2006 HONDA CIVIC COUPE oil pressure

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CONT INUEDThe U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or Canadian models are noted in the text.
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Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
DX,DX-G(Canada),LX,EX
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IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR (P.57)
DAYTIME
RUNNING
LIGHTS
INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATORANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP LIGHTS ON
INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
TRUNK-OPEN
INDICATOR
(P.61)DOOR-OPEN
INDICATOR(P.59)
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.61)
(P.59)
(P.61) (P.61) (P.62)
(P.58)(P.62)
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62)
(P.61)
(P.57,264) (P.60,209)
(P.61)
(P.
57, 263)
(P.
58)
(P. 57, 263) PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.
58)
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or Canadian models are noted in the text.
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Instrument Panel
Si
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LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
(EPS) INDICATOR CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR (P.62)
HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
DAYTIME
RUNNING
LIGHTS
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.
61)
(P.
61)
(P. 60) (P.
62)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
DOOR-OPEN
INDICATOR TRUNK-OPEN
INDICATOR
REV LIMIT INDICATOR
(P. 61)(P.
58)
(P.61)
(P.58) (P.
60)
(P. 62)
(P. 61)
(P.
61)
(P.
57)
(P.
59)
(P. 57, 263)
(P. 57, 263)
(P. 57, 264) (P.
59)
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P.58)
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P. 60,209)
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The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
inf ormation about your vehicle. If this indicator comes on when theengine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For more inf ormation,
see page .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator f lashes or stays on
when the engine is running. For
more information, see page .
See page .
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. It reminds you and your
passengers to f asten your seat belts.
A beeper also sounds if you have not
f astened your seat belt.
If you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position bef ore f astening
your seat belt, the beeper sounds
and the indicator f lashes. If you do
notfastenyourseatbeltbeforethe
beeper stops, the indicator stops
f lashing but remains on. If your f ront passenger does not
f asten their seat belt, the indicator
comes on about 6 seconds af ter the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position.
If either of you do not f asten your
seat belt while driving, the beeper
will sound and the indicator will f lash
again at regular intervals. For more
inf ormation, see page .
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263
264 Charging System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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U.S. Vehicles:
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed. Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page . Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the
inf ormation display.
183
185
228 230
241 232
Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA
standards. Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Maintenance Minder
214
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Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.Refill the engine with the
recommended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Replace the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it.
Make sure to clean of f any dirt
and dust on the connecting
surf ace of a new oil f ilter.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Make sure the oil f ilter gasket is
not stuck to the engine block. If it
is, remove it bef ore installing a
new oil f ilter.
5. 6.
7.
8.
3. 4. Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX
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Changing the Oil and Filter
Maint enance
223
OIL FILTER
Si
DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX
3.9 US qt (3.7)
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m) 4.6 US qt (4.4
)
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This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you inf ormation about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.......................
Compact Spare Tire .252
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Changing a Flat Tire .253
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If the Engine Won’t Start .257
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Jump Starting .259
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If the Engine Overheats .261
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .263
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Charging System Indicator .263
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .264
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Brake System Indicator .265
..............................................
Fuses .266
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Fuse Locations .270
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Emergency Towing .272
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
251
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Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see on page).
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3.
4.
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272 Charging System Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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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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