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DRIVING
DRIVING
In addition:
• During the fi rst 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation, avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
• Avoid hard braking for the fi rst 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this when the brake pads are replaced.
Natural Gas (CNG) models
Do not put large, heavy, or pointed objects in the trunk. When storing items, properly
secure them so that they do not move around while driving. The fuel tank\
is located
in the trunk, and although a partition separates the tank from the cargo\
space, large
items or loose items can damage the fuel tank and fuel system components\
.
Improper accessories or modifi cations can affect your vehicle’s handling, and
stability, and performance, and cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt \
or killed.
Follow all instructions in the vehicle owner’s manual regarding accessories and
modifi cations.
WARNING
Maximum Load Limit
Carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle\
’s handling,
stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the Tire and Loading
Information label on the driver’s doorjamb.
This fi gure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer. Below are the
steps for determining the correct load limit:
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
4. The resulting fi gure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs. and
there will be fi ve 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 \
x 150)
= 650 lbs.)
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and
luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult the Owner’s Manual on the Owner
Information CD or at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canada)
to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load
capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories\
,
cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label
on the driver’s doorjamb.
Label example
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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTEDDRIVING
If a Fuel Leak Is Detected
If you smell natural gas or hear a hissing sound (except when refueling), the
fuel system may have a leak. Turn off the manual shut-off valve immediately. You
should locate the valve before driving in case you need to turn it off quickly.
1. Park your vehicle outside in a well-ventilated area,
away from heat, sparks, and fl ame. Apply the
parking brake. Turn off the vehicle.
2. Open all windows and the trunk for proper
ventilation.
3. Turn the manual shut-off valve one-quarter turn
clockwise (as shown). The valve is turned to OFF.
4. Call a professional towing service (see page 106).
Do not continue driving. Have the vehicle towed to
an authorized Civic Natural Gas dealer.
Manual shut-off valve
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Learn about what to do in critical or emergency situations.
Smart Entry Remote Battery Strength
If the battery life in your remote transmitter is weak, a message appears in the
display with information on how to start the engine.
1. Touch the back of the remote transmitter to the
ENGINE START/STOP button while the indicator is
fl ashing.
2. With the brake pedal or clutch pedal pressed,
press the ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds.
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.
1. Connect the fi rst jumper cable to your vehicle’s
battery (+) terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the fi rst jumper cable
to the booster battery (+) terminal. Use a 12-volt
booster battery only.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the booster
battery (-) terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second jumper cable
to the grounding point as shown. Do not connect
this jumper cable to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another vehicle,
start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase its
rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it turns
over slowly, make sure that the jumper cables have
good metal-to-metal contact.
1.8 ℓ engine models
2.4 ℓ engine models
Booster battery
Booster battery
1.8 ℓ engine models
2.4 ℓ engine models
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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
*if equipped
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes fl at while driving, grasp the steering wheel fi rmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the fl at tire with the compact
spare tire*. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size ti\
re repaired or
replaced.
Getting Ready to Change the Tire
Park the vehicle on a fi rm, level, non-slippery surface. Apply the parking brake,
shift to Park (P), and turn the vehicle off. T
urn on the hazard warning lights.
1. Open the trunk fl oor lid.
2. Take the tool case out of the trunk. Take the jack and wheel nut wrench out of the tool case.
3. Unscrew the wing bolt, then remove the spacer cone. Remove the spare tire.
4. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up) under the vehicle body, near the tire that needs
to be replaced. If necessary, remove the center
cap from the wheel with the jack handle bar.
5. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the wheel nut wrench.
Tool case
Spare tire
Setting Up the Jack
1. Place the jack under the jacking point closest to the tire to be changed.
2.
Turn the end bracket clockwise (as shown in
the image) until the top of the jack contacts the
jacking point. Make sure that the jacking point
tab is resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar and the jack handle, until the tire is off the ground.
The following instructions must be followed to use the jack safely:
• Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the vehicle.
• Use the jack provided in your vehicle. Other jacks may not support the w\
eight (“load”) or fi t the jacking point.
• Do not use while the engine is running.
• Use only where the ground is fi rm and level.
• Use only at the jacking points.
• Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
• Do not put anything on top of or underneath the jack.
Jack
handle
bar Wheel nut
Wrench as jack handle
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone unde\
rneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the
vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.
WARNING
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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Replacing the Flat Tire
1. Remove the wheel nuts, wheel cover (if necessary), and fl
at tire.
