2008 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID radiator

These labels are in the locations
shown. They warn you of potential
hazards that could cause serious
injury or death. Read these labels
caref ully.
If a label comes of f or becomes hard
to read (except for the U.S.
dashboard label, which is removed
by the owner), contact your dealer
f or a replacement.U.S. modelsCanadian models
U.S. models only
Saf ety L abels
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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DASHBOARD
RADIATOR CAP SUN VISORS
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Look at the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
it is below the MIN line, seeon page f or
inf ormation on adding the proper
coolant. Refer to
on page f or inf ormation
about checking other items on your
vehicle.
218 212
Engine Coolant Check
A dding
Engine Coolant Owner’s Maintenance
Checks
Service Station Procedures
178
MAX
MIN RESERVE TANK
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Ì Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
youfillthefueltank.Seepage.
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page . Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate light monthly. See
page .
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the
inf ormation display.
U.S. Vehicles:
177178
221 222
233 223
Maintenance Minder
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA
standards.
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Fluid Locations
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RADIATOR CAP
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap) AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION (CVT)
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
BRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
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If the reserve tank is completely
empty, you should also check the
coolant level in the radiator.The coolant level should be up to
the base of the f iller neck. Add
coolant if it is low.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components. Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it to half way between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
Pourthecoolantslowlyand
caref ully so you do not spill any.
Clean up any spill immediately; it
could damage components in the
engine compartment.
Make sure the engine and radiator
are cool.
Relieve any pressure in the cooling
system by turning the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without
pressing down.
Remove the radiator cap by
pushing down and turning
counterclockwise. Put the radiator cap back on, and
tighten it fully.
1.
2.
3. 4.
5.
6.
Engine Coolant
Maint enance
219
RADIATOR CAP
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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Check the f luid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
f rom the transmission, and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
Remove the dipstick and check
the f luid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks within the HOT range.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.
Always use Honda CVT Fluid
(Continuously Variable
Transmission f luid).
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. 3.
4. 5.
2.
1.
CONT INUED
Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)
T ransmission Fluid
Maint enance
221
DIPSTICK UPPER
MARK
LOWER
MARK
HOT
Range
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Start the engine, and set the
interior temperature to maximum.
Add coolant to the radiator up to
the base of the f iller neck. If you
do not have the proper coolant
mixture available, you can add
plain water. Remember to have
the cooling system drained and
ref illed with the proper mixture as
soon as you can.
Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and check
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (see
on page ).
If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page
). Add coolant if the level is
below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the reading
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge or lower
bef ore checking the radiator.
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6.
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11.
5.
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263
If theEngineOverheats
Emergency
Towing
Emergency
Towing
252
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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Radiator Overheating .251
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Radio/CD/Sound System .108
Radio/CD/PC Card Sound
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System .128
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Readiness Codes .255,278
Rear Lights, Bulb
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Replacement .226,227
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Rear View Mirror .95
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Rear Window Def ogger .75
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Reclining the Seat-backs .90
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Remote Transmitter .88
Replacement Inf ormation
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Dust and Pollen Filter .230
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Engine Oil and Filter .216
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Fuses .258
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Light Bulbs .223
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Maintenance Minder .207
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Tires .233
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Wiper Blades .230
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .20
Reserve Tank, Engine ...............................
Coolant .178,218
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Restraint, Child .34 ..................
Reverse Gear Position .194
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Rotation, Tire .236
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Saf ety Belts .8,18
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Safety Defects, Reporting .282
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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
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Tensioners .19
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Lap/Shoulder Belt .14,18
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Maintenance .20,229
Reminder Light and
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Beeper .18,58
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System Components .18
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Use During Pregnancy .16
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder
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Belt .14,18
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Seats, Adjusting the .90
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Security System .169 ...............................
Serial Number .266
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Service Intervals .213
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Service Manual .283
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Service Station Procedures .175
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Setting the Clock .168
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Shif t Lever Position Indicators .192
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Shif t Lock Release .195
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Side Airbags .9,28
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Of f Indicator .30,59
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Side Curtain Airbags .29
Side Marker Lights, Bulb
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Replacement .225
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Signaling Turns .73
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Snow Tires .238
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Sound System .108
Spare Tire
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Inf lating .242
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Specif ications .269
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Specif ications Charts .268
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Speed Control .170
Speed-Sensitive Volume
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Compensation (SVC) .113,138
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Spotlights .100
Index
R
S
VI
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