2014 HONDA CIVIC oil pressure

9Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
(P 67)
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA ®) System
Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
*
Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System
Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam IndicatorFog Light Indicator
*
Immobilizer System
Indicator Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
*
System Message
Indicator
*
Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Door Open Indicator
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
*
Tachometer Instant Fuel
Economy Gauge
*
Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator
*
Shift Lever Position Indicator
*
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges
(P 82)
/Information Display
* (P 84)
/
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID)
* (P 86)
/System Indicators
(P 68)
Trunk Open Indicator
ECON Mode Indicator
*
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
High Temperature
Indicator
Low Temperature
Indicator
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
*
Daytime Running
Lights Indicator
*
Washer Level
Indicator
*
i-VTEC
Indicator
Rev
Indicator
2.4 ℓ engine models
Ambient Meter
*
Smart Entry
System Indicator
*
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
System Indicators
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
* Not available on all models

19Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
(P 349)
Under the Hood
(P 361)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid and clutch* fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
a
Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b
Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c
When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights
(P 376)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P 389)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P 391)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicators u
Continued
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
*
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, and
goes off when the engine starts.
●Comes on when the engine oil
pressure is low.
●Comes on while driving - Immediately
stop in a safe place.
2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Comes On P. 435
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
●Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, and
goes off when the engine starts, or
after several seconds if the engine
did not start. If “readiness codes”
have not been set, it blinks five
times before it goes off.
●Comes on if there is a problem
with the emissions control system.●Blinks when a misfire in the
engine's cylinders is detected.
●Readiness codes are part of the on board
diagnostics for the emissions control
systems.
2 Testing of Readiness Codes P. 451
●Comes on while driving - Have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.●Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe
place where there are no flammable
objects. Stop the engine for 10 minutes
or more, and wait for it to cool down.
Then, take the vehicle to a dealer.
2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks P. 436
Charging System
Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, and
goes off when the engine starts.
●Comes on when the battery is not
charging.
●Comes on while driving - Turn off the
heating and cooling system
*/climate
control system
* and rear defogger in
order to reduce electricity consumption.
2 If the Charging System Indicator
Comes On P. 435
* Not available on all models

346Driving
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
information display
*/i-MID
*.
• 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 driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 Liters of
fuel Kilometers
driven L per 100 km
* Not available on all models

350Maintenance
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and MaintenanceFor your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your \
warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.■Periodic inspections
• Check the continuously variable transmission fluid level monthly.2 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid P. 373
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch Fluid P. 374
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 391
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 376
•Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 389
■
Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services should
be performed in accordance with the intervals
indicated by the information display
*/i-MID
*.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 355, 359
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require mor e skills and tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 455
If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
* Not available on all models

uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
370Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil gasket.
8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)9.Pour the recommended engine oil into the engine.uEngine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
4.4 US qt (4.2 L)
10. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
12. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter
1.8 ℓ engine models2.4 ℓ engine models
Oil Filter
1.8 ℓ engine models2.4 ℓ engine models1.8 ℓ engine models2.4 ℓ engine models

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 410
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 411
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire....... 418
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 426If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 427Emergency Engine Stop ................... 428
Jump Starting .................................... 429
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 432Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 433
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 435If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 435
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 436If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................................... 437
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ............................. 437If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 438
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 439
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 441
Emergency Towing ........................... 442

435Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about one minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
3. Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the heating and cooling system
*/climate control system
*, rear
defogger, and other electrical systems, and immediately contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes OnNOTICERunning the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engine may rapidly discharge
the battery.
* Not available on all models