2018 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK battery replacement

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*
148
Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Low Smart Entry Remo te Signal Strength*
The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the smart entry remote when locking/
unlocking the doors and hatch, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors and hatch, or starting the engine
may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being tra nsmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the smart entry remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, ce ll phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the smart entry remote.
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.
1 Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*
Communication between the smart entry remote and
the vehicle consumes the smart entry remote’s
battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on re gularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the smart entry
remote is receivi ng strong radio wave s. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 560
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 561Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 562
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 563
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 572Opening the Hood ........................... 574
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 575
Oil Check ......................................... 576
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 578
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 579
Engine Coolant ................................ 582
Transmission Fluid ............................ 584
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 585
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 586
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 587
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 597
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 602
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 603Tire Labeling .................................... 603DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 605Wear Indicators................................ 607 Tire Service Life ................................ 607
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 608
Tire Rotation .................................... 609
Winter Tires ..................................... 610
Cold Weather Driving ...................... 612
Battery ............................................... 613
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 615
Climate Control System Maintenance .. 617Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 618
Exterior Care.................................... 621
Accessories and Modifications ........ 624
* 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 terminals 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.
Consult a dealer for more information.
The indicators for the Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC)
*, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF)*, Road Departur e Mitigation
(RDM)*, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) System,
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) OFF, low tire Pressure/
TPMS
* and Collision Miti gation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM)* may come on when you turn the ignition
switch to ON
( w*1 after reconnect ing a battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If none of them do,
have your vehicle ch ecked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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615Continued
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 purch ased from your dealer.
Replacement Muffler Lifeti me Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the Honda
warranty information booklet th at came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehicle’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 conc erning 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, Light-Duty Vehicle Group
Attn: Warranty Complaints
2000 Traverwood Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Email: complianc [email protected]
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Index
Automatic Lighting.................................. 182
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 121, 127
Average Speed .......................................... 127
B
Battery....................................................... 613
Charging System Indicator ................. 82, 661
Jump Starting .......................................... 655
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 613
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 615
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 208
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 308
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 381, 407
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 73
Brake System ............................................. 532
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 539
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 536
Brake Assist System ................................. 540
Fluid ........................................................ 585
Foot Brake ............................................... 535
Indicator (Red) ........................... 78, 663, 664
Parking Brake .......................................... 532
Braking Pressure Meter ............................ 130
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 191
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 587
Brake Light, Rear Tu rn Signal Light and
Back-Up Light ........................................ 595
Fog Lights ................................................ 589
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 592 Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 591
Headlights ............................................... 587
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 596
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 594
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 596
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 594
Taillights.................................................. 596
Taillights/Rear Side Marker Lights ............ 596
Bulb Specifications ................................... 678
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 74
Cargo Area Cover ..................................... 216
Cargo Hook ............................................... 215
Carrying Cargo ................................. 443, 445
Certification Label .................................... 680
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 587
Charging System Indicator ................. 82, 661
Child Safety ................................................. 60
Childproof Door Locks............................. 160
Child Seat .................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................ 73
Child Seat for Infants................................. 62
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 63
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 67
Larger Children ......................................... 72
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 64 Using a Tether .......................................... 69
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 160
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 621
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 618
Climate Control System ........................... 220
Changing the Mode................................ 220
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 224
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 617
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 223
Sensors ................................................... 227
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 220
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 541
Coat Hooks ............................................... 214
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 541
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 642, 679
Console Compartment ............................. 207
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping................................................. 458
Fluid ....................................................... 584
Kickdown ............................................... 458
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 23, 460
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 658
Shifting ................................................... 459
Controls .................................................... 145
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 582
Adding the Coolant ................................ 583
Overheating ............................................ 659
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Index
Lights................................................. 181, 587
Automatic ............................................... 182
Bulb Replacement .................................... 587
