284
........................
Playing a Disc .126,146
.........................
Playing a PC Card .146
...................................
Pollen Filter .239
..........................
Power Door Locks .78
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Power Socket Locations .102,104
....................
Power Steering Fluid .231
..............................
Power Windows .96
.........
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .16
........................
Preparing to Drive .193
.........
Protecting Adults and Teens .11
...
Additional Safety Precautions .16
.....
Advice f or Pregnant Women .16
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline .180
.........................................
Odometer .64
...............................
Odometer, Trip .64
Oil
........................
Change, How to .222
......................
Change, When to .209
......................
Checking Engine .183
..............
Pressure Indicator .57,263
Selecting Proper Viscosity
......................................
Chart .221
...........
ON (Ignition Key Position) .76
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
....................................
Recovery .283
............................
Outside Mirrors .100
....................
Overheating, Engine .261
....
Owner’s Maintenance Checks .214
.........................
Oxygenated Fuels .180
Index
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P
M
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