2009 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 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
aremoreefficientwhenwarmed
up)
Driving with a heavy load or the
air conditioner running
Improperly inf lated tires
An underinf 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.
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 multi-
inf ormation display (see
on page ).
For example: Idling
results in 0 miles per gallon. If your vehicle has a
manual transmission, you can
boost your f uel economy by up
shif ting as early as possible. 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.
Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering,
and hard braking increase fuel
consumption.
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Fuel Economy Factors
Use the recommended viscosity
motor oil, displaying the A PI
Certif ication Seal (see page ).
Maintain proper tire inf lation
A void carrying excess weight in
your vehicle
K eep your vehicle clean
Improving Fuel Economy
Owner’s
Maintenance Checks Avoid excessive idling Always drive in the highest gear
possible Observe the speed limit
Drive moderately 297
Drive Ef f icient ly
Vehicle Maint enance
Fuel Economy
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The oil viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 0W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Honda Motor Oil is the pref erred
0W-20 lubricant f or your vehicle. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle f or optimum engine protection. Make
sure the API Certif ication Seal says
‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’.
A very low-viscosity, f uel-ef f icient
0W-20 oil is the pref erred engine
lubricant f or your Civic Hybrid. This
special oil is f ormulated to help your
engine use less fuel. It is available at
your dealer. A 5W-20 oil may be used
if 0W-20 is not available.
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on the valve cover. Pour the
oil slowly and caref ully so you do not
spill any. Clean up any spills
immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap, and
tighten it securely. Wait a f ew
minutes, and recheck the oil level on
the engine oil dipstick. Do not f ill
above the upper mark; you could
damage the engine. Recommended Engine Oil
A dding Engine Oil
Maint enance
297
API CERTIFICATION SEAL
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
Ambient Temperature
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CONT INUED
Lights....................
Bulb Replacement .305
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Indicator .60
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Parking .74
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Turn Signal .74
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Load Limits .265
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .80
Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column .80
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Fuel Fill Door .256
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Power Door .81
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Trunk .88
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Low Coolant Level .258
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Low Fuel Indicator .61
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Lower Anchors .43
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .62,335
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart .350
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Maintenance .287
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Minder .289
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Minder Indicator .61
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .294
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Saf ety .288 .
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .62,337
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Meters, Gauges .57,65
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Methanol in Gasoline .255
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Mirrors, Adjusting .98
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MP3/WMA .122,161
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Neutral Gear Position .274
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New Vehicle Break-in .254
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication .348
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline .254
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Odometer .69
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Odometer,Trip .67
Oil ........................
Change, How to .298
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Change, When to .289
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Checking Engine .256
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Pressure Indicator .62,335
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Selecting Proper Viscosity .297
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ON (Ignition Key Position) .80 Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery .357
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Outside Mirrors .98
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Outside Temperature Indicator .67
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Overheating, Engine .333
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks .294
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Oxygenated Fuels .255
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Panel Brightness Control .75
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Park Gear Position .274
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Parking .278
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Parking Brake .99
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator .58,338
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Parking Lights .74
..
Parking Over Things that Burn .278
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PGM-FI System .358
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Playing the Radio .113,148
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Playing a Disc .122,160
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Playing a PC Card .170
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .16
Index
M N
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P
INDEX
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TransmissionChecking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic .303
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Fluid Selection .303,304
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Identif ication Number .388
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Shif ting the Automatic .273
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Treadwear .352
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Trip Meter .67
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Trunk .88
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Opening .88
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Open Monitor Light .60
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Turn Signals .74
Unexpected, Taking Care ..........................................
of the .323
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading .362
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Unleaded Gasoline .254
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USB Adapter Cable .185
.
USB Flash Memory Device .142,196
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of .299
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Vanity Mirror .100.................
Vehicle Capacity Load .265
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Vehicle Dimensions .350
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Vehicle Identif ication Number .349
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
)
....................................
System .285
...
VSA Activation Indicator .64,285
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VSA Of f Switch .286
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VSA System Indicator .64,285
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Vehicle Storage .322
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Ventilation .106
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VIN .348
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Viscosity, Oil .297
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WARNING, Explanation of .iii
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Warning Labels, Location of .53
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Warranty Coverages .365
Washer, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level .302
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Indicator .61
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Operation .73
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering .77
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Alignment and Balance .318
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Cleaning .320..........................
Compact Spare .324
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Nut Wrench .325
Windows ..................
Operating the Power .97
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Rear, Def ogger .76
Windshield .......................................
Cleaning .73
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Def roster .108
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Washers .73
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .312
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Operation .73
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Worn Tires .317
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing .345
Index
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VIII
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