2014 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN open hood

Contents
Child Safety P. 52Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 64Safety Labels P. 65
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 121 Security System P. 125 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 128
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 131 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 144
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 154 Heating and Cooling
* P. 161
Audio Error Messages P. 224General Information on the Audio System P. 230
When Driving P. 313 Braking P. 337Parking Your Vehicle P. 341
Accessories and Modifications P. 347
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 361 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 376
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 391 Battery P. 400 Remote Transmitter Care* P. 401
Cleaning P. 404
Engine Does Not Start P. 426 Jump Starting P. 429 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 432
Fuses P. 439 Emergency Towing P. 442
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 449 Reporting Safety Defects P. 450
Authorized Manuals P. 455 Customer Service Information P. 456
Quick Reference GuideP. 2
Safe DrivingP. 27
Instrument PanelP. 67
ControlsP. 103
FeaturesP. 169
DrivingP. 303
MaintenanceP. 349
Handling the UnexpectedP. 409
InformationP. 443
IndexP. 457
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P 361)
❙Windshield Wipers (P 140, 389)
❙Tires (P 391, 411)
❙Fog Lights* (P 139, 380)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 109)
❙Power Door Mirrors (P 144)
❙Headlights (P 136, 376)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights (P 136, 383)
❙How to Refuel (P 344)
❙High-Mount Brake Light* (P 388)
❙Emergency Trunk Release Lever
(P 124)
❙Opening/Closing the Trunk (P 121)
❙Rearview Camera* (P 342)
❙Back-Up Lights (P 386)
❙Taillights (P 386)
❙Brake/Taillights (P 385)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 385)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P 385)
❙Trunk Release Button* (P 122)
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 409)
Flat Tire (P 411, 418)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
* in
the trunk, or repair the flat tire using the
tire repair kit
*.
Indicators Come On
(P 435)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won't Start
(P 426)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 439)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 433)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 442)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when insert ing the key into the ignition switch or
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong ra dio waves near the ignition switch or the
ENGINE START/STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.
Security System Alarm*
The security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the trunk or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry system.
However, the alarm goes off when a door is opened with the key, then the shift
lever is moved out of
(P (automatic transmission/CVT models) or the hood is
opened before the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w*1.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all the exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using remote transmitte r, or smart entry system. The system,
along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental move ment of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1 Security System Alarm*
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
* Not available on all models
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm*
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Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0*1, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• All doors are locked with the key, the re mote transmitter, or smart entry system.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system indicator in the in strument panel blinks. When the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canceled when th e vehicle is unlocked using the remote
transmitter, smart entry system, or the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w*1. The
security system indicator goes off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Security System Alarm*
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:
•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the trunk with the trunk release or the
emergency trunk opener.
•Opening the hood with the hood release.
•Moving the shift lever out of ( P.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter th is system or add another
device to it.
Automatic transmission/CVT models
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressure, check for damage and excessive wear.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 391
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you've parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal.
Also check under the hood fo r leftover flammable
materials after you or so meone else has performed
maintenance on your vehicle.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 350
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 351Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 352
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 353
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 361Opening the Hood ........................... 363
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 364
Oil Check ......................................... 365
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 367
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 368
Engine Coolant ................................ 371
Transmission Fluid ............................ 373
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 374
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 375
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 376
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 389
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 391
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 392Tire Labeling .................................... 392DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 394Wear Indicators................................ 396 Tire Service Life ................................ 396
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 397
Tire Rotation .................................... 398
Winter Tires ..................................... 399
Battery ............................................... 400
Remote Transmitter Care
*
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 401
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 403
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 404
Exterior Care.................................... 406
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center
of the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod Grip
Clamp
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