2020 HONDA CIVIC COUPE battery replacement

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 542
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 543Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 544
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 545
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 551Opening the Hood ........................... 553
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 554
Oil Check ......................................... 555
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 557
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 558
Engine Coolant ................................ 561
Transmission Fluid ............................ 563
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 564
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 565
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 566
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 575Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 578
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 579Tire Labeling .................................... 579DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 581Wear Indicators................................ 583
Tire Service Life ................................ 583 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 584
Tire Rotation .................................... 585
Winter Tires ..................................... 586
Battery ............................................... 588
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 590
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 592CleaningInterior Care .................................... 593
Exterior Care.................................... 595
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 598
Modifications................................... 599
* 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.1Battery
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 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
*, Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow*, Road
Departure Mitigation, Ve hicle Stability Assist® (VSA ®)
system, Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®) OFF, Low Tire
Pressure/TPMS
*, and Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM (CMBSTM) indicators may come on when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
( w*1 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.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE
START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
* 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:
Director,
Light-Duty Vehicle Center,
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
Attention: Warranty Claim
2000 Traverwood Drive,
Ann Arbor, MI 48105;
[email protected]
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Index
Auto High-Beam....................................... 170
Indicator .................................................... 82
Automatic Brake Hold .............................. 527
Indicator ............................................ 78, 527
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ............................................ 78, 527
Automatic Lighting .................................. 167
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 116
Average Speed .......................................... 116
B
Battery....................................................... 588
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 632
Jump Starting .......................................... 626
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 588
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 590
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 194
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 234, 290
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 365, 391
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 72
Brake System ............................................. 524
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 530
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 527
Brake Assist System ................................. 531
Fluid ........................................................ 564
Foot Brake ............................................... 526
Indicator (Amber)............................... 77, 635
Indicator (Red) ........................... 76, 634, 635
Parking Brake .......................................... 524 Braking Pressure Meter
............................ 119
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 176
Built-in Key ............................................... 136
Bulb Replacement .................................... 566
Brake Lights, Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights,
Rear Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up
Lights .................................................... 573
Fog Lights ............................................... 568
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 571
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 570
Headlights ............................................... 566
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 574
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 572
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 574
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 572
Taillight ................................................... 574
Bulb Specifications ........................... 648, 650
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 73
Carrying Cargo ................................. 427, 429
Certification Label .................................... 652
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 566
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 632
Child Safety ................................................. 60
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 152
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 ............................... 595
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 593
Climate Control System ........................... 202
Changing the Mode................ 202, 203, 204
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 206
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 592
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 205
Sensors ................................................... 209
Synchronization Mode ............................ 208
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 202
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 468
Coat Hooks ............................................... 200
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 468
Compact Spare Tire .................. 603, 649, 651
Console Compartment ............................. 193
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping................................................. 441
Fluid ....................................................... 563
Kickdown ............................................... 441
Operating the Shift Lever ................ 443, 445
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 629
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Index
Pregnant Women....................................... 44
Puncture (Tire) ......................................... 603
R
Radio (FM/AM)................................. 226, 266
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 270
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 227, 268
Range ........................................................ 116
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 227, 268
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 655
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 175
Rear Seat Access ....................................... 184
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 185
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 178
Refueling .................................................. 536
Fuel Gauge ............................................. 110
Gasoline ......................... 536, 645, 648, 650
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 82
Regulations .............................. 461, 581, 653
Remote Transmitter ................................. 143
Replacement Battery .................................................... 590
Bulbs ...................................................... 566
Fuses .............................................. 638, 639
Tires........................................................ 584
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 575
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 654
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 115
Rev Indicators ........................................... 120 Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
.......... 517
On and Off .............................................. 518
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, 81
Seat Heaters .............................................. 201
Seats .......................................................... 181
Adjusting ................................................. 181
Front Seats .............................................. 181
Rear Seat Access ...................................... 184
Rear Seats ............................................... 184
Seat Heaters ............................................ 201
Security System ......................................... 153
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 88
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 64
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 219
Setting the Clock ...................................... 134 Shift Lever
........................... 22, 442, 444, 448
Releasing................................................. 629
Won’t Move ............................................ 629
Shift Lever Position Indicator .... 80, 443, 445
Shift Up Backlight/Shift Up Alarm ........... 111
Shifting (Transmission) ............. 442, 444, 448
Side Airbags ................................................ 53
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 55
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 299
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 270
Smart Entry with Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 139
Snow Tires ................................................. 586
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) .............................. 281
Spare Tire .................................. 603, 649, 651
Spark Plugs ....................................... 648, 650
Specifications ............................................ 648
Specified Fuel ........................... 536, 648, 650
Speedometer ............................................ 110
SPORT Mode ............................................. 451
SPORT Mode Indicator ....................... 84, 451
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 49
Starting the Engine .......................... 432, 435
Does Not Start......................................... 623
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 160
Jump Starting .......................................... 626
Steering Wheel Adjusting ................................................ 177
Stopping ................................................... 532
Stopwatch ................................................. 121
Summer Tires ............................................ 587
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