2. Mount the compact spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts, and lightly tighten them.
3. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack. Tighten the wheel nuts in the order indicated in the
image. Go around, tightening the nuts, two to
three times in this order. Do not overtighten the
wheel nuts.
If you drive with the spare tire installed, the
low tire pressure/TPMS indicator appears. The
indicator stays on until a regular tire is installed.
Storing the Flat Tire 1. Remove the center cap, if necessary.
2.
Open the trunk. Place the fl at tire face down in the
spare tire well.
3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, fl ip it over, and insert it back on the bolt. Secure the fl at
tire with the wing bolt.
4. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench back in the tool case. Store the case in the trunk.
Civic Si models: Do not mount the compact spare tire on the front, as it\
may
damage the differential. If a front tire goes fl at, replace it with the rear tire from
the same side, and mount the compact spare tire in the rear.
NOTICE
For full-
size tire
For compact
spare tire
Wing bolt
spacer
cone
Loose items can fl y around the interior in a crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.
WARNING
Tire Repair Kit*
If a tire has a small puncture, you can use the tire repair kit to tempo\
rarily repair it.
The puncture must be smaller than 3/16-inch (4 mm) and not in the tire\
sidewall. Go
to a dealer to have the full-size tire permanently repaired or replaced.\
Before Repairing the Tire
1. Park the vehicle on a fi rm, level, non-slippery surface.
2.
Move the shift lever to Park (P), and apply the parking brake.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights, and turn off the vehicle.
Getting Ready to Repair the Tire 1. Open the trunk fl oor lid.
2.
Remove the kit from the case.
3. Place the kit face up on fl at ground near the punctured tire and away from traffi c. Do not place
the kit on its side.
4. Follow the instructions in the kit to repair the tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the one provided in the\
kit that
came with your vehicle. If a different agent is used, you may permanentl\
y damage
the tire pressure sensor.
Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit compressor for more than 15\
minutes.
The accessory power socket and compressor can overheat and become
permanently damaged.
Running the engine with the vehicle in an enclosed or even partly enclos\
ed
area can cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can cause unconsciousness and eve\
n
death. Only run the engine to power the air compressor with the vehicle \
outdoors.
WARNING
NOTICE
*if equipped
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SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Civic Sedan Si
Vehicle
ModelHonda Civic 4-Door
No. of Passengers: 2
3
5
Front
Rear
Total
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating U.S.: 3,925 lbs (1,780 kg)
Canada: 1,780 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,117 lbs (960 kg)
Canada: 960 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 1,830 lbs (830 kg)
Canada: 830 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant Type SP-10
Engine and Fuel
Engine Specifications
FuelDisplacement144 cu-in (2,354 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK
DENSOILZKR7B-11S
SXU22HCR11S
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump
octane number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
Tires
*1: Optional for U.S. models (summer tires)
RegularSize225/40R18 92V
225/40R18 92Y*1Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])33 (230 [2.3])
32 (220 [2.2])*1
Compact
Spare Size
T135/80D16 101M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 7 1/2JCompact Spare16 x 4T
Light Bulbs
Headlights (Low Beam)51W (HB4)
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Fog Lights35W (H8)
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side
Marker Lights 28/8W (Amber)
Brake/Taillights21/5W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Back-Up Lights 16W
Taillights3CP
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate Lights5W
Trunk Light 5W
Interior LightsMap Lights8WCeiling Light8W
Fluids
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
Recommended· Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
· API Premium-grade 0W-20
detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
4.4 US qt (4.2 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/
Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.45 US gal (5.5 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.125 US gal (0.475 ℓ) in the
reserve tank)
Washer Fluid
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)
Civic Coupe
Vehicle
Vehicle Speci cations
*1: Manual transmission models
*2: Automatic transmission models
ModelHonda Civic 2-Door
Curb Weight 1,279 kg (2,820 lbs)*11,306 kg (2,879 lbs)*2
weight 1,720 kg (3,792 lbs)
DimensionsLength4,550 mm (179.1 in)
Width 1,755 mm (69.1 in)
Height1,415 mm (55.7 in)
Wheelbase 2,620 mm (103.1 in)
TrackFront1,492 mm (58.7 in)Rear1,516 mm (59.7 in)
Maximum permissible
Engine and Fuel
Displacement110 cu-in (1,798 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11GS
DENSO DXU22HCR-D11S
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane
number of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
Engine Specifications
Fuel
Tires
Tires
*1: Except EX-L model
*2: EX-L model
RegularSizeP205/55R16 89H*1P215/45R17 87V*2Pressure
psi(kPa[kgf/cm2])32 (220 [2.2])
Compact
Spare Size T135/80D15 99M
Pressure
psi(kPa[kgf/cm
2])
60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular16 x 6 1/2J*117 x 7J*2Compact Spare15 x 4T
Light Bulbs
Headlights (Low Beam)55 W (H11)
Headlights (High Beam) 60 W (HB3)
Front Turn Signal/Position/Side
Marker Lights28/8 W
Brake/Taillights 21/5 W
Rear Side Marker Lights5 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21 W (Amber)
Back-Up Lights16 W
High-Mount Brake Light 21 W
Rear Licence Plate Light5 W
Interior Lights Map Lights 8 W
Ceiling Light 8 W
Fluids
