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uuIndicatorsu
Continued
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
Turn Signal  
Indicators
●
The turn signal indicators blink when  
you operate the turn signal lever.
● If you press the hazard warning 
button, both indicators and all turn 
signals blink at the same time.● Does not blink or blinks rapidly  - A 
turn signal light bulb has blown.  
Change the bulb immediately. 2Replacing Light Bulbs 
 P. 273, 275 
—
High-Beam  
Indicator●
Comes on when the high beam  
headlights are on.
——
Lights On  
Indicator
●Comes on whenever the light switch  
is on, or in AUTO *
 when the exterior 
lights are on.● If you remove the key from the ignition  
switch while the exterior lights are on, a  
chime sounds when the driver's door is 
opened.
—
Fog Light  
Indicator *●
Comes on when the fog lights are  
on.
——
Side Airbag Off  
Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when  
you turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w , then goes off.
● Comes on when the passenger side  
airbag system is automatically shut 
off.
● It does not mean there is a problem  
with your side airbags.
● Comes on when nobody is sitting in  
the passenger seat  - Have the vehicle 
checked by a dealer.
● Comes on when  someone is sitting 
in the seat  - Have the passenger sit 
properly.U.S.
Canada
* Not available on all models  

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uuReplacing Light BulbsuFront Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
Continued
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs 
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the  
opposite side from the light being replaced. 
Passenger side:  Turn the steering wheel to 
the left. 
Driver side:  Turn the steering wheel to the 
right.
2. Remove the holding clips, and pull the inner 
fender back.
2 Low Beam Headlights  P. 271
3. Detach the air intake duct tube and swing it  out of the inner fender.
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light: 28/8 W 
Clip
Inner  
Fender
Air  
Intake 
Duct Tube
2.4  engine models 

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Maintenance
4.Turn the socket to the left and remove it,  
then remove the old bulb.
5. Insert a new bulb.
Bulb Socket
All models 

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uuReplacing Light BulbsuBrake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn 
Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs 
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Remove the holding clips using a flat-tip  
screwdriver, then pull the lining back.
2 Low Beam Headlights  P. 271
2. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.  
Remove the old bulb.
3. Insert a new bulb.
Brake/Taillight: 21/5 W 
Back-Up Light: 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber) 
Rear Side Marker Light: 3 CP
Lining
Clip
Bulb Socket 

324
Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: DX, LX and HF models 
*2: EX and EX-L models
ModelHonda Civic 4-Door
No. of Passengers: 
Front 2
Rear 3 
Total 5
Weights:
Gross Vehicle  
Weight Rating U.S.: 3,660 lbs (1,660 kg) *1
Canada: 1,660 kg *1
U.S.: 3,792 lbs (1,720 kg) *2
Canada: 1,720 kg *2
Gross Axle Weight  
Rating (Front)
U.S.: 1,985 lbs (900 kg)
*1
Canada: 900 kg *1
U.S.: 2,029 lbs (920 kg) *2
Canada: 920 kg *2
Gross Axle Weight  
Rating (Rear)
U.S.: 1,742 lbs (790 kg) *1
Canada: 790 kg *1
U.S.: 1,786 lbs (810 kg) *2
Canada: 810 kg *2
Air Conditioning: 
Refrigerant Type  HFC-134a (R-134a) 
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g) 
Lubricant Type SP-10
1.8  engine models■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■Battery
■Washer Fluid
Displacement110 cu-in (1,798 cm 3
)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11GS 
DENSO DXU22HCR-D11S
Fuel: TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number  
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
Capacity/Type36AH(5)/45AH(20) 
36AH(5)/47AH(20) 
38AH(5)/47AH(20)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ) 
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)
■Light Bulbs
*3: Not available on all models
Headlights (Low Beam)51W (HB4)
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side  
Marker Lights28/8W
Brake/Taillights 21/5W
Back-Up Lights21W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
Rear Side Marker Lights3CP
High-Mount Brake Light 21W
Rear License Plate Light5W
Trunk Light 5W
Interior Lights
Map Lights *38W
Ceiling Light8W 

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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Vehicle Specifications
ModelHonda Civic 4-Door
No. of Passengers: 
Front 2
Rear 3 
Total 5
Weights:
Gross Vehicle  
Weight Rating U.S.: 3,924 lbs (1,780 kg) 
Canada: 1,780 kg
Gross Axle Weight  
Rating (Front)
U.S.: 2,116 lbs (960 kg) 
Canada: 960 kg
Gross Axle Weight  
Rating (Rear)
U.S.: 1,830 lbs (830 kg) 
Canada: 830 kg
Air Conditioning: 
Refrigerant Type  HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g) 
Lubricant Type SP-10
2.4  engine models■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■Battery
■Washer Fluid
Displacement144 cu-in (2,354 cm 3
)
Spark Plugs NGK ILZKR7B-11S 
DENSO SXU22HCR11S
Fuel: TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number  
of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
Capacity/Type38AH(5)/47AH(20)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ) 
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)
■Light Bulbs
Headlights (Low Beam)51W (HB4)
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Fog Lights55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side  
Marker Lights 28/8W
Brake/Taillights21/5W
Back-Up Lights 21W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21W (Amber)
Rear Side Marker Lights 3CP
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light 5W
Trunk Light5W
Interior Lights Map Lights 8W 
Ceiling Light 8W 

