2008 HONDA CIVIC COUPE automatic transmission fluid

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Fluid Locations
DX, Canadian DX-G, L X, EX, and EX-L models
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RADIATOR CAP
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange handle)
BRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
CLUTCH FLUID
(Manual
transmission only)
(Light gray cap)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
: Except for Canadian DX-G with manual transmission POWER STEERING FLUID
(Red cap)
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If the level is below the lower
mark, add f luid into the dipstick
hole to bring it to the level
between the upper and lower
marks.
Pour the f luid slowly and caref ully
so you do not spill any. Clean up
any spill immediately; it could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Check the f luid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature. Park the vehicle on level ground.
Start the engine, let it run until the
radiator f an comes on, then shut
of f the engine. For accurate
results, wait about 60 seconds (but
no longer than 90 seconds) bef ore
doing step 2. Remove the dipstick, and check
the f luid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
f rom the transmission, and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
Always use Honda ATF-Z1
(automatic transmission f luid).
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the maintenance minder (see page ).
If you are not sure how to add f luid,
contact your dealer.
3. 4.
1.
2.5. 6.
225
Automatic Transmission Fluid
242
LOWER
MARK
UPPER
MARK
DIPSTICK
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If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certif ication seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
temporary replacement. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stif f er shif ting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
transmission f iller bolt, and caref ully
f eel inside the bolt hole with your
f inger. The f luid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
starts to run out of the hole. Reinstall
the f iller bolt, and tighten it securely.
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Manual Transmission Fluid
A ut omat ic T ransmission Fluid, Manual T ransmission Fluid
Maint enance
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FILLER BOLT
Correct Level Correct Level
Si
DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX, EX-L FILLER BOLTUse only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). Do
not mix with other transmission f luids.
Using transmission f luid other than
Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 may cause
deterioration in transmission operation
and durability, and could result in
damage to the transmission.
Damage resulting f rom the use of
transmission f luid other than Honda
Genuine ATF-Z1 is not covered by the
Honda new vehicle warranty.
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If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certif ication seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
temporary replacement. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stif f er shif ting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
transmission f iller bolt, and caref ully
f eel inside the bolt hole with your
f inger. The f luid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
starts to run out of the hole. Reinstall
the f iller bolt, and tighten it securely.
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Manual Transmission Fluid
A ut omat ic T ransmission Fluid, Manual T ransmission Fluid
Maint enance
243
FILLER BOLT
Correct Level Correct Level
Si
DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX, EX-L FILLER BOLTUse only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). Do
not mix with other transmission f luids.
Using transmission f luid other than
Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 may cause
deterioration in transmission operation
and durability, and could result in
damage to the transmission.
Damage resulting f rom the use of
transmission f luid other than Honda
Genuine ATF-Z1 is not covered by the
Honda new vehicle warranty.
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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation
297
Air Conditioning
Lights
Capacities
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant oil typeHFC-134a (R-134a)
14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g)
SP-10
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 60 W
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V 51 W
28/8 W
21 W
21/5 W
3CP
18 W
21 W
3CP8W8W5W
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in
the engine
Reserve tank capacity:
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine 13.2 US gal (50)
1.45 US gal (5.5)
1.37 US gal (5.2)
1.19 US gal (4.5)
1.88 US gal (7.1)
1.72 US gal (6.5)
1.80 US gal (6.8)
3.9 US qt (3.7
)
4.6 US qt (4.4)
3.7 US qt (3.5)
4.4 US qt (4.2)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
5.8 US qt (5.5)
1.5 US qt (1.4)
1.6 US qt (1.5)
1.7 US qt (1.6)
1.8 US qt (1.7)
2.5 US qt (2.4)
6.2 US qt (5.9)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
0.11 US gal (0.4
)
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil Manual
transmission
fluid Automatic
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir
Change Total
Change
Including
filter
Without filter
Total
ChangeTotal
Change Total
U.S. Vehicles
Canada
Vehicles Approx.
1: 2: 3:
4: Si A/T
M/T
A/T
M/T
:(HB3)(HB4)
EX, EX-L, Si:
Canada: DX, DX-G, LX, EX, EX-L
U.S.: DX, LX, EX, EX-L Replacement of the light should be done by yourdealer.
U.S. DX and LX
Canada: DX, DX-G, LX
1 2 3 34334
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CONT INUED
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Accessories and Modif ications . 195
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.......................................
Position) . 78
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Accessory Power Sockets . 108
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Adding Engine Coolant . 238
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Additives, Engine Oil . 235
.......
Adjusting the Steering Wheel . 75
.........
Advice f or Pregnant Women . 16
...............................
Airbag (SRS) . 9, 21
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Air Conditioning System . 114
.........................................
Usage . 117
...............
Air Pressure, Tires . 255, 257
.......................
Alcohol in Gasoline . 187
......................................
Antif reeze . 238
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator . 59, 214
...................................
Operation . 214
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 179
Anti-thef t Steering Column
..............................................
Lock . 78
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Audio System . 119
.....
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 81
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 182 ..............
