2008 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID service interval

If you have the required service
done but do not reset the display, or
reset the display without doing the
service, the system will not show the
proper maintenance intervals. This
canleadtoseriousmechanical
problems because you will no longer
have an accurate record of when
maintenance is needed.
Your authorized Honda dealer
knows your vehicle best and can
provide competent, ef f icient service.
Press the SEL/RESET button f or
more than 5 seconds. The
maintenance item code(s) will
disappear, and the engine oil lif e
will reset to ‘‘100.’’ However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in ef f ect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
person who is skilled in this type of
automotive service. Make sure to
have the service facility or person
reset the display as previously
described. Keep all receipts as proof
of completion, and have the person
who does the work f ill out your
Honda Service History or Canadian
Maintenance Log. Check your
warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
We recommend using Honda parts
and fluids whenever you have
maintenance done. These are
manuf actured to the same high
quality standards as the original
components, so you can be conf ident
of their performance and durability.
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Maintenance Minder
Important Maintenance
Precautions
Maint enance
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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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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.
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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
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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
..............................
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
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