2008 HONDA CIVIC COUPE oil viscosity

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Aggressive driving (hard
acceleration and braking)
Excessive idling, accelerating and
braking in stop-and-go traf f ic
Cold engine operation (engines
aremoreefficientwhenwarmedup)
Driving with a heavy load or the
air conditioner running
Improperly inf lated tires
The f ollowing f actors can lower your
vehicle’s f uel economy:
A properly maintained vehicle
maximizes f uel economy. Poor
maintenance can signif icantly reduce
f uel economy. Always maintain your
vehicle according to the maintenance
messages displayed on the
inf ormation display (see
on page ).
For example: Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering,
and hard braking increase fuel
consumption.
Aerodynamic drag has a big ef f ect
on f uel mileage at speeds above 45
mph (75 km/h). Reduce your
speed and you reduce the drag.
Trailers, car top carriers, roof
racks and bike racks are also big
contributors to increased drag.
If your vehicle has a
manual transmission, you can
boost your f uel economy by up
shif ting as early as possible.
Idling
results in 0 miles per gallon.
An under-inf lated tire increases
‘‘rolling resistance,’’ which reduces
f uel economy.
It puts a heavier
load on the engine, increasing f uel
consumption.
In
particular, a build-up of snow or
mud on your vehicle’s underside
adds weight and rolling resistance.
Frequent cleaning helps your f uel
economy.
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Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy Factors Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the A PI
Certif ication Seal (see page).
Improving Fuel Economy Owner’s
Maintenance Checks Drive moderately
Observe the speed limit
Always drive in the highest gear
possible
Avoid excessive idling
Maintain proper tire inf lation
A void carrying excess weight in
your vehicle
K eep your vehicle clean
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Vehicle Maint enance Drive Ef f icient ly
Bef ore Driving
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µYou 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.
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is
pref erred f or improved f uel economy
and year-round protection in your
vehicle. You may use a 10W-30 oil if
the temperature in your area never
goes below 20°F ( 7°C).
Make sure the API Certif ication Seal
says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
The oil viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
5W-20 oil is f ormulated f or year-
round protection of your vehicle, to
improve cold weather starting and
f uel economy.
Honda Motor Oil is the pref erred
5W-20 lubricant f or your vehicle. Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives
Si model:
DX, Canadian DX-G, L X, EX, and
EX-L models:
A dding Engine Oil
Maint enance
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Ambient Temperature
Ambient Temperature
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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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Maintenance . 223
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Items . 228, 231
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Minder . 225
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Minder Indicator . 60, 225
Owner’s Maintenance
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Checks . 230
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Saf ety . 224
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 57, 282
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Manual Transmission . 205
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Checking Fluid Level . 243
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Shif ting . 205
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 243
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Mats, Floor . 252
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Meters, Gauges . 65
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Methanol in Gasoline . 187
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Mirrors, Adjusting . 104
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Modif ying Your Vehicle . 196
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Moonroof . 102
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MP3 . 131, 151, 160
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Neutral Gear Position . 209
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New Vehicle Break-in . 186 .....................
Normal Shif t Speeds . 206
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 294
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 186
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Odometer . 66
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Odometer, Trip . 66
Oil
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Change, How to . 236
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Change, When to . 225
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Checking Engine . 189
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Pressure Indicator . 57, 281
Selecting Proper Viscosity
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Chart . 235
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 78
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery . 305
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Outside Mirrors . 104
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Overheating, Engine . 279
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 230
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Oxygenated Fuels . 187 ..............
Panel Brightness Control . 73
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Park Gear Position . 209
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Parking . 212
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Parking Brake . 105
Parking Brake and Brake
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System Indicator . 58, 283
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Parking Lights . 72, 249
Parking Over Things that
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Burn . 212, 307
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PC Card . 159
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PC Card Error Messages . 171
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PGM-FI System . 306
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Playing a Disc . 130, 150
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Playing a PC Card . 159
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Pollen Filter . 253
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Power Door Locks . 80
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Power Socket Locations . 106, 108
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Power Steering Fluid . 245
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Power Windows . 100
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 16
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Preparing to Drive . 203
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
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Additional Safety Precautions . 16
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 16
Index
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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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Index
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