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Changing Wiper Blades
If the wiper blades leave streaks across the windshield, try cleaning th\
em fi rst with a
paper towel or soft cloth and wiper fl uid. If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated,
you should change the wiper blades.
1. Lift the driver side wiper arm fi rst, then the
passenger side.
2. Place a cloth on the edge of the lock tab. Push the lock tab up with a fl at-tip screwdriver.
3. Slide the blade from the wiper arm.
4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling the tabbed end out.
5. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade that has been removed, and mount to a new rubber
blade. Correctly align the rubber protrusion and the
retainer grooves.
6. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder from the bottom end. The tab on the holder should fi t in the
indent of the wiper blade.
7. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm, then push down the lock tab.
8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm fi rst, then the driver side.
Avoid dropping the wiper arm, as it may damage the windshield.
NOTICE
Tire Information
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and\
size, in good
condition with adequate tread, and properly infl ated.
Inflation Guidelines • Properly infl ated tires provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and comfort. Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or the specifi cations (see page
135) for the specifi ed pressure.
• Underinfl ated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from overheating.
• Overinfl ated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazards, and wear unevenly.
• Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lowe\
r than the others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
• Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This means the vehicle has\
been parked for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If n\
ecessary, add
or release air until the specifi ed pressure is reached, and then calibrate the
system (see page 107). If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as mu\
ch as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.5 kgf/cm
2) higher than checked when cold.
• At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the p\
ressure in all tires, including the spare*. Even tires in good condition can los\
e 1–2 psi
(10–20 kPa, 0.1–0.2 kgf/cm
2) per month.
Inspection Guidelines
Every time you infl ate the tires, check for the following:
• Any damage to tires, including bumps, bulges, cuts, splits, or cracks in\
the side or tread. Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks. Replace \
tires if
you see fabric or cord.
• Uneven or excessive tread wear. Have a dealer check the wheel alignment.
• Cracks or other damage around the valve stems.
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 low that the indicator is
exposed, replace the tire. Worn out tires have poor
traction on wet roads.
Example of a wear
indicator mark
*if equipped
End cap at
the bottom
Holder
Holder Cap
Lock tab
Blade
To p
Blade
Retainer
Indent
Ta b
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Tire and Loading Information Label
The label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and
loading information.
Tire and Wheel Replacement
Replace your tires with radials of the same size, load range, speed rati\
ng, and
maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using tires
of a different size or construction can cause certain vehicle systems to\
work
incorrectly. It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that isn’\
t possible,
replace the front or rear tires in pairs.
If you change or replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifi cations match
those of the original wheels. Only use TPMS-specifi ed wheels approved for your
vehicle.
Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stabil\
ity.
This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of tires recommended in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly infl ated can cause
a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tire infl ation
and maintenance
.
WARNING
Original
tire sizes Number of
people your
vehicle can
carry Proper cold
tire pressure
Total weight
your vehicle
can carry
(do not exceed)
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving h\
abits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, infl ation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and infl ation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires re\
ach
fi ve years old. All tires, including the spare*, should be removed from se\
rvice after
10 years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or \
state of
wear.
Winter TiresIf driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season tires marked “M\
+S”, snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain suffi cient distance between
vehicles when driving. For winter tires, select the size and load ranges\
that are the
same as the original tires, and mount them to all four wheels.
Tire ChainsInstall tire chains on the front tires only. Because your vehicle has limited tire
clearance, we strongly recommend using the following chains:
For P195/65R15 tires:
Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain SC1030
For P205/55R16 or P215/45R17 tires:
Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain SC1032
For P225/40R18 or 225/40R18 tires:
These tires are not suitable for mounting any traction device.
Mount chains as tightly as you can, and make sure that they do not touch\
the
brake lines or suspension.
Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can dama\
ge your
vehicle’s brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are hitting
any part of the vehicle.
NOTICE
Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can damage th\
e
brake lines and cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or k\
illed.
Follow all instructions in this guide regarding the selection and use of\
tire
chains.
