2018 HONDA CIVIC COUPE battery replacement

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 500
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 501Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 502
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 503
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 512Opening the Hood ........................... 514
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 515
Oil Check ......................................... 516
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 518
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 519
Engine Coolant ................................ 522
Transmission Fluid ............................ 524
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 525
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 526
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 527
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 536Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 539
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 540Tire Labeling .................................... 540DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 542Wear Indicators................................ 544
Tire Service Life ................................ 544 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 545
Tire Rotation .................................... 546
Winter Tires ..................................... 547
Battery ............................................... 549
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 551
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 553CleaningInterior Care .................................... 554
Exterior Care.................................... 556
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 559
Modifications................................... 560
* Not available on all models
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uuBattery uCharging the Battery
Maintenance
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent da maging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Battery
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminal with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Please consult a dealer for more information.
The indicators for the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
system, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) OFF, Low Tire
Pressure/TPMS
* and Collision Mi tigation Braking
SystemTM (CMBSTM)* may come on after re-
connecting the battery. Drive a short distance at
more than 12 mph (20 km/h ). The indicators should
go off. If they do not, have your vehicle checked by a
dealer.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Unscrew the cover with a small Phillips-
head screwdriver.
2. Open the remote transmitter.
u Wrap the small flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratching the
transmitter.
3. Remove the button battery with the small
flat-tip screwdriver.
4. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
■Master Keys with Remote Transmitter*
1Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
3WARNING
CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
The battery that powers the remote
transmitter can cause severe internal burns
and can even lead to death if swallowed.
Keep new and used batteries away from
children.
If you suspect that a child has swallowed
the battery, seek medical attention
immediately.ScrewBattery type: CR1620
Battery
* Not available on all models
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uuWarranty Coverages u
Information
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from your dealer.
Replacement Muffler Life time Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to a ll these warranties. Please read the Honda
warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehi cle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.
■Canadian Owners
Please refer to the warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
■EPA Contact Information
An owner may obtain further information concerning emission warranties or report
violations of the terms of the emission warranties by contacting:
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Transportation and Air Quality
Compliance Division, Li ght-Duty Vehicle Group
Attn: Warranty Complaints
2000 Traverwood Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Email: [email protected]
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Index
Automatic Lighting.................................. 161
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 112, 118
Average Speed .......................................... 118
B
Battery....................................................... 549
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 591
Jump Starting .......................................... 585
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 549
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 551
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 184
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 222, 278
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 349, 372
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 72
Brake System ............................................. 474
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 480
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 477
Brake Assist System ................................. 481
Fluid ........................................................ 525
Foot Brake ............................................... 476
Indicator (Red) ........................... 76, 593, 594
Parking Brake .......................................... 474
Braking Pressure Meter ............................ 121
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 166
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 527
Brake Light, Tail/Rear Side Marker Light, Rear Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up Lights .... 534
Fog Lights ................................................ 529
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 532 Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 531
Headlights ............................................... 527
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 535
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 533
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 535
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 533
Taillight ................................................... 535
Bulb Specifications ........................... 606, 608
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 73
Carrying Cargo ................................. 407, 409
Certification Label .................................... 610
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 527
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 591
Child Safety ................................................. 60
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 147
Child Seat .................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................ 72
Child Seat for Infants................................. 62
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 63
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 67
Larger Children ......................................... 71
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 64
Using a Tether ........................................... 69
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 556
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 554 Climate Control System
........................... 191
Changing the Mode................ 191, 192, 193
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 195
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 553
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 194
Sensors ................................................... 198
Synchronization Mode ............................ 197
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 191
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 482
Coat Hooks ............................................... 189
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 482
Compact Spare Tire .................. 563, 607, 609
Console Compartment ............................. 183
Continuously Variable Transmission
Creeping................................................. 421
Fluid ....................................................... 524
Kickdown ............................................... 421
Operating the Shift Lever ................ 423, 425
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 588
Shifting ........................................... 422, 424
Controls .................................................... 125
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 522
Adding the Coolant ................................ 523
Overheating ............................................ 589
Creeping (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 421
Cruise Control .......................................... 433
Indicator ................................................... 87
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Index
Charging System............................... 79, 591
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) .......................................... 93, 94
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 87, 434
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 87, 433