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
RecommendedGenuine Honda Motor Oil
API service SL or higher grade
0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30,
10W-40, 15W-40
Capacity Change 3.5 ℓ (3.7 US qt)
Change
including
filter
3.7 ℓ (3.9 US qt)
SpecifiedHonda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity5.59 ℓ (1.48 US gal)
(change including the remaining 0.475 ℓ
(0.125 US gal) in the reserve tank)
Washer FluidTank Capacity2.5 ℓ (2.6 US qt)
Brake/Clutch Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission FluidSpecifiedBrake Fluid with DOT3 or DOT4
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 2.4 ℓ (2.5 US qt)
SpecifiedHonda Manual Transmission Fluid
Capacity Change 1.4 ℓ (1.5 US qt)
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INDEX
INDEX
Remote Battery Strength ..........................103
Remote Transmitter .....................................29
Reporting Safety Defects............................22
Rev indicator .................................................26
Roadside Assistance .................................141
Route Commands .......................................143
Routing 83
Safety Information .........................................3
Airbags .........................................................8
Child Safety ...............................................14
Reporting Safety Defects ........................22
Safety Label Locations ............................21
Seat Belts ....................................................5
Seat Belts ........................................................5 Fastening a Seat Belt ................................7
Seat Belt Inspection ..................................6
Seat Belt Reminder ..................................25
Shoulder Anchor ........................................7
Seat Heaters .................................................42
Seats .........................................................36
Service Codes.............................................117
Settings .........................................................43
Setting the Clock ..........................................44
Shifting .........................................................91
Shift Lever Does Not Move ......................104
Shoulder Anchor ............................................7
Side Airbags....................................................9
Side Curtain Airbags......................................9
Siri™ Eyes Free ............................................77
SiriusXM
® Radio ...........................................60
SiriusXM® Radio Commands ....................146
Smart Entry system ................................23, 30
SMS Text Messaging ............................70, 76
Sound .........................................................47
Specifi cations .............................................135
Speed Dial ...............................................69, 75
Speedometer ................................................26
Steering Wheel.............................................40
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ........1
Steering Wheel Controls.......................46, 78
Street Address..............................................81
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ...10, 23
System message ..........................................26
Text Messaging ......................................70, 76
Tire Information ..........................................127 DOT Tire Quality Grading ......................131
Infl ation Guidelines ................................127
Specifi cations .........135, 136, 137, 138, 139
Tire and Loading Information Label ....128
Tire and Wheel Replacement ...............128
Tire Chains ...............................................129
Tire Identifi cation Number (TIN) ..........130
Tire Labeling ............................................130
Tire Service Life ......................................129
Tire Terminology .....................................130 Wear Indicators .....................................127
Winter Tires .............................................129
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .........................................24, 107, 133
Tire Repair Kit .............................................111
Tire Service Life..........................................129
Touchscreen Operation ..............................57
Towing .......................................................106
Towing a Trailer ............................................89
TPMS .........................................24, 107, 133
Traffi c .........................................................84
Trip Computer ...............................................28
Troubleshooting ..........................................140
Trunk Opener ................................................31
Turn-by-Turn Directions ..............................83
Turn Signal ....................................................35
USB Commands..........................................146
USB Flash Drive......................................54, 63
USB Port ........................................................45
Vehicle Specs .............135, 136, 137, 138, 139
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) ......24, 26, 94
Visual Index.....................................................1
Voice Command Index ..............................143
Voice Prompt ................................................80
Voice Recognition Tips ..........................72, 80
VSA
® .............................................24, 26, 94
Warranty Coverages .................................142
Washer fl uid level ........................................26
Wear Indicators .........................................127
Windows........................................................32
Window Washer Fluid ...............................125
Winter Tires .................................................129
Wiper Blades ..............................................126
Wiper Operation ...........................................35