2021 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK Owner's Manual (in English)

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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
Make sure the parking brake is released. If you
cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must
be transported by the flat bed equipment.
2 Parking Brake P. 549
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Handling the Unexpected
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.1.Open the hatch.
2. Open the cargo floor lid.
2. Pull the strap on the cargo area floor lid and
open the lid.
3. Turn and pull the tab to open the
compartment cover located on the left side
of the cargo area.
4. Pull the release cord toward you.
u The release cord unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
■What to Do If Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Release CordModels with tool case
Models with tool bag
All models
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Handling the Unexpected
If You Cannot Open the Hatch
If you cannot open the hatch, use the following procedure.
1.Use a flat-tip screwdriver and remove the
cover on the back of the hatch.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
2. To open the hatch, push the hatch while
sliding the lever with the flat-tip
screwdriver.
■What to Do If Unable to Open the Hatch1If You Cannot Open the Hatch
Following up:
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
When you open the hatch fr om inside, make sure
there is enough space around the hatch, and it does
not hit anyone or any object.
Cover
Lever
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Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel pr ovided with your vehicle.
1.Turn off the engine.
2. Press on the edge of the fuel fill door to
make it pop up slightly.
u The fuel fill door opens.
3. Take the funnel out of the cargo area.
2 Types of Tools P. 634
4.Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
5. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
6. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
7. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel system.
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel
tank with foreign objects. This can damage the fuel
system and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuel.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Funnel
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle's specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications.................................... 684
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, and Transmission
Number ......................................... 686
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 687
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 688Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 689
Warranty Coverages ........................ 692
Authorized Manuals ......................... 695
Customer Service Information ......... 696
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: 1.5 L engine models
*2: 2.0 L engine models
ModelCivic*1
Civic TYPE R*2
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
*1
2*2
Total 5*1
4*2
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
■
Air Conditioning
■ Engine Specifications
*1: 1.5 L engine models
*2: 2.0 L engine models
■Fuel
*1: Models without 18 or 20 inch wheels
*2: Models with 18 or 20 inch wheels
■Washer Fluid
*1: 1.5 L engine models
*2: 2.0 L engine models
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant TypeRL85HM (POE)
Quantity 4.70 – 6.28 cu-in (77 – 103 ml)
Displacement91.38 cu-in (1,498 cm3)*1
121.76 cu-in (1,996 cm3)*2
Spark Plugs NGK ILZKAR8H8S
Type
Unleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher*1
Unleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher*2
Fuel Tank Capacity 12.39 US gal (46.9 L)
Tank CapacityU.S.:2.6 US qt (2.5 L)*1
3.2 US qt (3.0 L)*2
Canada:4.8 US qt (4.5 L)*1
3.2 US qt (3.0 L)*2
■ Light Bulbs
*1: Models with halogen headlights
*2: Models with LED headlights
*3: Models with halogen fog lights
*4: Models with LED fog lights
Headlights (Low Beam)55 W (H11)*1
LED*2
Headlights (High Beam) 60 W (HB3)*1
LED*2
Fog Lights*35 W (H8)*3
LED*4
Parking/Daytime Running Lights LEDFront Side Marker Lights3 W
Front Turn Signal Lights 21 W (Amber)*1
LED*2
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)*LED
Brake Lights 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21 W (Amber)
Taillights/Rear Side Marker Lights LED
Back-Up Lights16 W
Taillights LED
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light LED
Interior LightsMap Lights8 WCeiling Light8 WVanity Mirror Lights*2 WCenter Pocket Lights* LEDGlove Box Light3.4 WCargo Area Light5 W
* Not available on all models
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
■ Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid
*
■ Manual Transmi ssion Fluid*
*1: 1.5 L engine models
*2: 2.0 L engine models
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda HCF-2
Capacity Change 3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
SpecifiedHonda MTF
Capacity Change 2.0 US qt (1.9 L)*1
2.3 US qt (2.2 L)*2
■
Engine Oil
*1: 1.5 L engine models
*2: 2.0 L engine models
■Engine Coolant
*1: Models with continuously variable transmission
*2: Models with manual transmission
Recommended·Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change
3.4 US qt (3.2 L)
*1
5.3 US qt (5.0 L)*2
Change
including
filter3.7 US qt (3.5 L)*1
5.7 US qt (5.4 L)*2
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.30 US gal (4.92 L)*1
(change including the remaining
0.15 US gal (0.58 L) in the reserve tank)
1.28 US gal (4.84 L)
*2
(change including the remaining
0.15 US gal (0.58 L) in the reserve tank)
1.26 US gal (4.64 L)
(change including the remaining
0.20 US gal (0.75 L) in the reserve tank)
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
■ Tire
*1: Models with 16 inch wheel
*2: Models with 17 inch wheel
*3: 1.5 L engine models with 18 inch wheel
*4: 2.0 L engine models with 18 inch wheel
*5: Models with 20 inch wheel
*6: 2.0 L engine models with optional compact spare tire
Regular
Size
215/55R16 93H*1
215/50R17 91H*2
235/40R18 91W*3
235/40R18 95Y*4
245/30ZR20 90Y*5
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
Front32 (220 [2.2])*1, *2
35 (240 [2.4])*3, *4, *5
Rear32 (220 [2.2])*1, *2
33 (230 [2.3])*3, *4, *5
Compact
Spare Size
T125/80D16 97M
*1, *2
T125/70D17 98M*3
T125/70R18 99M*6
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
16 x 7J*1
17 x 7J*2
18 x 8J*3, *4
20 x 8 1/2J*5
Compact Spare16 x 4T*1, *2
17 x 4T*3
18 x 4T*6
* Not available on all models
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Information
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number,
and Transmission Number
Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (V IN) used to register your
vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
The locations of your vehicle’s VIN, en gine number, and transmission number are
shown as follows.
1 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, and
Transmission Number
The interior vehicle identification number (VIN) is
located under the cover.
Vehicle Identification Number
Engine Number
Certification Label/
Vehicle Identification
Number
Continuously Variable
Transmission Number
Manual Transmission
Number
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Engine Number
Manual Transmission
Number
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