2018 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN brake replacement

uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
428
Driving
■Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your fo ot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Depress the clutch pedal, and shift to on e of the forward gears when facing uphill,
or
(R when facing downhill, then release the brake pedal.
Move the shift lever to
(D, (S, or (L when facing uphill, or (R when facing
downhill, then release the brake pedal.
Manual transmission models
Continuously variable transmission models
1 Hill start assist system
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very steep or slippe ry slope, and
does not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA ® is
switched off.
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
1. Depress the brake pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button
simultaneously.
2. Keeping your right foot on the br ake pedal, put the shift lever in
(D. Select (R
when reversing.
3. With the parking brake is applied, release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal.
u Make sure the parking brake and brake system indicator goes off.
2 Parking Brake P. 484
■Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Depress the clutch pedal, and shift to on e of the forward gears when facing uphill,
or
(R when facing downhill, th en release the brake pedal.
Move the shift lever to
(D, (S, or (L when facing uphill, or (R when facing
downhill, then release the brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive1 Starting to Drive
The engine stops when the sh ift lever is moved out of
(P before the ENGINE START/STOP button is
pressed. Follow step 1 when starting to drive.
You can also release the parking brake by pressing
the electric parking brake sw itch while depressing the
brake pedal.
When facing downhill, you can start your vehicle
more smoothly by manually releasing it with the
electric parking brake switch than by releasing it with
the accelerator pedal.
When the engine was started using the button on
the smart entry remoteContinuously variable transmission models
When the engine was started using the button on the smart entry remote
When the engine was started in any case
1 Hill start assist system
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very steep or slippe ry slope, and
does not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA ® is
switched off.
Manual transmission models
Continuously variable transmission models
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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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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake/clutch* fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch* Fluid P. 536
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 550
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 538
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 547
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the information display
*/driver
information interface*.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 515, 520
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 629
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake/Clutch* Fluid
Maintenance
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
Use the same fluid for bo th the brakes and clutch.
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reserve
tank.
The brake fluid reserve tank is also used for
your vehicle’s clutch flui d. As long as you keep
the brake fluid level as in structed above, there
is no need for checking the clutch fluid level.
Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake/Clutch* Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Honda Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pads as soon as possible.
Reserve Tank
MIN
MAX
Manual transmission models
* Not available on all models
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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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