2017 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK open hood

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 524
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 525Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 526
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 527
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 536Opening the Hood ........................... 537
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 538
Oil Check ......................................... 539
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 540
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 541
Engine Coolant ................................ 543
Transmission Fluid ............................ 545
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 546
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 547
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 548
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 556
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 561
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 562Tire Labeling .................................... 562DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 564Wear Indicators................................ 566 Tire Service Life ................................ 566
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 567
Tire Rotation .................................... 568
Winter Tires ..................................... 569
Battery ............................................... 571
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 573
Climate Control System Maintenance .. 575Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 576
Exterior Care.................................... 579
Accessories and Modifications ........ 582
* Not available on all models
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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
driver’s side lower corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push the hood latch lever in the center to
the right to release the lock mechanism,
and then 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 cleaned and lubricated.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Continued
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil fi lter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the ma intenance message on the
information display
*/driver information interface*.
1. Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the phillips head screws and
slotted head screws by turning 90°
counterclockwise on the undercarriage
and remove the under cover.
4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Under Cover
Screw
Drain Bolt
Washer
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge pointer is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• The Stop Driving When Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot message appears
on the driver information interface.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
pointer at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
H
Models with driver information interface
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
2 Oil Check P. 539
3.Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate con trol system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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Index
Keys........................................................ 136
Using a Key............................................. 145
Low Battery Charge ................................. 602
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 83
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 80, 602
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 137
Lower Anchors ........................................... 65
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 419
M
Maintenance............................................ 523
Adding the Coolant ................................ 544
Battery .................................................... 571
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 546
Cleaning ................................................. 576
Climate Control System .......................... 575
Coolant .................................................. 543
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 527
Oil .......................................................... 539
Precautions ............................................. 524
Remote Transmitter ................................ 573
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 548
Safety ..................................................... 525
Service Items ................................... 529, 533
Tires........................................................ 561
Transmission Fluid ................................... 545
Under the Hood ...................................... 536
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 81, 603
Manual Transmission ............................... 438 Map Lights
................................................ 194
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 419
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 114
Mirrors ....................................................... 183
Adjusting ................................................. 183
Door........................................................ 184
Exterior .................................................... 184
Interior Rearview ..................................... 183
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 582
Moonroof .................................................. 164
MP3 ................................................... 237, 293
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 515
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 620
O
Odometer.......................................... 115, 119
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 538
Adding .................................................... 540
Checking ................................................. 539
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 527, 531
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 80, 602
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 538
Viscosity .................................................. 538
Open Source Licences ............................... 322
Opening
Hatch ...................................................... 614 Opening/Closing
Hatch ...................................................... 154
Hood....................................................... 537
Moonroof ............................................... 164
Power Windows ...................................... 161
Outside Temperature Display .......... 117, 121
Overheating .............................................. 600
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual
Shift Mode) ............................... 24, 435, 436
Pandora ®................................................... 291
Panic Mode ............................................... 160
Parking ...................................................... 514
Parking Brake ........................................... 497
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 79
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .......................... 78, 604, 605
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 58
Passing Indicators ..................................... 170
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 240, 296
Power Windows ....................................... 161
Precautions While Driving ....................... 429
Rain ........................................................ 429
Pregnant Women ....................................... 44
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 585
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