Door and Trunk Open ......................... 37, 83
ECON Mode ..................................... 87, 432
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................ 83, 595
Fog Light .................................................. 85
High Beam ................................................ 85
Immobilizer System ............................. 86, 87
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ... 92, 458
Lights On .................................................. 85
Low Fuel ................................................... 81
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 78, 591
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS .... 84, 469, 472, 596
Maintenance Minder......................... 88, 503
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 79, 592
Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) .......................................... 77, 594
Parking Brake and Brake System
(Red) ....................................... 76, 593, 594
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 90
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 40, 80
Security System Alarm............................... 87
Shift Lever Position.................................... 79
Smart Entry System ................................... 88
SPORT Mode..................................... 83, 431
Starter System........................................... 88
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 57, 81 System Message ........................................ 85
Transmission System .................................. 80
Turn Signal ................................................ 85
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®)
System............................................. 82, 463
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 82, 464
Information ............................................... 605
Information Display .................................. 111
Warning and Information Messages .......... 95
Instant Fuel Economy ....................... 112, 119
Instrument Panel ........................................ 75
Brightness Control ................................... 166
Interior Lights ........................................... 180
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 169
iPod ................................................... 216, 266
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 566
Jump Starting ........................................... 585
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 129
Keys ........................................................... 128
Keys ........................................................ 128
Number Tag ............................................ 129
Remote Transmitter ................................. 135
Types and Functions ................................ 128
Won’t Turn ................................................ 29 Kickdown (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 421
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 456
LaneWatchTM............................................ 467
Language (HFL) ................................ 350, 374
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 65
Lights ................................................. 160, 527
Automatic ............................................... 161
Bulb Replacement ................................... 527
Daytime Running Lights........................... 163
Fog Lights ............................................... 163
High Beam Indicator .................................. 85
Interior .................................................... 180
Light Switches ......................................... 160
Lights On Indicator .................................... 85
Turn Signals ............................................ 160
Limited Slip Differential (LSD) ................. 466
Load Limits ................................................ 409
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 128
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 141
From Inside ............................................. 138
From Outside .......................................... 131
Keys ........................................................ 128
Using a Key ............................................. 136
Low Battery Charge ................................. 591
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 81
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 591
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Index
RDS (Radio Data System)................. 215, 256
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 613
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 167
Rear Seat Access ....................................... 177
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 178
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 169
Refueling .................................................. 493
Fuel Gauge ............................................. 110
Gasoline ......................... 493, 604, 606, 608
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 81
Regulations .............................. 472, 542, 611
Remote Transmitter ................................. 135
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 551
Bulbs ...................................................... 527
Fuses .............................................. 597, 598
Tires........................................................ 545
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 536
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 612
Resetting a Trip Meter ..................... 111, 117
Rev Indicators ........................................... 122
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 452
On and Off ............................................. 453
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 33
Safety Check ............................................... 37
Safety Labels .............................................. 74
Safety Message ............................................ 1 Seat Belts
..................................................... 38
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 41
Checking ................................................... 45
Fastening ................................................... 42
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 67
Pregnant Women ...................................... 44
Reminder................................................... 40
Warning Indicator ................................ 40, 80
Seat Heaters .............................................. 190
Seats .......................................................... 171
Adjusting ................................................. 171
Front Seats .............................................. 171
Rear Seat Access ...................................... 177
Rear Seats ............................................... 178
Seat Heaters ............................................ 190
Security System ......................................... 148
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 87
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 64
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 207
Setting the Clock ...................................... 126
Shift Lever ........................... 23, 422, 424, 428
Releasing ................................................. 588
Won’t Move ............................................ 588
Shift Lever Position Indicator ..... 79, 423, 425
Shift Up Backlight ..................................... 110
Shifting (Transmission) ............. 422, 424, 428
Side Airbags ................................................ 53
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 55
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 287
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 258 Smart Entry with Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 131
Snow Tires ................................................. 547
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) .............................. 269
Spare Tire .................................. 563, 607, 609
Spark Plugs ....................................... 606, 608
Specifications ............................................ 606
Specified Fuel ........................... 493, 606, 608
Speedometer ............................................ 109
SPORT Mode ............................................. 431
SPORT Mode Indicator ....................... 83, 431
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 49
Starting the Engine .......................... 412, 415
Does Not Start......................................... 582
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 155
Jump Starting .......................................... 585
Steering Wheel
Adjusting ................................................ 168
Stopping ................................................... 490
Stopwatch ................................................. 123
Summer Tires ............................................ 548
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 49
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 155
System Message Indicator .......................... 85
T
Tachometer............................................... 109
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 109
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