2015 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID service indicator

Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P325)
Flat Tire (P327)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the comp act spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P349)
● Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner’s manual.
Models with an optional compact spare tire
Engine Won’t Start (P341)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P353)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P347)
● 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 (P356)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators uintelligent Multi-Informat ion Display (i-MID) Warning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-M ID) Warning and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on the i-MID. Press the (display/information) button to see the message again with the syst em
message indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.
2 Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 350
●Appears if there is a problem with the DRL system.●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Daytime Running Lights P. 127
●Appears when the washer fluid is low.●Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 299
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon. u Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW and SERVICE
PAST DUE follow.
2Maintenance MinderTM P. 283
●Appears when the IMA batte ry is significantly low.●Drive continuously or, if necessary, allow the vehicle to
idle in an open area un til the message disappears.
Canadian models
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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise
that can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additive s in gasoline vary in the market, Honda
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher
1 Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality ga soline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly reco mmend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, a nd cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your inst rument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.
Some gasoline today is ble nded with oxygenates such
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gaso line containing methanol.
If you notice any undesira ble operating symptoms, try
another service station or sw itch to another brand of
gasoline.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 280
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..281
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 282
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 283
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 288
Opening the Hood ........................... 289
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 290
Oil Check ......................................... 291
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 292
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 293
Engine Coolant ................................ 295
Transmission Fluid ............................ 297
Brake Fluid ....................................... 298
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 299
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 300
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 306
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 308
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 309
Tire Labeling .................................... 309
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 311Wear Indicators................................ 313 Tire Service Life ................................ 313
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 314
Tire Rotation .................................... 315
Winter Tires ..................................... 316
12 Volt Battery .................................. 317
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 318
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 319Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 320
Exterior Care.................................... 322
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
The system message indicator ( ) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder message.
■Maintenance Minder Messages on the i-MID
Maintenance MessageOil Life DisplayExplanationInformation
SERVICE DUE SOON15%The remaining engine oil life is 15 to
6 percent. Once you switch the
display by pressing the
(display/informati on) button, this
message will go off.The engine oil is approaching the end
of its service life, and the maintenance
items should be inspected and serviced
soon.
SERVICE DUE NOW5%The remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1
percent. Press the button to
switch to another display.The engine oil has almost reached the
end of its service life, and the
maintenance items should be inspected
and serviced as soon as possible.
SERVICE PAST DUENegative DistanceThe remaining engine oil life has
passed its service life, and a negative
distance appears after driving over
10 miles (U.S. models) or 10 km
(Canadian models). Press the
button to switch to another display.The engine oil life has passed.
The maintenance items must be
inspected and serviced immediately.
2345
15
Engine oil
Air filters
2345
2345
5
Engine oil
Air filters
2345
23452345
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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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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWear Indicators
Maintenance
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is
located is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than
elsewhere on the tire. If the tread has worn so
that the indicator is ex posed, replace the tire.
Worn out tires have po or traction on wet
roads.
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even wh en the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five
years old. All tires, including the spare, should be removed from service after 10
years from the date of manufacture, regardle ss of their condition or state of wear.
Example of a Wear
Indicator mark
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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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