2018 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN battery replacement

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 510
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 511Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 512
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 513
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 523Opening the Hood ........................... 525
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 526
Oil Check ......................................... 527
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 529
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 530
Engine Coolant ................................ 533
Transmission Fluid ............................ 535
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 536
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 537
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 538
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 547Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 550
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 551
Tire Labeling .................................... 551
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 553Wear Indicators................................ 555
Tire Service Life ................................ 555 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 556
Tire Rotation .................................... 557
Winter Tires ..................................... 558
Battery ............................................... 560
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 562
Heating System
*/Climate Control
System* Maintenance .................... 564
Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 565
Exterior Care.................................... 567
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 570
Modifications................................... 571
* Not available on all models
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uuBattery uCharging the Battery
Maintenance
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging 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*
1 Replacing 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
B
Battery....................................................... 560
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 603
Jump Starting .......................................... 597
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 560
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 562
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 191
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 234, 290
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 361, 385
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 72
Brake System ............................................. 484
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 490
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 487
Brake Assist System ................................. 491
Fluid ........................................................ 536
Foot Brake ............................................... 486
Indicator (Red) ........................... 76, 605, 606
Parking Brake .......................................... 484
Braking Pressure Meter ............................ 120
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 174
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 538
Brake Light, Tail/Rear Side Marker Light, Rear Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up Lights .... 545
Fog Lights ................................................ 540
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 543
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 542
Headlights ............................................... 538
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 546 Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 544
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 546
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 544
Taillights.................................................. 546
Bulb Specifications ........................... 618, 620
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 73
Carrying Cargo ................................. 421, 423
Certification Label .................................... 622
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 538
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 603
Child Safety ................................................. 60
Childproof Door Locks............................. 148
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 155
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
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 148
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 567
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 565 Climate Control System
........................... 202
Changing the Mode................................ 202
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 206
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 564
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 205
Sensors ................................................... 209
Synchronized Mode ................................ 208
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 202
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 492
Coat Hooks ............................................... 196
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 492
Compact Spare Tire .................. 575, 619, 621
Console Compartment ............................. 190
Continuously Variable Transmission
Creeping................................................. 435
Fluid ....................................................... 535
Kickdown ............................................... 435
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 24, 437
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 600
Shifting ................................................... 436
Controls .................................................... 133
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 533
Adding the Coolant ................................ 534
Overheating ............................................ 601
Creeping (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 435
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Index
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench)......................... 578
Jump Starting ............................................ 597
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 137
Keys ........................................................... 136
Keys ........................................................ 136
Number Tag ............................................ 137
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 148
Remote Transmitter ................................. 143
Types and Functions ................................ 136
Won’t Turn ................................................ 29
Kickdown (Continuously Variable Transmission) ........................................... 435
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 466
LaneWatchTM............................................. 477
Language (HFL) ................................. 363, 387
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 65 Lights
................................................. 168, 538
Automatic ............................................... 169
Bulb Replacement ................................... 538
Daytime Running Lights........................... 171
Fog Lights ............................................... 171
High Beam Indicator .................................. 85
Interior .................................................... 187
Light Switches ......................................... 168
Lights On Indicator .................................... 85
Turn Signals ............................................ 168
Limited Slip Differential (LSD) ................. 476
Load Limits ................................................ 423
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 136
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 149
Childproof Door Locks............................. 148
From Inside ............................................. 146
From Outside .......................................... 139
Keys ........................................................ 136
Using a Key ............................................. 144
Low Battery Charge ................................. 603
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 81
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 603
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 138
Lower Anchors ............................................ 65
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 618, 620
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 423
M
Maintenance............................................ 509
Adding the Coolant ................................ 534
Battery .................................................... 560
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 536
Cleaning ................................................. 565
Climate Control System .......................... 564
Coolant .................................................. 533
Heating System ....................................... 564
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 513
Oil .......................................................... 527
Precautions ............................................. 510
Remote Transmitter ................................ 562
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 538
Safety ..................................................... 511
Service Items ................................... 515, 520
Tires........................................................ 550
Transmission Fluid ................................... 535
Under the Hood ...................................... 523
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 79, 604
Manual Transmission ............................... 438
Map Lights ................................................ 188
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 423
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 108
Mirrors ...................................................... 177
Adjusting ................................................ 177
Door ....................................................... 178
Exterior ................................................... 178
Interior Rearview ..................................... 177
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Index
Modifications (and Accessories).............. 570
Moonroof ................................................. 162
MP3 ................................................... 231, 287
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 501
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 622
O
Odometer......................................... 110, 116
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 526
Adding ................................................... 529
Checking ................................................ 527
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ................................... 513, 518
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 603
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 526
Viscosity.................................................. 526
Open Source Licenses .............................. 326
Opening Trunk ...................................................... 615
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 525
Moonroof ............................................... 162
Power Windows...................................... 159
Trunk ...................................................... 153
Outside Temperature Display ......... 112, 118
Overheating ............................................. 601
P
Pandora®................................................... 285
Panic Mode ............................................... 158
Parking ...................................................... 500
Parking Brake ........................................... 484
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ............................................. 77, 606
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
(Red) .......................................... 76, 605, 606
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 58
Passing Indicators ..................................... 168
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 234, 290
Power Windows ........................................ 159
Precautions While Driving
Rain ......................................................... 434
Pregnant Women ....................................... 44
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 575
R
Radio (FM/AM).................................. 226, 266
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 270
Radio Data System (RDS) .................. 227, 268
Range ................................................ 111, 117
RDS (Radio Data System) .................. 227, 268
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 625
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 175
Rear Seat Heaters ..................................... 198 Rear Seats (Folding Down)
...................... 185
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 177
Refueling .................................................. 503
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 109
Gasoline .......................... 503, 616, 618, 620
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 81
Regulations ............................... 482, 553, 623
Remote Transmitter ................................. 143
Replacement Battery .................................................... 562
Bulbs ....................................................... 538
Fuses ............................................... 609, 610
Tires ........................................................ 556
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 547
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 624
Resetting a Trip Meter ..................... 110, 116
Rev Indicators ........................................... 121
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 462
On and Off.............................................. 463
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