2008 HONDA CIVIC COUPE dimensions

A summary of the inf ormation you
need when you pull up to the f uelpump.
A convenient ref erence to the
sections in this manual.
How to order manuals and other
technical literature.
A quick ref erence to the main
controls in your vehicle.
Explains the purpose of each
instrument panel indicator and gauge,
and how to use the controls on the
dashboard and steering column.
How to operate the heating and air
conditioning system, the audio
system, and other convenience
f eatures. What gasoline to use, how to break-
in your new vehicle, and how to load
luggage and other cargo.
The proper way to start the engine,
shif t the transmission, and park.
A summary of the warranties
covering your new vehicle, and how
to contact us for any reason. Refer to
your warranty manual f or detailed
inf ormation.
The maintenance minder shows you
when you need to take your vehicle
to the dealer for maintenance service.
There is also a list of things to check
and instructions on how to check
them.
This section covers several problems
motorists sometimes experience,
and details how to handle them.
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities,
and technical information.
Important inf ormation about the
proper use and care of your vehicle’s
seat belts, an overview of the
supplemental restraint system, and
valuable inf ormation on how to
protect children with child restraints.
Overview of Contents
Contents
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Instruments and Controls
Features Bef ore Driving
Driving
Maintenance
Warranty and Customer
Relations
(U.S. and Canada only)
Authorized Manuals
(U.S. only) Index
Service Inf ormation Summary
T aking Care of the Unexpected
T echnical Inf ormation
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Specif ications
296
Dimensions
Engine
Weights
Seating Capacities 174.8 in (4,440 mm)
68.9 in (1,751 mm)
53.5 in (1,358 mm)
104.3 in (2,650 mm)
59.0 in (1,499 mm)
59.9 in (1,522 mm)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
Spark plugsWater cooled 4-stroke
SOHC VTEC , DOHC i-VTEC
4-cylinder gasoline engine
3.19 x 3.44 in (81.0 x 87.3 mm)
3.39x3.39in(86x86mm) 110 cu-in (1,799 cm
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122 cu-in (1,998 cm)
10.5 11.0
NGK:
DENSO: IZFR6K-11SSKJ20DR-M11SIFR7G-11KSSK22PR-M11S
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
Total
FrontRear
32
5
60.2 in (1,528 mm)
FrontRear
NGK:
DENSO:
1:2: DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX, EX-LSi
1:2:
LX, Canadian DX-G (M/T), EX, EX-L
DX, Canadian DX-G (A/T)
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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
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CD Player . 130, 150
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CD Player Error Messages . 136, 158
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Ceiling Light . 111
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Certif ication Label . 294
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Chains, Tires . 263
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Changing a Flat Tire . 271
Changing Oil
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How to . 236
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When to . 225
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Charging System Indicator . 57, 281
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 68
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 203
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Child Saf ety . 32
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Booster Seats . 47
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Child Seats . 39
Important Saf ety
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Reminders . 32, 35
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Inf ants . 37
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Large Children . 46
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LATCH . 41
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Risks with Airbags . 33
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Small Children . 38 .........................................
Tethers . 45
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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
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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
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Adding . 238
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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
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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
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Dashboard . 3, 54
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Daytime Running Lights . 73
Daytime Running Lights
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Indicator . 63
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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
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Dimming the Headlights . 72
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission . 242
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Engine Oil . 189
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Directional Signals . 72
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 213
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Disc Care . 174
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Disc Player . 130, 150
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Display Change Button . 66
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Unexpected, Taking Care ..........................................
of the . 269 ..
Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 299
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Unleaded Gasoline . 186
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 238
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Using a Booster Seat . 47
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Time, Setting the . 180
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Tire Chains . 263
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Tire, How to Change a Flat . 271
Tire Pressure Monitoring
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System (TPMS) . 218
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Tires . 255
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Air Pressure . 255, 257
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Chains . 263
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Checking Wear . 258
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Compact Spare . 270
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 299
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Inf lation . 255
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Inspection . 258
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Labeling . 301
Low Tire Pressure
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Indicator . 61, 218
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Maintenance . 259
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Replacing . 261
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Rotating . 260
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Service Lif e . 258
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Snow . 263
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Specif ications . 298
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Summer Tires . 257, 262
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TPMS . 218
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Wear . 260
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Wheels . 264 ...................
Tools, Tire Changing . 271
Towing
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A Trailer . 221
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Emergency Wrecker . 290
Transmission Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic . 242
Checking Fluid Level,
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Manual . 243
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Fluid Selection . 242, 243
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Identif ication Number . 295
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Shif ting the Automatic . 208
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Shif ting the Manual . 205
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Treadwear . 299
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Treadwear Indicators . 258
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Trip Meter . 66
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Trunk . 90
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Emergency Opener . 91
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Opening . 90
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Open Indicator . 63
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Turn Signals . 72 ................................
Vanity Mirror . 109
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 198
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Vehicle Dimensions . 296
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 294
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Vehicle Storage . 267
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Ventilation . 116
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VIN . 294
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Viscosity, Oil . 235
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WARNING, Explanation of . ii
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Warning Button, Hazard . 74
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Warning Labels, Location of . 51
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Warranty Coverages . 313
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