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Continued
Maintenance
Replacing Light BulbsHeadlight BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2.Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
3.Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
4.Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.High beam headlight:
60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight:
51 W (HB4 for halogen bulb type)
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight BulbsNOTICEHalogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overheat and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk, have the aiming readjusted
at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its base,
and protect the glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
The exterior lights’ inside lenses (headlights, brake
lights, etc.) may fog temporarily after a car wash or
while driving in the rain. This does not impact the
exterior light function.
However, if you see a large amount of water or ice
accumulated inside the lenses, have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Tab
Coupler Bulb

uuReplacing Light BulbsuDaytime Running Light Bulbs
272Maintenance
1.Remove the holding clip using a flat-tip
screwdriver, then remove the upper part of
the windshield washer reservoir.
2.Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3.Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4.Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
5.Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
Daytime Running Light BulbsDaytime running light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.■Low Beam Headlights
1Low Beam Headlights
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the
central pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the central pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Central pin
Push until the
pin is flat.
Clip
Passenger’s side
Coupler
Driver’s and passenger’s side

323
uuFusesuInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1.Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2.Remove the fuse box cover.
3.Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
uIf the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4.Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
uIf there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
1Inspecting and Changing FusesNOTICEReplacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 321 to 322.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
FuseBlown FuseFuse Puller

326Information
Specifications■Vehicle SpecificationsModel
Honda Civic Hybrid
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating
U.S.: 3,837 lbs (1,740 kg)
Canada: 1,740 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
U.S.: 2,007 lbs (910 kg)
Canada: 910 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
U.S.: 1,852 lbs (840 kg)
Canada: 840 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant Type SE-10Y
■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■12 Volt Battery
■Washer FluidDisplacement
91 cu-in (1,497 cm
3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILFR6J11
Fuel:
Type
Unleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
Capacity/Type
32AH(5)/40AH(20)
Tank Capacity
U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)
■Light BulbsHeadlights (Low Beam)
51W (HB4)
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side
Marker Lights
28/8W
Daytime Running Lights LED
Rear Side Marker Lights
LED
Brake/Taillights LED
Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door
Mirrors)
LED
Back-Up Lights 16W
Taillights
LED
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake Light
LED
License Plate Light 5W
Trunk Light
5W
Interior Lights
Spotlight 8W
Ceiling Light 8W

Index
337Index
Index
AAccessories and Modifications................ 250
Accessory Power Sockets......................... 137
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 266
Engine Oil ............................................... 263
Washer ................................................... 270
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 261
Adjusting
Front Seats.............................................. 129
Head Restraints ....................................... 131
Headlights .............................................. 271
Mirrors.................................................... 128
Steering Wheel ....................................... 127
Temperature ............................................. 87
Air Conditioning System (Climate
Control System)...................................... 140
Changing the Mode................................ 140
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 141
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 290
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 140
Sensor .................................................... 142
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 140
Air Pressure...................................... 279, 327
Airbags....................................................... 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ........................................ 43
Airbag Care .............................................. 51
Event Data Recorders ................................ 24
Front Airbags (SRS) ................................... 42Indicator .............................................. 49, 71
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors...................................................... 45
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 48
AM/FM Radio............................................ 150
Ambient Meter............................................. 8
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 242
Indicator .................................................... 71
Audio Antenna......................................... 145
Audio Remote Controls...................... 17, 148
Audio System............................................ 144
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 149
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 146
Error Messages ........................................ 168
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 163
Reactivating............................................. 146
Recommended CDs ................................. 172
Recommended Drives .............................. 174
Remote Controls ..................................... 148
Security Code .......................................... 146
Theft Protection....................................... 146
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 145
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 174
Authorized Manuals................................. 335
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 111
Customize ........................................... 91, 98
Auto Idle Stop........................................... 222
Auto Idle Stop Indicator............................. 73
Automatic Lighting.................................. 121Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 218
Creeping ................................................. 218
Fluid ........................................................ 268
Kickdown ................................................ 218
Operating the Shift Lever................... 18, 220
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 314
Shifting ................................................... 219
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 146
Average Fuel Economy.............................. 86
Average Speed........................................... 87
BBattery...................................................... 288
Charging System Indicator................. 69, 317
Jump Starting .......................................... 312
Maintenance (Checking the 12 Volt
Battery) ................................................. 288
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 289
Belts (Seat).................................................. 32
Beverage Holders..................................... 136
Bluetooth® Audio..................................... 166
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................... 175
Booster Seats (For Children)...................... 63

