2016 HONDA CIVIC engine

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
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 first jumper cable to your vehicle’s
battery (+) terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first 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 engine mounting bolt 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. Canadian models only: Before attempting to start
your vehicle, the immobilizer system must be reset.
To do this, press and hold the brake pedal firmly
before turning the vehicle on.
7. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it turns
over slowly, make sure that the jumper cables have
good metal-to-metal contact.
Booster battery
1.5 engine models
2.0 engine model\as
Booster batter\f
1.5 engine model\
s
2.0 engine model\
s
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead\

compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriou\
sly
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the batt\
ery.
WARNING
After the Engine Starts
once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following
order:
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery (\
-)
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s (+) terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery (\
+)
terminal.
5. Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead: •  Some systems are temporarily deactivated. Drive a short distance at 12 mph (20
km/h) or more, and the indicator(s) should go off.
•  The immobilizer system needs to be reset (see page 26).*
*Canadian models only

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Overheating
If the temperature gauge pointer is at the H mark, the engine suddenly l\
oses power,
or steam or spray comes out from under the hood, your engine is overheat\
ing.
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn
off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning
lights.
2. If steam or spray is not present: Keep the engine
running and open the hood.
 If steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and
wait until it subsides. Then, open the hood.
3. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the tem\
perature
gauge needle comes down. If the cooling fan is not operating, immediatel\
y stop
the engine.
4. once the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and check the \
cooling system components for leaks. If the coolant level in the expansi\
on tank
is low, or no coolant is in the tank, check that the radiator is cool. Cover t\
he
expansion tank cap with a heavy cloth and open the cap. Add coolant unti\
l it
reaches the MAX mark, and put the cap back on.
once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge pointer has gone down, resume driving. If it ha\
s not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
MAX
Expansion tankMIN
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
WARNING
removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant t\
o
spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiato\
r cap.
WARNING
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge pointer at the H mark may\
damage
the engine.
NOTICE
Emergency Engine Stop*
The eNGINe STArT/SToP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, cho\
ose one of
the following operations:
• 
Press and hold the eNGINe STArT/SToP button for
two seconds, or
• 
Firmly press the eNGINe STArT/SToP button two
times.
The steering wheel will not lock. Because turning off the engine also di\
sables the
power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it\
will require
significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow the vehi\
cle. Downshift
gears and use both feet on the brake pedal, if necessary, to slow the vehicle and
stop immediately in a safe place
Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary \
for the engine
to be switched off.
*if equipped
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
Flat bed equipment: The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a tru\
ck. This is
the best way to transport your vehicle.
Wheel lift equipment: The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front
tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground.\
This is an
acceptable way to tow your vehicle.
For CvT models: If you cannot shift the transmission or turn on the engine, your
vehicle must be transported with the front wheels off the ground. Make s\
ure the
parking brake is released. If you cannot release the parking brake, your\
vehicle must
be transported by flat bed equipment.
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious dama\
ge. The
bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
Improper towing such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle\
can
damage the transmission.
NOTICE

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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 place. replace the flat tire with the compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tir\
e repaired or
replaced.
Getting Ready to Change the Tire
Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface. Apply the par\
king brake,
shift to Park (P), and turn the vehicle off. Turn on the hazard warning lights.
1. open the trunk floor 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.
5. If necessary, put the flat tip of the jack handle bar
into the edge of the wheel cover. Carefully pry the
edge and remove the cover.
6. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the
wheel nut wrench.
Tool case
Spare tire
Jack handle ba r
Wheel nu t
Wheel
cover
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.
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
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 weight
(“load”) or fit the jacking point.
•  Do not use while the engine is running.
•  Use only where the ground is firm 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.

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Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, turn the vehicle off and chec\
k to see if any
applicable fuse is blown. Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover\
. Locate the
fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number.
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Located under the hood near the battery. Push the tabs to open the box.
*if equipped
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
Passenger’s Power Seat*/
Rear Seat Heaters*(60 A)
Cooling Fan*1(30 A)Cooling Fan*2(50 A)IG Main*3
*430 A

Headlight High Beam Main30 ABattery125A
2
EPS70 A
IG Main 30
A*3
50A*4
Fuse Box Option*(40 A)
Fuse Box60AFront Wiper Moto r30A
Headlight Low Beam Main 30 A
3
Rear Defroster40 AStarter Motor*3
*430A

Fuse Bo x40AABS/VSA Motor40AABS/VSA FS R40ABlower Motor40A
*1: 2.0L engine models
*2: 1.5L engine models
*3: Models with smart entry syste m
*4: Models without smart entry system
4