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INDEX
Bulb Replacement..................................... 268
Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light,  Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker  
Lights..................................................... 275
Fog Lights ................................................ 272
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker  Lights..................................................... 273
Headlights ............................................... 268
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 277
Rear License Plate Light............................ 276
Bulb Specifications ............................  324, 326
C 
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 62
Carrying Cargo ..................................  203, 205
CD Player ...........................................  151, 161
Certification Label .................................... 328
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 268
Charging System Indicator .................  67, 313
Child Safety .................................................  50
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 104 
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 111
Child Seat ....................................................  50
Booster Seats ............................................. 61
Child Seat for Infants .................................  52 
Child Seat for Small Children .....................  53 
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt....................................  57
Larger Children .......................................... 60
Rear-facing Child Seat ...............................  52 Selecting a Child Seat ................................  54
Using a Tether ...........................................  59
Childproof Door Locks .............................  104
Cleaning the Exterior ...............................  294
Cleaning the Interior ................................  292
Clock ............................................................  98
Clutch Fluid ...............................................  266
Coat Hook .................................................  138
Compact Spare Tire ..................  299, 325, 327
Console Compartment .............................  135
Controls .......................................................  97
Coolant (Engine) ......................................  261
Adding to the Radiator ......... ............... ....  262
Adding to the Reserve Tank.....................  261 
High Temperature Indicator .......................  69
Low Temperature Indicator........................  74 
Overheating ............................................  311
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........  214
Cruise Control ...........................................  220
Indicator....................................................  75
Cup Holders ..............................................  136
Customer Service Information .................  336
Customized Features ..................................  86
D 
Daytime Running Lights ..........................  120
Dead Battery .............................................  307
Defrosting the Windshield and 
Windows .................................................  142
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ...............  329Dimming
Headlights ..............................................  118 
Rearview Mirror ......................................  125
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................  255
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............  118
Display/Information Button ......................  82
Door Mirrors .............................................  125
Doors ..........................................................  99
Auto Door Locking..................................  105
Auto Door Unlocking ..............................  105 
Door Open Indicator ...........................  27, 70 
Keys..........................................................  99 
Locking/Unlocking the Doors 
from the Inside......................................  103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors  from the Outside...................................  101
Lockout Prevention System .....................  102
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................  283
Driving ......................................................  201
Automatic Transmission ..........................  214 
Braking ...................................................  229
Cruise Control ........................................  220 
Shifting Gear ...... ............................  215, 217
Starting the Engine .................................  211
Dust and Pollen Filter ..............................  291
E 
Eco Assist System ..........................................  7
ECON Button ............................................  123
Elapsed Time ..............................................  84 

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INDEX
Keys.............................................................  99
Lockout Prevention .................................  102 
Master Keys ..............................................  99
Number Tag............................................  100 
Rear Door Won’t Open ...........................  104 
Remote Transmitter ................................  101
Types and Functions..................................  99 
Valet Key ................................................  100 
Won’t Turn ...............................................  19
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ......  214
L 
Language (HFL) ........................................  178
LATCH (Child Seats) ...................................  55
Lights ................................................  118, 268
Automatic...............................................  119 
Bulb Replacement ...................................  268 
Daytime Running Lights ..........................  120 
Fog Lights ...............................................  120
High-Beam Indicator .................................  73 
Interior....................................................  134 
Light Switches.........................................  118
Lights On Indicator....................................  73 
Turn Signals ............................................  118
Load Limits ...............................................  205
Locking/Unlocking .....................................  99
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .... .............  105
Childproof Door Locks ............................  104 
From Inside .............................................  103 
From Outside ..........................................  101 Keys ..........................................................  99
Using a Key .............................................  102
Lockout Prevention System ......................  102
Low Battery Charge ..................................  313
Low Fuel Indicator ......................................  68
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................  66, 313
Lower Anchors ............................................  55
Lubricant Specifications Chart .........  324, 326
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............  205
M 
Maintenance .............................................  239
Battery ....................................................  289 
Brake/Clutch Fluid ...................................  266 
Cleaning..................................................  292 
Coolant ...................................................  261
Heating and Cooling System....................  291 
Maintenance Minder™............................  243 
Oil ...........................................................  255
Precautions..............................................  240 
Radiator ..................................................  262 
Remote Transmitter .................................  290 
Replacing Light Bulbs...............................  268 
Safety ......................................................  241 
Service Items ...................................  245, 249
Tires ........................................................  280 
Transmission Fluid ...................................  263 
Under the Hood ......................................  251
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ..............  67, 314
Manual Transmission ................................  217 Map Lights
................................................  134
Maximum Load Limit ...............................  205
Meters, Gauges ...........................................  78
Mirrors ......................................................  125
Adjusting ................................................  125 
Door .......................................................  125
Exterior ...................................................  125 
Interior Rearview .....................................  125
Modifications (and Accessories) ..............  238
Moonroof .................................................  116
MP3 ...........................................  151, 161, 167
Multi-Information Display .........................  82
N 
Numbers (Identification) ..........................  328
O
Odometer .............................................  80, 83
Oil (Engine) ...............................................  254
Adding ....................................................  257 
Checking.................................................  255 
Displaying Oil Life ............................  243, 247 
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................  66, 313
Recommended Engine Oil .......................  254 
Viscosity ..................................................  254
Opening/Closing Hood.......................................................  253
Moonroof ...............................................  116 
Power Windows ......................................  114