2013 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID oil viscosity

249Driving
Fuel EconomyImproving Fuel EconomyFuel economy depends on several conditions, including driving conditions, your
driving habits, the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and
other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the
intelligent multi-information display.
•Use the recommended viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
•Maintain the specified tire pressure.
•Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.
•Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.■Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles drivenGallons of
fuelMiles per
Gallon
100 LitersKilometers L per 100 km

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduRecommended Engine Oil
Maintenance
Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s
performance and longevity. If you drive the
vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil,
the engine may fail or be damaged.
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving
and that it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Use a Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for
the ambient temperature as shown.
■Synthetic oil
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal
and is the specified viscosity grade.•Genuine Honda Motor Oil
•Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal on the
container.
1Recommended Engine Oil
Engine Oil Additives
Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact,
they may adversely affect the engine performance
and durability.
Ambient Temperature

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