5Cooling Fan5A
6W asher15A7FI Main15A
8F I Sub1 5A
9 Stop Lights 10A
10 Injecto r
*2(15A )
11 LAF 5A
12 FI ECU 10A
13 Parking Lights 10A
14 Hazard1 5A
15 IG Coil 15A
16 Transmission
*5(1 5A )
17 Daytime Running Lights 10A
18 Back Up 10A
Circuit Protecte
d Amps
19 Audio 15A
20 Audio AMP*(30 A)
21 Interior Lights 10A
22 Front Fog Lights
*(15 A)
23 A/C Compressor*(10 A)
24 Horn 10A
25 Left Headlight Low Beam 10A
26 Right Headlight Low Beam 10A
27 VB ACT
*2(10 A)
28 Left Headlight High Beam 10A
29 Right Headlight High Beam 10A
30
31 Rear Seat Heaters
*(15 A)
32 Passenger’s Power Seat
Sliding
*(20 A)
33 Passenger’s Power Seat
Reclining
*(20 A)
34
35
36
Circuit Protected Amps
1 Passenger’s Power Seat*/
Rear Seat Heaters*(60 A)
Cooling Fan
*1(30 A)
Cooling Fan*2(50 A)

IG Main
*3
*430 A

Headlight High Beam Main 30A
Battery 125A
2 EPS
70A
IG Main 30
A
*3
50A*4
Fuse Box Option*(40 A)
Fuse Bo x6 0A
Front Wiper Moto r30A
Headlight Low Beam Main 30 A
3 Rear Defroster
40A
Starter Motor
*3
*430 A

Fuse Bo x 40A
ABS/VSA Motor 40A
ABS/VSA FS R 40A
Blower Motor 40A
*1: 2.0L engine models
*2: 1.5L engine models
*3: Models with smart entry syste m
*4: Models without smart entry system
*5: Continuously variable transmission
models
4



5 Cooling Fan 5A
6W asher1 5A
7 FI Main 15A
8F I Sub15A9Stop Lights10A
10 Injecto r*2(15A )11LAF5A
12 FI ECU 10A
13Parking Lights10 A
14 Hazard15A15IG Coil15A
16 Transmission*5(1 5A )17Daytime Running Lights10A
18 Back Up 10A
Circuit Protecte dAmps
19Audio15A
20 Audio AMP*(30 A)21Interior Lights10A
22 Front Fog Lights*(15 A)23A/C Compressor*(10 A)
24 Horn 10A
25Left Headlight Low Beam10A
26 Right Headlight Low Beam 10A
27VB ACT*2(10 A)
28 Left Headlight High Beam 10A
29Right Headlight High Beam10A
3031Rear Seat Heaters*(15 A)
32 Passenger’s Power Seat
Sliding
*(20 A)
33Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining*(20 A)
34
35
36
Interior Fuse Box
Located under the dashboard on the driver’s side.
*if equipped
Circuit ProtectedAmps1Accessory10 A
2*1
Key Lock*2
(5 A)
3
4Front Sensor Camera*1
Transmission*2, *3(5A)
(10 A)
5Optio n10A6SRS Indicator10A7Meter10A8Fuel Pump15A
*3: Continuously variable transmission models
9AIRCON10A1011Engine Control5A12Passenger Side Door Lock10A13Driver Side Rear Door Unloc k(10A )
14Rear Driver’s Side Power
Window(20A )
15Front Passenger’s Side
Power Windo w20A
16Door Lock20A
17Transmissio n*1, *3
Front Sensor Camera*2(10A )
(5 A)
18
19 Moonroo f*(20A )
20
21 ACG 10A
22 Daytime Running Lights 10A
23
24 Front Sensor Camera
*(5 A)
25 Driver’s Door Lock 10A
26
Passen ger Side Door Unlock10A
27 Rear Passenger’s Side
Power Window (2
0A )
*1: Models with smart entry system
*2: Models without smart entry system 28
Driver’s Power Window 20A
29 Front Accessory Power
Socket 20
A
30 Smart Entry
*1
*210
A

31 Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining
*(20 A)
32 Front Seat Heater
*(20 A)
33 Driver’s Power Seat Sliding*(20 A)
34 VSA/ABS 10A
35 SRS 10A
36
37
38 Driver Side Rear Door Lock (10 A)
39 Driver’s Door Unlock 10 A
Circuit Protecte
dAmps
Fuse label
Circuit Protected Amps
1 Accessory 10A
2
*1
Key Lock*2
(5 A)
3
4 Front Sensor Camera
*1
Transmission*2, *3(5
A)
(10 A)
5 Option 10A
6 SRS Indicator 10A
7 Meter 10A
8 Fuel Pump 15A
*3
: Continuously variable transmission models
9 AIRCON 10A
10
11 Engine Control 5A
12 Passenger Side Door Lock 10A
13
Driver Side Rear Door Unloc k(10A )
14 Rear Driver’s Side Power
Window (2
0A )
15 Front Passenger’s Side
Power Windo w20
A
16 Door Lock 20A
17 Transmissio
n
*1, *3
Front Sensor Camera*2(10A )
(5 A)
1819Moonroo f*(20A )2021ACG10A22Daytime Running Lights10A2324Front Sensor Camera*(5 A)25Driver’s Door Lock10A26Passen ger Side Door Unlock10A
27Rear Passenger’s Side
Power Window(20A )
*1: Models with smart entry system*2: Models without smart entry system
28Driver’s Power Window20 A
29 Front Accessory Power
Socket 20
A
30Smart Entry*1
*210A

