2006 HONDA CIVIC COUPE trailer

This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
manual and automatic transmissions.
It also includes important
information on parking your vehicle,
and the braking system........................
Driving Guidelines .192
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Preparing to Drive .193
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Starting the Engine .194
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Manual Transmission .195
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Automatic Transmission .198
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Parking .202
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Braking System .203
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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) .204
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Towing a Trailer .205
Driving
Driving
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Because of the low-prof ile tires
f itted to your vehicle, the alloy
wheels are closer to the ground.
Driving over a pothole or road
debris at too high a speed can
seriously damage a wheel. Slow
down under these conditions.
Curbs and steep inclines could
damage the f ront and rear
bumpers. Low curbs that do not
affect the average vehicle may be
high enough to hit the bumper on
your vehicle. The f ront or rear
bumper may scrape when trying to
drive onto an incline, such as a
steep driveway or trailer ramps.
Use caution if you ever drive your
vehicleonveryroughorrutted
roads. You could damage the
suspension and underbody by
bottoming out. Going too f ast over
parking lot ‘‘speed bumps’’ can
also cause damage.
Your vehicle is designed to give you
optimum handling and perf ormance
on well-maintained roads. As part of
this design, your vehicle has a
minimum of ground clearance and
very low-prof ile tires.
Driving Guidelines
Si model
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It only helps with the
steering control during braking.
such as trying to take a
corner too f ast or making a sudden
lane change. Always drive at a safe
speed f or the road and weather
conditions.
Always steer moderately
when you are braking hard. Severe
or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your vehicle to veer
into oncoming traffic or off the road. on loose or
uneven surf aces, such as gravel or
snow, than a vehicle without anti-
lock. Slow down, and allow a greater
distance between vehicles under
those conditions. Your vehicle is not designed to tow a
trailer; Attempting to do so can void
your warranties.
A BS does not reduce the time or
distance it takes to stop the
vehicle.
A BS will not prevent a skid that
results f rom changing direction
abruptly,
A BS cannot prevent a loss of
stability. A vehicle with A BS may require a
longer distance to stop
Important Saf ety Reminders
Towing a Trailer
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), Towing a Trailer
Driving
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Time, Setting the .173
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Tire Chains .247
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Tire, How to Change a Flat .253
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Tires .241
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Air Pressure .242
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Checking Wear .243
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Compact Spare .252
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .280
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Inf lation .241
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Inspection .243
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Labeling .282
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Maintenance .244
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Replacing .245
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Rotating .244
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Snow .246
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Specif ications .279
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Tools, Tire Changing .253
Towing
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A Trailer .205
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Emergency Wrecker .272
Transmission Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic .228
Checking Fluid Level, ...................................
Manual .229
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Fluid Selection .228,229 ..............
Identif ication Number .277
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Shif ting the Automatic . 198
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Shif ting the Manual . 195
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Treadwear .280
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Treadwear Indicators . 243
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Trip Meter .64
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Trunk .88
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Emergency Opener .89
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Opening .88
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Open Indicator .61
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Turn Signals .70
Unexpected, Taking Care ..........................................
of the .251
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 280
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Unleaded Gasoline .180
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 224
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Using a Booster Seat .47
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Vanity Mirror .105
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 189
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Vehicle Dimensions .278 ....
Vehicle Identif ication Number . 276
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Vehicle Storage .250
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Ventilation .112
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VIN .276
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Viscosity, Oil .221
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WARNING, Explanation of . ii
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Warning Button, Hazard . 72
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Warning Labels, Location of . 51
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Warranty Coverages .289
Washer, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level . 227
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Indicator .61
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Operation .69
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering . 73
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Alignment and Balance . 244
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Compact Spare .252
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Replacing .245
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Wrench, Nut .254
Windows ..................
Operating the Power . 96
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Rear, Def ogger .72
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