WARNING
*if equipped
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Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has “readiness codes” as part of the onboard self-diag\
nostic system.
Some states refer to these codes as a test to see if your vehicle’s emissions
components are working properly. The codes may not be read if you go through the
testing just after the battery has gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, turn the vehicle on without starting the engine\
. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it goes \
off, the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks fi ve times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness cod\
es are set,
prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°\
C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle\
for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in Park (P) or Neutral for manual transmission. Incre\
ase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there for about 3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the \
highway
with the vehicle in Drive (D) or 5th gear. Do not use cruise control. When traffi c
allows, drive for 90 seconds without using the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed
may vary slightly; this is OK.) If you cannot do this for a continuous \
90 seconds
because of traffi c conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat two more
times (for a total of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city/suburban traffi c for at least 10 minutes. When traffi c conditions allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerato\
r
pedal or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set\
again
only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, y\
ou may be
requested to return at a later date to complete the test, or see your de\
aler.
Vehicle
Engine and Fuel
Tires
Light Bulbs
Fluids
*1: LX-MT, HF, and Canadian DX models
*2: LX-CVT models
*3: EX and EX-L models
*4: Canadian Touring models
ModelHonda Civic 4-Door
No. of Passengers:
Front
Rear
Total
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating U.S.: 3,693 lbs (1,675 kg)*1Canada: 1,675 kg*1U.S.: 3,748 lbs (1,700 kg)*2Canada: 1,700 kg*2U.S.: 3,792 lbs (1,720 kg)*3Canada: 1,720 kg*3Canada: 1,755 kg*4
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 1,984 lbs (900 kg)*1Canada: 900 kg*1U.S.: 2,017 lbs (915 kg)*2Canada: 915 kg*2U.S.: 2,028 lbs (920 kg)*3Canada: 920 kg*3Canada: 940 kg*4Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 1,742 lbs (790 kg)*1Canada: 790 kg*1U.S.: 1,753 lbs (795 kg)*2Canada: 795 kg*2U.S.: 1,786 lbs (810 kg)*3Canada: 810 kg*3Canada: 825 kg*4
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant TypeSP-10
2
3
5
Fuel Engine Specifications
Displacement110 cu-in (1,798 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK
DENSO
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump
octane number of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
DILZKR7B11GS
DXU22HCR-D11S
*1: Canadian DX model
*2: LX model
*3: HF model *4: EX model
*5: U.S. EX-L and Canadian
Touring models
RegularSizeP195/65R15 89H*1, *2P195/65R15 89S*3P205/55R16 89H*4P215/45R17 87V*5Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])30 (210 [2.1])*1, *232 (220 [2.2])*3, *4, *5
Compact
Spare*Size
T135/80D15 99M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular15 x 6J*1, *315 x 6 1/2J*216 x 6 1/2J*417 x 7J*5Compact Spare*15 x 4T
Headlights (Low Beam)51W (HB4)
Headlights (High Beam)
Fog Lights*55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side
Marker Lights 28/8W (Amber)
Brake/Taillights21/5W
Rear Turn Signal Lights
Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Back-Up Lights
Taillights3CP
High-Mount Brake Light
Rear License Plate Lights5W
Trunk Light
Interior LightsMap Lights*8WCeiling Light8W
60W (HB3)
21W (Amber)
16W
21W
5W
Brake/Clutch Fluid
Automatic Transmission (CVT) Fluid
Manual Transmission FluidSpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHCF-2
Capacity
SpecifiedHonda Manual Transmission Fluid
Capacity
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
Recommended· Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
· API Premium-grade 0W-20
detergent oil
Capacity Change
Change
including
filter
3.9 US qt (3.7 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant
Type2
Ratio
Capacity1.48 US gal (5.59 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)
3.6 US qt (3.4 ℓ)Change
Change 1.5 US qt (1.4 ℓ)
3.7 US qt (3.5 ℓ)
50/50 with distilled water
SPECIFICATIONS
Civic Sedan