2007 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID oil filter

If you have the skills and tools to
perform more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the service manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer. This section also includes
instructions on how to read the
maintenance minder messages on
the information display, a
maintenance record, and instructions
for simple maintenance tasks you
may want to take care of yourself. This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions. ......................
Maintenance Saf ety .178
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Maintenance Minder .179
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Maintenance Record .186
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Fluid Locations .188
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Adding Engine Oil .189
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Changing the Oil and Filter .190
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Engine Coolant .192
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Windshield Washers .194
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Transmission Fluid .195
Continuously Variable ............
Transmission (CVT) .195
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Brake Fluid .196
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Lights .197
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Roof Antenna .202
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Cleaning the Seat Belts .203
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Floor Mats .203
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DustandPollenFilter .204
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Wiper Blades .205
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Wheels .207
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Tires .207
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Checking the 12 Volt Battery .212
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Vehicle Storage .213
255
Maintenance
Maint enance
177

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Maintenance Minder
185
: Maintenance
Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element
If you drive in dusty conditions, replace
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Replace dust and pollen filter
If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission fluid
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Maintenance
Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items:
Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connect ions
A
B
Symbol
Symbol
1
2
3
4
5
If the message ‘‘SERVICE OIL’’ does not appear more than 12 months after
the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
Independent of the maintenance minder display, replace the brake fluid
every 3 years.
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
NOTE: 1:
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Maintenance Minder

You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API certif ication seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the information
display.Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the inf ormation
display. The oil and f ilter collect
contaminants that can damage your
engine if they are not removed
regularly.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Removethenineholdingclips
with a flat-tipped screwdriver and
two bolts, then pull the under-
cover down.
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
1.
2.3.
Only on U.S. models
Changing the Oil and Filter
Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
190
HOLDING CLIP
BOLTS

Refill the engine with the
recommended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks. Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it. Reinstall 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.
Remove the oil drain bolt and
washer from the bottom of the
engine. Drain the oil into an
appropriate container.
Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.
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.7.
8.
9.
4. 5.
6.10.
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Changing the Oil and Filter
Maint enance
191
DRAIN BOLT
WASHER OIL FILTER
3.4 US qt (3.2)
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)

Turn of f the engine, let it sit f or
several minutes, then check the oil
level on the dipstick. If necessary,
add more oil.
Put the under-cover back in place
and reinstall the nine holding clips.
Locktheclipssecurelybypushing
on the center of each clip.If the coolant level in the reserve
tank is at or below the MIN line, add
coolant to bring it up to between the
MIN and MAX lines. Inspect the
cooling system f or leaks.
Always use Honda Long-Lif e
Antif reeze/Coolant Type 2. This
coolant is pre-mixed with 50 %
antif reeze and 50 % water. Never add
straight antif reeze or plain water. If Honda antif reeze/coolant is not
available, you may use another
major-brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporaryreplacement.Makesureit
is a high-quality coolant
recommended f or aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion,
causingthecoolingsystemto
malf unction or f ail. Have the cooling
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda antif reeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
11.
12.
Only on U.S. models
A dding Engine Coolant
Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant
192
RESERVE TANK
Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.

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Specif ications
242
Dimensions
Weights
EngineCapacities
176.7 in (4,489 mm)
69.0 in (1,752 mm)
56.3 in (1,430 mm)
106.3 in (2,700 mm)
59.1 in (1,501 mm)
60.2 in (1,529 mm)
2.87 x 3.15 in (73.0 x 80.0 mm) 82 cu-in (1.339 cm
)
10.8
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs ILFR6J-11K SK20HPR-L11 Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
3.0 US qt (2.8
)
5.4 US qt (5.1)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity: 0.108 US gal (0.41
)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine 13.2 US gal (50
)
1.255 US gal (4.75)
1.59 US gal (6.0)
3.4 US qt (3.2
)
3.2 US qt (3.0)
4.0 US qt (3.8)
Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC i-VTEC
gasoline engine with Hybrid Electric
Front
Rear
Approx.
1:
2: Change
Total
Change
Without filter
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Vehicles
Canada Vehicles
(NGK) (DENSO)
Windshield
washer reservoir
1
2
Including filter

