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uuCleaninguExterior Care
Continued
Maintenance
Exterior CareDust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
•If driving on roads with road salt.
•If driving in coastal areas.
•If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash:
•Remove the audio antenna.
•Fold in the door mirrors.
•Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
•Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior. Do not spray water into the engine compartment.■Washing the Vehicle■Using an Automated Car Wash■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents or engine
compartment. It can cause a malfunction.Air Intake
Vents

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

339Index
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 282
Driving...................................................... 207
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 218
Braking ................................................... 240
Cruise Control ........................................ 225
Shifting Gear .......................................... 219
Starting the Engine ................................. 214
Dust and Pollen Filter.............................. 290EEco Assist System.......................................... 8
Eco Drive Bar.......................................... 9, 89
Eco Guide............................................... 9, 88
Eco Score................................................ 9, 88
ECON Button............................................ 221
ECON Mode Indicator................................ 76
Elapsed Time.............................................. 86
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)
Indicator ........................................... 73, 319
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............ 235
Emergency................................................ 324
Emergency Trunk Opener....................... 114
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)...... 331
Engine....................................................... 328
Coolant .................................................. 266
Jump Starting ......................................... 312
Oil .......................................................... 261
Starting................................................... 214
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 119Engine Coolant......................................... 266
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 267
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 266
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 76
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 76
Overheating ............................................ 315
Engine Oil................................................. 261
Adding .................................................... 263
Checking ................................................. 262
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 255
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 72, 317
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 261
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System............................................... 73, 319
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide).. 64
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 293
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 128
FFeatures..................................................... 143
Filters......................................................... 290
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 290
Oil ........................................................... 264
Flat Tire..................................................... 305
Floor Mats................................................. 292
Fluids
Brake....................................................... 269
Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid ...................................................... 268
Engine Coolant........................................ 266Windshield Washer ................................. 270
Foot Brake................................................ 241
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)........... 228
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 42
Front Seats................................................ 129
Adjusting ................................................ 129
Fuel...................................................... 19, 246
Economy ................................................. 249
Gauge ....................................................... 82
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 87
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge ..................... 82
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Range ....................................................... 86
Recommendation .................................... 246
Refueling................................................. 246
Fuel Economy........................................... 249
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 19, 248
Message.................................................. 318
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 19, 247
Fuses.......................................................... 321
Inspecting and Changing......................... 323
Locations......................................... 321, 322

341Index
VSA® OFF.......................................... 72, 236
Information.............................................. 325
Instant Fuel Economy................................ 87
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge.................... 82
Instrument Panel........................................ 67
Brightness Control .................................. 125
Interior Lights........................................... 134
Interior Rearview Mirror......................... 128JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 308
Jump Starting........................................... 312KKey Number Tag...................................... 106
Keyless Lockout Prevention..................... 108
Keys........................................................... 105
Lockout Prevention ................................. 108
Master Keys ............................................ 105
Number Tag............................................ 106
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 110
Remote Transmitter ................................ 107
Types and Functions................................ 105
Valet Key ................................................ 106
Won’t Turn ............................................... 22
Kickdown.................................................. 218LLane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 232Language (HFL)......................................... 176
LATCH (Child Seats).................................... 57
Lights................................................. 120, 271
Automatic ............................................... 121
Bulb Replacement.................................... 271
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 123
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 75
Interior .................................................... 134
Light Switches ......................................... 120
Lights On Indicator .................................... 75
Turn Signals............................................. 120
Load Limits................................................ 211
Locking and Unlocking............................ 105
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 111
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 110
From Inside.............................................. 109
From Outside........................................... 107
Keys ........................................................ 105
Using a Key ............................................. 108
Lockout Prevention System...................... 108
Low Battery Charge (12 volt)................... 317
Low Fuel Indicator...................................... 70
Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. 72, 317
Low Temperature Indicator....................... 76
Lower Anchor............................................. 57
Lubricant Specifications Chart................. 326
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)............. 211
MMaintenance............................................. 251
Battery .................................................... 288
Brake Fluid .............................................. 269
Cleaning ................................................. 291
Climate Control....................................... 290
Coolant ................................................... 266
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 255
Oil ........................................................... 261
Precautions ............................................. 252
Radiator .................................................. 267
Remote Transmitter ................................. 289
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 271
Safety...................................................... 253
Service Items ........................................... 257
Tires ........................................................ 279
Transmission Fluid ................................... 268
Under the Hood ...................................... 259
Maintenance MinderTM............................ 255
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............. 69, 318
Map Lights................................................ 134
Maximum Load Limit............................... 211
MENU Button............................................. 91
Meters, Gauges........................................... 82
Mirrors...................................................... 128
Adjusting ................................................ 128
Door ....................................................... 128
Exterior ................................................... 128
Interior Rearview ..................................... 128
Modifications and Accessories................. 250
MP3................................................... 155, 163