338Index
Brake System............................................. 240
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 242
Brake Assist System ................................. 243
Brake System Indicator....................... 68, 319
Fluid ........................................................ 269
Foot Brake ............................................... 241
Indicator ............................................ 68, 319
Parking Brake .......................................... 240
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 125
Bulb Replacement..................................... 271
Bulb Specifications ................................... 326
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker
Light ...................................................... 273
Headlights ............................................... 271
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 276
Rear License Plate Light............................ 276
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator....... 273CCarbon Monoxide Gas................................ 64
Carrying Cargo.................................. 209, 211
CD Player................................................... 155
Certification Label.................................... 328
Changing Bulbs......................................... 271
Charging System Indicator................. 69, 317
Child Safety................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 110
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 114
Child Seat.................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................. 63Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 59
Larger Children ......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks............................. 110
Cleaning the Exterior............................... 293
Cleaning the Interior................................ 291
Climate Control System............................ 140
Changing the Mode ................................ 140
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 141
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 290
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 140
Sensors ................................................... 142
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 140
Clock.......................................................... 104
Coat Hook................................................. 138
Compact Spare Tire.......................... 305, 327
Console Compartment............................. 135
Controls..................................................... 103
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 266
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 267
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 266
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 76
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 76
Overheating ............................................ 315
Creep Aid System..................................... 216Creeping................................................... 218
Cruise Control.......................................... 225
Indicator ................................................... 75
Cup Holders.............................................. 136
Customer Service Information................ 336
Customized Features................................. 91
DDaytime Running Lights.......................... 123
Dead Battery............................................ 312
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows................................................. 141
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 329
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 120
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 128
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................ 262
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 120
Display/Information Button...................... 83
Door Mirrors............................................. 128
Doors........................................................ 105
Auto Door Locking.................................. 111
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 111
Door Open Indicator ........................... 31, 72
Keys........................................................ 105
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .................................................... 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 107
Lockout prevention system ...................... 108

340Index
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 249
Gauge ....................................................... 82
Information ............................................. 246
Instant Fuel Economy ........................... 82, 87
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Refueling ................................................. 246
Gauges......................................................... 82
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 219
Glass (care)................................................ 293
Glove Box.................................................. 135HHalogen Bulbs........................................... 271
Handling the Unexpected........................ 295
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 175
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 191
Automatic Transferring ............................ 189
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 189
HFL Buttons ............................................. 175
HFL Menus .............................................. 177
HFL Status Display.................................... 176
Making a Call .......................................... 195
Options During a Call .............................. 200
Phone Setup ............................................ 182
Receiving a Call ....................................... 199
Speed Dial ............................................... 192Text Message .................................. 187, 201
To Clear the System ................................ 190
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 188
Hazard Warning Button.............................. 2
Head Restraints........................................ 131
Headlights................................................. 121
Aiming .................................................... 271
Automatic Operation............................... 121
Dimming ......................................... 120, 123
Operating........................................ 120, 123
Heaters (Seat)........................................... 139
HFL (HandsFreeLink®)............................... 175
High Temperature Indicator...................... 76
High-Beam Indicator.................................. 75
Hill Start Assist System............................. 216
Honda IMA System..................................... 10
IIdentification Numbers............................ 328
Engine and Transmission ......................... 328
Vehicle Identification ............................... 328
Ignition Switch......................................... 119
Illumination Control................................. 125
Knob ....................................................... 125
IMA System Indicator................................. 74
Immobilizer System.................................. 115
Indicator.................................................... 75
Indicators.................................................... 68
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................... 71
Auto Idle Stop ........................................... 73Brake System ............................................ 68
Charging System............................... 69, 317
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 75, 226
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 75, 225
Door Open................................................ 31
ECON Mode ..................................... 76, 221
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................ 73, 319
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) ............. 77
High Temperature ..................................... 76
High-Beam................................................ 75
IMA System .............................................. 74
Immobilizer System ................................... 75
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................ 78
Lights On .................................................. 75
Low Fuel ................................................... 70
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 72, 317
Low Temperature...................................... 76
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS .................... 73, 237
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 318
Parking Brake and Brake System ....... 68, 319
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 33, 70
Security System Alarm............................... 76
Shift Lever Position.................................... 69
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 49, 71
System Message ....................................... 74
Transmission ............................................. 70
Trunk Open .............................................. 72
Turn Signal ............................................... 74
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................ 71, 235