Automatic Transmission . 208
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Capacity, Fluid . 297
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Checking Fluid Level . 242
.......................................
Shif ting . 208
Shif t Lever Position
...............................
Indicators . 208
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 209
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 211
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 57, 281
............................
Jump Starting . 277
..............................
Maintenance . 265
............................
Specif ications . 298
..............................
Bef ore Driving . 185
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Belts,Seat .8,18
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Beverage Holders . 107
..................................
Booster Seats . 47
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 214
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Break-in, New Linings . 186
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Bulb Replacement . 250
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Fluid . 244 .......................................
Parking . 105
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System Design . 213
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System Indicator . 58, 283
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Wear Indicators . 213
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Braking System . 213
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 186
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 73
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Brights, Headlights . 72
Bulb Replacement
..........................
Back-up Lights . 250
..............................
Brake Lights . 250
................
Front Parking Lights . 249
........
Front Side Marker Lights . 249
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Headlights . 246
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High-mount Brake Light . 251
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Specif ications . 297
....................
Turn Signal Lights . 249
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Bulbs, Halogen . 246
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Capacities Chart . 297
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50
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Carrying Cargo . 197
Index
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B
C
INDEX
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Care . 174
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CD Changer . 135, 157
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CD Changer Error Messages . 137
..............................
CD Player . 130, 150
.
CD Player Error Messages . 136, 158
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Ceiling Light . 111
........................
Certif ication Label . 294
.................................
Chains, Tires . 263
....................
Changing a Flat Tire . 271
Changing Oil
........................................
How to . 236
......................................
When to . 225
...
Charging System Indicator . 57, 281
..............
Check Fuel Cap Message . 68
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 203
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Child Saf ety . 32
..............................
Booster Seats . 47
...................................
Child Seats . 39
Important Saf ety
.........................
Reminders . 32, 35
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Inf ants . 37
............................
Large Children . 46
.........................................
LATCH . 41
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Risks with Airbags . 33
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Small Children . 38 .........................................
Tethers . 45
...........................
Warning Labels . 51
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Where Should a Child Sit? . 33
Child Seats ......................................
Installing . 40
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Lower Anchors . 41
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Selecting . 39
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Tether Anchor Points . 45
Cleaning ...................................
Seat Belts . 251
..............................................
Clock . 180
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Clutch Fluid . 245
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CO in the Exhaust . 305
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Coat Hook . 108
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 204
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Compact Spare Tire . 270
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Console Compartment . 107
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Consumer Inf ormation . 312
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Controls, Instruments and . 53
Coolant
........................................
Adding . 238
....................................
Checking . 191
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Proper Solution . 238
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Temperature Gauge . 68
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System . 305 ................
Cruise Control Indicator . 62
............
Cruise Control Operation . 182
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Cup Holders . 107
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Customer Service Inf ormation . 312
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
...................................
Dashboard . 3, 54
................
Daytime Running Lights . 73
Daytime Running Lights
.......................................
Indicator . 63
.................................
Dead Battery . 277
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 314
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 74
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Def rosting the Windows . 118
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Dimensions . 296
...............
Dimming the Headlights . 72
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission . 242
..................................
Engine Oil . 189
..........................
Directional Signals . 72
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 213
.......................................
Disc Care . 174
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Disc Player . 130, 150
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Display Change Button . 66
Index
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Disposal of Used Oil . 238
Doors
.
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 81
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Locking and Unlocking . 79
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Power Door Locks . 80
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 299
Downshif ting, Manual
.............................
Transmission . 205
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................
Driving . 201
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Economy . 192
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 253
..............................
Economy, Fuel . 192
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Emergencies . 269
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 277
...........
Brake System Indicator . 283
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 271
.....
Charging System Indicator . 281
..................
Checking the Fuses . 284
.........
Hazard Warning Flashers . 74
............................
Jump Starting . 277
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 281
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 282 ..................
Overheated Engine . 279
.......................................
Towing . 290
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Emergency Brake . 105
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Emergency Flashers . 74
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Emergency Towing . 290
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 91
.......................
Emissions Controls . 305
........................
Emissions Testing . 308Engine
............
Adding Engine Coolant . 238
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 68
.........................
If It Won’t Start . 275
Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp . 57, 282
.......................
Oil Lif e Indicator . 225
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 57, 281
.............................
Oil, Synthetic . 235
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 234
...............................
Overheating . 279
............................
Specif ications . 296
....................
Speed Limiter . 207, 210
.......................................
Starting . 204
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline . 187
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 305
...............................
Exhaust Fumes . 50 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................
Belts by . 16
....................................
Fan Control . 115
.........................................
Features . 113
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 187
Filters
.........................
Dust and Pollen . 253
...............................................
Oil . 236
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 74
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 271
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission . 242
..........................................
Brake . 244
.........................................
Clutch . 245
..............
Manual Transmission . 243
..........................
Power Steering . 245
..................
Windshield Washer . 241
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception . 172
...........................
Folding Rear Seat . 98
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Four-way Flashers . 74
Index
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INDEX
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