342Index
Multi-Information Display.......................... 83NNumbers (Identification).......................... 328OOdometer.................................................... 86
Oil (Engine)............................................... 261
Adding .................................................... 263
Checking ................................................. 262
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 255
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 72, 317
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 261
Viscosity .................................................. 261
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 260
Power Windows ...................................... 117
Trunk....................................................... 112
Outside Temperature Display.................... 87
Overheating.............................................. 315PPandora®................................................... 161
Panic Mode............................................... 116
Parking...................................................... 244
Parking Brake............................................ 240
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator............................................ 68, 319
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 50Passing Indicators..................................... 120
Playing Bluetooth® Audio........................ 166
Power Flow Monitor.................................. 90
Power Windows....................................... 117
Precautions While Driving....................... 217
Rain ........................................................ 217
Pregnant Women....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire).......................................... 305
RRadiator.................................................... 267
Radio (AM/FM)......................................... 150
Radio Data System (RDS)......................... 152
Range.......................................................... 86
RDS (Radio Data System)......................... 152
Readiness Code (Emissions Testing)........ 331
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button..................................................... 126
Rearview Mirror....................................... 128
Refueling.................................................. 246
Fuel Gauge................................................ 82
Gasoline .......................................... 246, 326
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Regulations............................... 238, 281, 329
Remote Transmitter................................. 107
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 288
Bulbs ....................................................... 271
Fuses ............................................... 321, 322
Tires ........................................................ 285Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 277
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 330
Resetting a Trip Meter............................... 86
SSafe Driving................................................ 27
Safety Check............................................... 31
Safety Labels.............................................. 65
Safety Message.......................................... 25
Seat........................................................... 129
Adjusting ................................................ 129
Front Seat ............................................... 129
Seat Belts.................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 59
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 33
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 70
Seat Heaters............................................. 139
Security System
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 75
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 76
SEL/RESET Knob.......................................... 84
Select Lever........................................ 18, 219
Operation ......................................... 18, 220
Releasing ................................................ 314

344Index
Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside......................................................... 15
USB Adapter Cable................................... 145
USB Flash Drives........................................ 174VValet Key................................................... 106
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number................. 328
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®).................. 235
Off Button ............................................... 236
Off Indicator .............................................. 72
System Indicator ........................................ 71
Viscosity (Oil)..................................... 261, 327
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist).................. 235WWallpaper.................................................... 99
Warning and Information Messages......... 79
Warning Indicator On/Blinking................ 317
Warning Labels........................................... 65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately)............................................... 333
Watts......................................................... 326
Wear Indicators (Tire)............................... 284
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)............ 308
Window Washers...................................... 124
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 270
Switch ..................................................... 124Windows (Opening and Closing)............ 117
Windshield................................................ 124
Cleaning ................................................. 294
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 141
Washer Fluid ........................................... 270
Wiper Blades ........................................... 277
Wipers and Washers................................ 124
Winter Tires.............................................. 287
Snow Tires .............................................. 287
Tire Chains .............................................. 287
Wipers and Washers................................. 124
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades ................................................... 277
WMA......................................................... 163
XXM® Radio................................................ 153