2015 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID parking brake

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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
2345
Maintenance Minder
Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If a message
SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear bra kes/service as necessary●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
●Check the expiration date for TRK bottle
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
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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.
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop
function is activated.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod Grip
Clamp
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327Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
This vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire. If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise
severely damaged, you will need to have th e vehicle towed. If the tire only has a
small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can use the temporary tire repair kit so
that you can drive to the nearest servic e station for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non- slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Put the shift lever in
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
■Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.
•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the tire contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.
•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4mm) Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch
(4mm) No
Contact
Area
Pressure Gauge
Sealant/Air Hose (Clear)
Tire Sealant
Expiration Date
Pressure Relief
Button
Instruction
Manual
Air Only Hose (Black)
SEALANT/AIR side AIR ONLY side
Inflator Switch
Repair Notification Label Power Plug
Speed Restriction Label Selector Switch
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non- slippery surface, and apply the parking
brake.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Models with optional compact spare tire
1 Changing a Flat Tire
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
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Handling the Unexpected
Shift Lever Does Not Move
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the (P
position.
1.Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the built-in key from the smart
entry remote.
3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock
release slot as shown in the image, and
remove the cover.
4. Insert the key into the sh ift lock release slot.
5. While pushing the key down, press the shift
lever release button and place the shift lever
into
(N.
u The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
■Releasing the Lock
Slot
Cover
Release
Button
Shift Lock
Release Slot
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
ModelHonda Civic Hybrid
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.S.: 3,837 lbs (1,740 kg)
Canada: 1,740 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,007 lbs (910 kg)
Canada: 910 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 1,852 lbs (840 kg)
Canada: 840 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant Type SE-10Y
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement91 cu-in (1,497 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILFR6J11
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)
■ Light Bulbs
Headlights (Low Beam)51W (HB4)
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side
Marker Lights28/8W
Daytime Running Lights LED
Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Brake/Taillights LED
Back-Up Lights16W
Taillights LED
Rear Turn Signal Lights21W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake Light LED
License Plate Light5W
Trunk Light 5W
Interior LightsMap Light8WCeiling Light8W
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Index
Brake System............................................. 267
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 269
Brake Assist System ................................. 270
Brake System Indicator (Red) .............. 68, 351
Fluid ........................................................ 298
Foot Brake ............................................... 268
Indicator (Amber)....................................... 68
Indicator (Red) ................................... 68, 351
Parking Brake .......................................... 267
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 129
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 300
Back-Up Light .......................................... 304
Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Maker
Light ...................................................... 303
Bulb Specifications ................................... 358
Daytime Running Light ............................ 301
Front Turn Signal/Par king/Side Marker
Light ...................................................... 302
Headlights ............................................... 300
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 305
Rear License Plate Light............................ 305
Rear Turn Signal Light .............................. 303
Taillight ................................................... 304
Bulb Specifications .................................... 358
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Carrying Cargo .................................. 233, 235
CD Player ................................................... 167
Center Pocket ............................................ 141 Changing Bulbs
........................................ 300
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 349
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 112
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 116
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................ 63
Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 59
Larger Children ......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 112
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 322
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 320
Climate Control System ............................ 144
Changing the Mode ................................ 144
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 145
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 319
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 144
Sensors ................................................... 146
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 144
Clock .......................................................... 102
Coat Hook ................................................. 142
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 335, 359
Console Compartment ............................. 140
Controls ..................................................... 101 Coolant (Engine)
...................................... 295
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 296
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 295
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 76
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 76
Overheating ............................................ 347
Creep Aid System ..................................... 240
Creeping ................................................... 242
Cruise Control .......................................... 249
Indicator ................................................... 75
Cup Holders .............................................. 141
Customer Service Information ................ 368
Customized Features ......................... 93, 192
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 127
Dead Battery ............................................ 344
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 145
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 361
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 124
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 132
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 291
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 124
Display Button .......................................... 155
Display/Information Button ...................... 85
Door Mirrors ............................................. 132
Doors ........................................................ 103
Auto Door Locking.................................. 113
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Index
Fuses.......................................................... 353
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 355
Locations ......................................... 353, 354
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 276
Gauge ....................................................... 84
Information ............................................. 273
Instant Fuel Economy ........................... 84, 89
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Refueling ................................................. 273
Gauges ......................................................... 84
Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 243
Glass (care) ................................................ 322
Glove Box .................................................. 140
H
Halogen Bulbs ........................................... 300
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 325
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 205
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 217
Displaying Messages ................................ 226
HFL Buttons ............................................. 205
HFL Menus .............................................. 207
HFL Status Display.................................... 206
HondaLink Assist ..................................... 230 Making a Call .......................................... 220
Options During a Call .............................. 223
Phone Setup............................................ 211
Receiving a Call ....................................... 223
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail.............. 224
Ring Tone................................................ 216
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 225
Speed Dial ............................................... 218
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail
Options ................................................. 215
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 136
Headlights ................................................. 125
Aiming .................................................... 300
Automatic Operation............................... 125
Dimming ......................................... 124, 127
Operating........................................ 124, 127
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 143
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 205
High Beam Indicator .................................. 75
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 76
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 240
Honda IMA System ..................................... 12
HondaLink Assist ...................................... 230
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 360
Vehicle Identification ............................... 360
Illumination Control ................................. 129
Knob ....................................................... 129 IMA System Indicator
................................. 74
i-MID (intelligent Multi-Information
Display) ..................................................... 85
Immobilizer System .................................. 117
Indicator ................................................... 75
Indicators .................................................... 68
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 71
Auto Idle Stop........................................... 74
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 68
Charging System............................... 69, 349
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 75, 250
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 75, 249
Door Open................................................ 31
ECON Mode ..................................... 76, 245
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 73, 351
Forward Collision Wa rning (FCW) ............. 77
High Beam ................................................ 75
High Temperature ..................................... 76
IMA System .............................................. 74
Immobilizer System ................................... 75
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................ 78
Lights On .................................................. 75
Low Fuel ................................................... 70
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 72, 349
Low Temperature...................................... 76
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS .................... 73, 263
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 350
Parking Brake and Brak e System ....... 68, 351
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 70
Security System Alarm............................... 76
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