2008 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN warning light

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If equipped
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
(P.71)
(P.72)
Vehicle with navigation system is shown. (P.75)HORN
CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONSPASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
(P.30)
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
(P.74)
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
(P.74)
HEATED MIRRORS
INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS BUTTONS
(P.73)
DISPLAY CHANGE
BUTTON
(P.66)
SEL/RESET
BUTTON
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
OFF SWITCH
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
VOICE CONTROL
SWITCHES
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
(P.182) (P.66)
(P.211)
(P.171)
(P.176)(P.103)
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This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .56
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Instrument Panel .57
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Instrument Panel Indicators .59
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Gauges .66
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Odometer .66
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Display Change Button .66
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Trip Meter .67
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Fuel Gauge .67
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Temperature Gauge .67
Outside Temperature
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Indicator .68
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Check Fuel Cap Message .68
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Maintenance Minder .69
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel .70
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Windshield Wipers and Washers .71
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Turn Signals and Headlights .72
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Daytime Running Lights .73
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Instrument Panel Brightness .73
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Hazard Warning Button .74
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Rear Window Def ogger .74
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Steering Wheel Adjustment .75
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Keys and Locks .76
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Immobilizer System .77
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Ignition Switch .78 ......................................
Door Locks .79
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Power Door Locks .80
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Childproof Door Locks .80
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .81
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Auto Door Locking .81
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Auto Door Unlocking .83
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Trunk .86
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Emergency Trunk Opener .87
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Remote Transmitter .88
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Seats .91
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Seat Heaters .98
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Power Windows .99
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Moonroof .100
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Mirrors .102
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Parking Brake .103
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Interior Lights .104
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Interior Convenience Items .105
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Beverage Holders .106
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Accessory Power Socket .106
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Glove Box .106
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Console Compartment .106
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
and all turn signals on the outside of
the vehicle f lash.If this indicator comes on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position and the parking brake is
released, it means there is a problem
in the circuit. Have your vehicle
checked by your dealer.
This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator also comes on with
reduced brightness when the
daytime running lights (DRL) are on
(see page ).This indicator reminds you that the
exterior lights are on. It comes on
when the light switch is in either the
or position. If you turn the
ignition switch to the ACCESSORY
(I) or the LOCK (0) position without
turning of f the light switch, this
indicator will remain on. A reminder
chime will also sound when you open
the driver’s door and remove the key
from the ignition switch.
The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If an indicator does not blink
or blinks rapidly, it usually means
one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see pages and ).
Replace the bulb as soon as possible,
since other drivers cannot see that
you are signaling.
This indicator comes on if the trunk
lid is not closed tightly.
This indicator comes on if any door
is not closed tightly.
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Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Lights On Indicator
‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Trunk-open Indicator
Door-open Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
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HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
SEL/RESET BUTTON WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
(P.73)
(P.66)
(P.66)
(P.74) (P.74) (P.30)
(P.72)
(P.71)
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT HORN
(P.75)
Vehicle with navigation system is shown. HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
(P.182)VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
(VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS
VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES HEATED MIRRORS
(P.211)
(P.171)
(P.103)CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
(P.176)
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Make sure the rear window is clear
and you have good visibility bef ore
starting to drive.
The def ogger and antenna wires on
the inside of the rear window can be
accidentally damaged. When
cleaning the glass, always wipe side-
to-side.
The rear window def ogger will clear
fog, frost, and thin ice from the
window. Push the def ogger button to
turn it on and off. The indicator in
the button comes on to show the
def ogger is on. If you do not turn it
of f , the def ogger will shut itself of f
af ter about 15 minutes. It also shuts
of f when you turn of f the ignition
switch. You have to turn the
def ogger on again when you restart
the vehicle.
Pushthebuttontoturnonthe
hazard warning lights (f our-way
flashers). This causes all four
outside turn signals and both turn
indicators in the instrument panel to
f lash. Use the hazard warning lights
if you need to park in a dangerous
area near heavy traffic, or if your
vehicle is disabled.
Pushing this button also turns the
mirror heaters on or of f . For more
inf ormation, see page .
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On All EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si
models
Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Def ogger
Rear Window Def ogger
Hazard Warning Button
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EX-L,
Canadian
LX, EX,
and Si
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Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
Park the vehicle on f irm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park (automatic)
or reverse (manual). Apply the
parking brake.
Open the trunk. Raise the trunk
f loor by lif ting up on the back edge.
Take the tool case out of the spare
tire.
Unscrew the wing bolt, and take
the spare tire out of its well.
If you have a f lat tire while driving,
stop in a saf e place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area to stop
that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Thecompactsparetireissmaller
than a standard tire, and it will affect
the vehicle’s handling. Drive
cautiously when the spare is
mounted on your vehicle.
Thesizedifferencemayalsocause
damage to the dif f erential, so do not
mount the compact spare on the
f ront. If either f ront tire goes f lat,
removethereartireonthatsame
side, mount the compact spare tire
on the rear, then mount the rear tire
on the f ront.
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On Si model only
Changing a Flat Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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SPARE TIRETRUNK FLOOR
JACK TOOL CASE
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.
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Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see on page).
Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
This indicator should never come on
when the engine is running. If it
starts flashing or stays on, the oil
pressure has dropped very low or
lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action. If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, the battery is not being
charged.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
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286 Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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Fuel .180
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Fill Door and Cap .181
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Gauge .67
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Octane Requirement .180
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Oxygenated .181
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Reserve Indicator .64
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Tank, Filling the .181
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Fuses, Checking the .280
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Jacking up the Vehicle .268
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Jack, Tire .267
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Jump Starting .273
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Gas Mileage, Improving .186
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Gasoline .180
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Fuel Reserve Indicator .64
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Gauge .67
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Octane Requirement .180
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Tank, Filling the .181
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Gas Station Procedures .181
Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature .67
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Fuel .67
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission .202
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Manual Transmission .199
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Glove Box .106 .............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs .244
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Hazard Warning Flashers .74
Headlights
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Aiming .244
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Daytime Running Lights .73
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High Beam Indicator .61
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Reminder Beeper .72
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs .244
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Turning on .72
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Head Restraints .92
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Heated Mirrors .103
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Heating and Cooling .108
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High Altitude, Starting at .198
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High-Low Beam Switch .72
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High-mount Brake Light .249
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Hood, Opening the .182
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Horn .4,70
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle .290
Ignition
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Keys .76
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Switch .78 ............
Timing Control System .301
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Important Safety Precautions .6
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Indicators, Instrument Panel .59
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Inf ant Restraint .38
Inf ant Seats
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LATCH Anchor System .42
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Lower Anchors .42
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Tether Anchor Points .45
Inf lation, Recommended Tire ...................................
Pressures .255
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Inf ormation Display .66
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Inside Mirror .102
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Inspection, Tire .256
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Instrument Panel .57
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Instrument Panel Lights .59
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Instrument Panel Brightness .73
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Instruments and Controls .55
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Interior Lights .104
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Introduction .i
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