2015 HONDA CIVIC COUPE oil viscosity

335Driving
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 acco rdance with the messages displayed on the 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 L per 100 km
Liters of
fuel Kilometers
driven

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRecommended 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 Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for
the ambient temperature as shown here.
■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

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission FluidHave a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.■
Continuously Variable Transmission FluidSpecified fluid: HCF-2■
Manual Transmission FluidSpecified fluid: Honda Manual T ransmission Fluid (MTF)Models with continuously variable transmission
1Continuously Variable Transmission FluidNOTICEDo not mix HCF-2 with other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than HCF-2 may
adversely affect the operation and durability of your
vehicle's transmission, and damage the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to HCF-2 is not covered by Honda's
new vehicle warranty.
Models with manual transmission
1 Manual Transmission Fluid
If Honda MTF is not available, you may use the API
certificated SAE 0 W-20 or 5 W-20 viscosity motor oil
as a temporary measure.
Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does
not contain the proper additives for the transmission
and continued use can cause decreased shifting
performance and lead to transmission damage.

438Index
Remote Transmitter ................................. 382
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 360
Safety ...................................................... 339
Service Items............................................ 343
Tires ........................................................ 372
Transmission Fluid.................................... 357
Under the Hood....................................... 345
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 410
Manual Transmission ................................ 311
Map Lights ................................................ 146
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 295
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 81
Mirrors ....................................................... 135
Adjusting ................................................. 135
Door ........................................................ 135
Exterior .................................................... 135
Interior Rearview...................................... 135
Modifications (and Accessories) ............... 336
Moonroof .................................................. 121
MP3 ............................ 171, 179, 194, 202, 207
Multi-Information Display .......................... 83NNumbers (Identification).......................... 424OOdometer.................................................... 84
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 348
Adding .................................................... 351 Checking................................................. 349
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 341
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 67, 409
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 348
Viscosity .................................................. 348
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 347
Moonroof ............................................... 121
Power Windows ...................................... 119
Trunk ...................................................... 113
Outside Temperature Display .................... 86
Overheating .............................................. 407
PPaddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift
Mode) ...................................................... 309
Pandora® ........................................... 178, 201
Panic Mode ............................................... 118
Parking ...................................................... 330
Parking Brake ........................................... 326
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................................. 66, 411
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 48
Passing Indicators ..................................... 127
Power Windows ....................................... 119
Precautions While Driving ....................... 303
Rain ........................................................ 303
Pregnant Women ....................................... 35
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 393
RRadiator.................................................... 356
Radio (AM/FM) ................................. 168, 191
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 170, 192
Range .......................................................... 85
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 170, 192
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 427
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 133
Rear Seat Access ....................................... 142
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 143
Rearview Camera ..................................... 331
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 135
Refueling .................................................. 332
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 81
Gasoline ................................. 332, 420, 422
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 69
Regulations .............................. 324, 375, 425
Remote Transmitter ................................. 105
Replacement Battery .................................................... 382
Bulbs ...................................................... 360
Fuses .............................................. 413, 414
Tires........................................................ 378
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 370
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 426
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 84SSafe Driving................................................ 25

440Index
Transmission.............................. 305, 307, 311
Continuously Variable
Transmission .................................. 305, 307
Fluid ........................................................ 357
Manual .................................................... 311
Shift Lever Position Indicator ...... 68, 306, 308
Trip Meter ................................................... 84
Troubleshooting ....................................... 391
Blown Fuse ...................................... 413, 414
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 22
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 23
Emergency Towing .................................. 417
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 400
Noise When Braking .................................. 23
Overheating............................................. 407
Premium Gasoline............................ 332, 422
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 393
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 406
Warning Indicators .................................... 66
Trunk ......................................................... 113
Lid ........................................................... 113
Light Bulb ........................................ 420, 422
Turn Signals ............................................... 127
Turn Signals and Hazard Warning Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 73UUnlocking the Doors ................................. 105
Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ........ 13
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 160, 162 USB Flash Drives
....................................... 219
USB/HDMI® Port................................ 160, 161
Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ..................................................... 107
VValet Key ................................................... 103
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 424
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 318
Off Button............................................... 319
Off Indicator.............................................. 71
System Indicator ........................................ 71
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 348, 421, 423
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 318WWallpaper........................................... 95, 187
Warning and Information Messages ......... 76
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 409
Warning Labels ........................................... 63
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 429
Watts ................................................. 420, 422
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 377
Wheel Cover ............................................. 397
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 396
Window Washers ..................................... 131
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 359 Switch .................................................... 131
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 119
Windshield ............................................... 131
Cleaning ................................................. 388
Defrosting/Defogging ..................... 154, 156
Washer Fluid ........................................... 359
Wiper Blades........................................... 370
Wipers and Washers ............................... 131
Winter Tires .............................................. 380
Snow Tires .............................................. 380
Tire Chains.............................................. 380
Wipers and Washers ................................ 131
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 370
WMA ......................... 171, 179, 194, 202, 207
Worn Tires ................................................ 372