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 184
Fog Lights ................................................ 184
High Beam Indicator .................................. 90
Interior .................................................... 204
Light Switches ......................................... 181
Lights On Indicator .................................... 90
Turn Signals ............................................. 181
Limited Slip Differential (LSD) ................. 524
Load Limits ................................................ 445
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 147
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 161
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 160
From Inside .............................................. 158
From Outside ........................................... 149
Keys ........................................................ 147
Using a Key ............................................. 156
Low Battery Charge .................................. 661
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 81, 661
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength ................................................... 148
Lower Anchors ............................................ 65
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 445
M
Maintenance............................................. 559
Adding the Coolant ................................. 583 Battery .................................................... 613
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 585
Cleaning ................................................. 618
Climate Control System ........................... 617
Coolant ................................................... 582
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 563
Oil ........................................................... 576
Precautions ............................................. 560
Remote Transmitter ................................. 615
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 587
Safety...................................................... 561
Service Items ................................... 565, 569
Tires ........................................................ 602
Transmission Fluid ................................... 584
Under the Hood ...................................... 572
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 82, 662
Manual Transmission ............................... 466
Map Lights ................................................ 205
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 445
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 118
Mirrors ...................................................... 194
Adjusting ................................................ 194
Door ....................................................... 195
Exterior ................................................... 195
Interior Rearview ..................................... 194
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 624
Moonroof ................................................. 175
MP3 ................................................... 249, 305
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 551
N
Numbers (Identification) ......................... 680
O
Odometer......................................... 120, 126
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 575
Adding ................................................... 578
Checking ................................................ 576
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 563, 567
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 81, 661
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 575
Viscosity.................................................. 575
Open Source Licences .............................. 346
Opening Hatch...................................................... 674
Opening/Closing Hatch...................................................... 165
Hood ...................................................... 574
Moonroof ............................................... 175
Power Windows...................................... 172
Outside Temperature Display ......... 122, 128
Overheating ............................................. 659
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual
Shift Mode) ............................... 24, 463, 464
Pandora® .................................................. 303
Panic Mode ............................................... 171
Parking ..................................................... 550
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Index
Parking Brake........................................... 532
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
(Amber) ..................................................... 79
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .......................... 78, 663, 664
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 58
Passing Indicators ..................................... 181
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ............... 252, 308
Power Windows ....................................... 172
Precautions While Driving ....................... 457
Rain ........................................................ 457
Pregnant Women ....................................... 44
Puncture (Tire) ......................................... 629
R
Radio (FM/AM)................................. 244, 284
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 288
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 245, 286
Range ................................................ 121, 127
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 245, 286
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 683
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 192
Rear Seat Heaters ..................................... 219
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 202
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 194
Refueling .................................................. 553
Fuel Gauge ............................................. 118
Gasoline ......................................... 553, 678
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 85 Regulations
............................... 530, 605, 681
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 454
Remote Transmitter ................................. 154
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 615
Bulbs ....................................................... 587
Fuses ............................................... 668, 669
Tires ........................................................ 608
Wiper Blade Rubber ......................... 597, 600
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 682
Resetting a Trip Meter ..................... 120, 126
Rev Indicators ........................................... 130
Rev Match System ..................................... 467
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .......... 509
On and Off .............................................. 510
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 33
Safety Check ............................................... 37
Safety Labels ............................................... 75
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts ..................................................... 38
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 43
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, 85
Seat Heaters .............................................. 219
Seats .......................................................... 196
Adjusting ................................................ 196
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 218
Front Seats .............................................. 196
Rear Seats ............................................... 202
Seat Heaters ............................................ 219
Security System ......................................... 168
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 93
Select Lever ................................. 23, 459, 466
Operation.................................. 23, 460, 466
Releasing................................................. 658
Won’t Move ............................................ 658
Select/Reset Knob ............................. 120, 126
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 64
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 237
Setting the Clock ...................................... 146
Shift Lever ................................... 23, 459, 466
Shift Lever Position Indicator .................... 83
Shift Position Indicator ............................ 460
Shifting (Transmission) ..................... 459, 466
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 43
Side Airbags ................................................ 53
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 55
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 317
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 288
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ..................................................... 149
Snow Tires ................................................. 610
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