31 Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining
*(20 A)
32Front Seat Heater*(20 A)
33 Driver’s Power Seat Sliding*(20 A)34VSA/ABS10A
35 SRS 10A
36
3738Driver Side Rear Door Lock(10 A)
39 Driver’s Door Unlock 10 A
Circuit Protecte dAmps

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Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the vehicle off, including all lights and
accessories.
2. remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment.
If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screws and replace
the fuse with a new one. reinstall the screws.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
If there is a burned out fuse, remove it with the
fuse puller and replace it with a new one.
Blown
fuse
Combined
fuse
Fuse puller
replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the \
chances of
damaging the electrical system.
NOTICE
MAINTENANCE
Learn about basic maintenance that you can perform on the vehicle yourse\
lf, as well
as information about how to best maintain the vehicle.
Safety Precautions
Some of the most important safety precautions are listed below; however, we cannot
warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing mainte\
nance.
only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
Maintenance Safety •  To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks\
, and flames
away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
•  Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.
•  To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not
gasoline.
•  Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery\
or
compressed air.
•  Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can\

accumulate.
Vehicle Safety
•  The vehicle must be stationary, and parked on level ground with the parking
brake set and the engine off.
•  Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
•  Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem befo\
re
driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. \
Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according
to the schedules in this guide.
WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can \
cause you to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and precautions in this guide.
WARNING

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Maintenance Minder™
reminds you when indicated maintenance service is due.
Models with information display
When maintenance is due, the Maintenance Minder indicator comes on and a\

message appears on the display every time you turn the vehicle on. Press\
the TrIP
knob in the instrument panel to change displays (see page 28).
Models with Driver Information Interface
When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and a mes\
sage
appears on the display every time you turn the vehicle on. Press the Dis\
play button
on the steering wheel to change displays (see page 29).
Maintenance Minder message
Maintenance
Minder indicator
Sub items
Main item
Maintenance Minder message
System message

indicator
Sub items
Main
item
U.S. models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and sys\
tems
may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using \
parts
that are certified to EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenan\
ce on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the Driver Information Interface.
Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder indicator does not appear more than 12 months af\
ter the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
AReplace engine oi l*1
BReplace engine oil*1 and oil lter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Inspect these items:
• Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
•S uspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
• All uid levels and condition of uids
• Exhaust system
#
•F uel lines and connection s#
*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 s\
oot in the air from industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every \
15,000 miles (24,000 km).*4:Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in highe\
r transmission
temperatures. This requires transmission uid changes more frequently\
than recommended by
the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the
transmission uid changed every 25,000 miles (40,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
Rotate tires
2Replace air cleaner element*2
Replace dust and pollen lter*3
Inspect drive belt
3
Replace transmission uid*4
4Replace spark plug s
Inspect valve clearance
5
Replace engine coolant
7Replace brake uid*5
*5:If a Maintenance Minder indicator does not appear more than 36 months af\
ter the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake uid every 3 years.
In addition:
•  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.

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*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months afte\
r the display is
reset, change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every \
24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*3:
If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of s\
oot in the air from industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every \
24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in highe\
r transmission
temperatures. This requires transmission uid changes more frequently\
than recommended by
the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the
transmission uid changed every 40,000 km (25,000 miles).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator does not appear more than 36 months after the display for
item7 is reset, change the brake uid every 3 years.#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
AReplace engine oi l*1
0Replace engine oil*1 and oil lter
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
Rotate tires
2Replace air cleaner element*2
Replace dust and pollen lte r*3
Inspect drive belt
3
Replace transmission uid*4
4Replace spark plug s
Inspect valve clearance
5
Replace engine coolant
7Replace brake uid*5
9Inspect front and rear brakes
Inspect these items: •T ie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
•S uspension components
•D riveshaft boots
•B rake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
•A ll uid levels and condition of uids
•E xhaust system
#
•Fuel lines and connections#
Canadian models
In addition:
•  Inspect idle speed every 256,000 km (160,000 miles).
•  Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.Under the Hood
1.5 engine model\
s
Brake uid
(black cap)
Reserve \fank Washer uid
(blue cap)
\bngine oil dips\fick\v
(orange) \bngine oil ll cap Ba\f\fery
Reserve \fank cap
U.S. modelsWasher uid
(blue cap)Canadian models
2.0 engine model\/s
Brake/\flut\fh\b uid
(Bla\fk \fap)
Reserve tank Washer uid
(blue \fap) Engine oil dipsti\fk\/
(orange)
Engine oil ll \fap Battery
Reserve tank \fap
*if equipped

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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.
3. Push the hood latch lever in the center to the
right 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.
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strik\
e the
wipers, and may damage either the hood or the wipers.
NOTICE
Hood release handle
Pull
Lever
Support rodGrip
Clamp
Engine Oil
Park the vehicle on level ground, and wait approximately three minutes after turning
the engine off before you check the oil.
Checking the Oil
1. remove the dipstick (orange).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper
towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its hole.
4. remove the dipstick again, and check the level.
It should be between the upper and lower marks.
Add oil if necessary.
1.5 engine model\
s
Upper mark
Lower mark
1.5 engine models
Upper mark
Lower mark
2.0 engine models
2.0 engine model\
s