CONT INUED
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Fan, Interior .101
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Features .99
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Filling the Fuel Tank .151
Filters
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Dust and Pollen .204
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Oil .190
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Flashers, Hazard Warning .74
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Flat Tire, Changing a .217
Fluids
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Automatic Transmission .195
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Brake .196 ..................
Windshield Washer .194
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .139
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Four-way Flashers .74
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Front Airbags . 9, 21
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Fuel .150
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Fill Door and Cap .151
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Gauge .66
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Octane Requirement .150
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Oxygenated .150
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Reserve Indicator .61
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Tank, Filling the .151
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Fuses, Checking the .231
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Gas Mileage, Improving .154
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Gasohol .150
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Gasoline .150
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Fuel Reserve Indicator .61
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Gauge .66
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Octane Requirement .150
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Tank, Filling the .151
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Gas Station Procedures .151
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .244
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Driver and Passenger Safety .5
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Driving .163
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Economy .154
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Dust and Pollen Filter .204
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Economy, Fuel .154
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Emergencies on the Road .215
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Battery, Jump Starting .223
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Brake System Indicator .230
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Changing a Flat Tire .217
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Charging System Indicator .228
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Checking the Fuses .231
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .227
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .229
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Overheated Engine .225
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Emergency Brake .94
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Emergency Flashers .74
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Emergency Towing .237
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Emergency Trunk Opener .86
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Emissions Controls .247
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Emissions Testing, State .250
Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge .65 ..............
Engine Speed Limiter .168
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp . 62, 229
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 62, 227
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Oil, What Kind to Use .189
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Overheating .225
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Specif ications .242
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Starting .165
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Evaporative Emissions Controls .247
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Exhaust Fumes .52
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by .16
Index
F
E
G
INDEX
III

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Protecting Larger Children .48
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Radiator Overheating .225
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Radio/CD/Sound System .106
Radio/CD/PC Card Sound
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System .121
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Readiness Codes . 229, 250
Rear Lights, Bulb ......................
Replacement . 200, 201
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Rear View Mirror .93
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Rear Window Def ogger .75
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Reclining the Seat-backs .90
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Remote Transmitter .87
Replacement Inf ormation
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Dust and Pollen Filter .204
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Engine Oil and Filter .190
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Fuses .232
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Light Bulbs .197
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Maintenance Minder .179
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Tires .207
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Wiper Blades .204
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .20 Reserve Tank, Engine
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Coolant . 153, 192
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Restraint, Child .34
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Reverse Gear Position . 168
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Rotation, Tire .210
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Safety Belts . 8, 18
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 254
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Saf ety Features .7
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Airbags .9
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Seat Belts .8
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 53
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Saf ety Messages .iii
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Seat Belts . 8, 18
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Additional Information . 18
Automatic Seat Belt ...............................
Tensioners .19
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14, 18
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Mainte nance . 20, 203
Reminder Light and ................................
Beeper . 18, 58
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System Components . 18
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Use During Pregnancy . 16Wearing a Lap/Shoulder
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Belt . 14, 18
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Seats, Adjusting the .89
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Security System .144
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Serial Number .240
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Service Intervals .185
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Service Manual .255
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Service Station Procedures . 151
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Setting the Clock .119
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Shif t Lever Position Indicators . 166
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Shif t Lock Release .169
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Side Airbags . 9, 28
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Off Indicator . 30, 59
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Side Curtain Airbags .29
Side Marker Lights, Bulb ..............................
Replacement .199
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Signaling Turns .73
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Snow Tires .211
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Sound System .106
Spare Tire ......................................
Inf lating .216
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Specif ications .243
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Specif ications Charts . 242
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Speed Control .145
Speed-Sensitive Volume .......
Compensation (SVC) . 111, 124
Index
R
S
VI