Honda Civic 5 Owners Manual

							The coolant level should be up to
the MAX line. Add coolant if it is
low.
Pourthecoolantslowlyand
caref ully so you do not spill any.
Clean up any spills immediately; it
could damage components in the
engine compartment.Put the expansion tank cap back
on, and tighten it f ully.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components.
Remove the expansion tank cap by
pushing down and turning
anticlockwise. Make sure the engine and radiator
are cool.
Loosen the expansion tank cap by
turning it 1/8 turn anticlockwise.
This will relieve any remaining
pressure in the cooling system. 2.
3.4.5.
1.
Engine Coolant (Diesel models)
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MAX LINE CAP
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							Check the f luid level in the
windscreen washer reservoir at least
monthly during normal use.
Check the reservoir’s f luid level as
f ollows:
Unf asten the reservoir cap.
Pull up the cap until the tube is
f ully exposed.Check the f luid trace on the tube.
If the f luid level is low, f ill the
reservoir with windscreen washer
f luid.
Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windscreen washer f luid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents f reezing in cold weather.When you ref ill the reservoir, clean
the edges of the windscreen wiper
blades with windscreen washer f luid
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition them.
Do not use engine antif reeze or a
vinegar/water solution in the
windscreen washer reservoir.
Antif reeze can damage your vehicle’s
paint, while a vinegar/water solution
can damage the windscreen washer
pump. Use only commercially-
available windscreen washer f luid.
1.
2.3.
Windscreen Washers
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Petrol models Diesel models
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							Check the f luid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Start the engine, let it run until the
radiator f an comes on, then shut
of f the engine. For accurate
results, wait about 60 seconds (but
no longer than 90 seconds) bef ore
doing step 2.Remove the dipstick and check
the f luid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
f rom the transmission, and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
1.2.
3.
4.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
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DIPSTICK
1.8
engine modelLOWER
MARK UPPER
MARK
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							If the level is below the lower
mark, add f luid into the dipstick
hole to bring it to the level
between the upper and lower
marks.
Pour the f luid slowly and caref ully
so you do not spill any. Clean up
any spill immediately; it could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Always use Honda Genuine
ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission
Fluid).Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
Make sure the rubber cap on the
dipstick f its in the dipstick guide
and that you push the dipstick in
all the way.
Damage resulting f rom the use of
transmission fluid other than Honda
Genuine ATF-Z1 is not covered by
the Honda new vehicle warranty. Using transmission f luid other than
Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 may cause
deteriorationintransmission
operation and durability, and could
result in damage to the transmission. Use only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). Do
not mix with other transmission
f luids. If youarenotsurehowtoaddfluid,
contact your dealer.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the service reminder indication.
On vehicles without service
reminder system, f ollow the
maintenance schedule in the Service
Book that came with your vehicle.
On vehicles without the Service
Book, f ollow the maintenance
schedule in this owner’s manual. 6. 5.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
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							Always use genuine Honda MTF-3
(Manual Transmission Fluid-3). If it
is not available, you may use an API
serviceSJorhighergrademotoroil
with a viscosity of SAE 0W-30 or 0W-
40 as a temporary replacement.
However, motor oil does not contain
the proper additives, and continued
use can cause stif f er shif ting.
Replace as soon as it is convenient. The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance
recommendations in the
maintenance schedule.
Manual T ransmission Fluid
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							The brake f luid reservoir consists of
the two parts: primary and secondary
reservoirs. The secondary reservoir
is behind the primary reservoir.
MAX mark is on the primary
reservoir, and MIN is on the
secondary. Check the f luid level in the
reservoirs monthly.
Brake f luid reservoir
Clutch f luid reservoir
You will also see the symbol ‘‘ ,’’
or this symbol with a ‘‘BRAKE
FLUID LOW’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display when the brake
f luid level is low.
Replace the brake f luid according to
the recommendation in the
maintenance schedule.
Always use genuine Honda Brake
Fluid or an equivalent f rom a sealed
container that is marked DOT3 or
DOT4only.Brakefluidmarked
DOT5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system.The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If the level is at or
below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads. Brake System
Brake and Clutch Fluid
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MIN MAXDiesel models Petrol models
MIN MAX
Manual transmission model is shown.
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							The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If it is not, add
brake f luid to bring it up to that level.
Use the same fluid specified for the
brake system.A low f luid level can indicate a leak
in the clutch system. Have this
system inspected as soon as possible. Clutch System
Brake and Clutch Fluid
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MAX
MINDiesel models
MAX
MIN Petrol models with manual
transmissionPetrol models with i-SHIFT
transmission
MAX
MIN
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							The air cleaner element should be
replaced according to the time and
distance recommendations in the
maintenance schedule.
The air cleaner element should also
be cleaned according to the
maintenance schedule.
Clean the air cleaner element by
blowing compressed air through it in
the opposite direction to normal air
f low. If you do not have access to
compressed air (such as a service
station), ask your dealer to do this
service.
Follow the replacement procedure
for removal and reinstallation.The air cleaner element is inside the
air cleaner housing in the engine
compartment.To replace it:
Unsnap the three (on 1.4
engine
models)orfour(on1.8
engine
models) hold-down clips and
remove the air cleaner housing
cover. 1.
On vehicles with dry type air cleaner
element
CONT INUED
Replacement
Cleaning
A ir Cleaner Element (Petrol models)
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1.4engine model1.8engine modelCLIPS CLIPS
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							Remove the old air cleaner
element.
Caref ully clean the inside of the
air cleaner housing with a damp
rag.Place the new air cleaner element
in the air cleaner housing.Make sure to connect the air
intake tube to the air cleaner
housing.
Reinstall the air cleaner housing
cover, and snap the three (on 1.4
engine models) or f our (on 1.8
engine models) hold-down clips
back into place. 2.
3.4. 5.
6.
A ir Cleaner Element (Petrol models)
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1.4engine model AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
1.8engine model AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
1.8engine model
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							Remove the old air cleaner
element. Unsnap the three holding-clips and
pull up the f ront of the air cleaner
housing cover. To replace it:
The air cleaner element is inside the
air cleaner housing in the engine
compartment.
Reinstall the air cleaner housing
cover, and snap the three holding-
clips securely. Place the new air cleaner element
in the air cleaner housing. Caref ully clean the inside of the
air cleaner housing with a damp
rag. The air cleaner element should be
replaced according to the time and
distance recommendations in the
maintenance schedule.
Follow the replacement procedure
for removal and reinstallation.
1.
2.3.
4.
5. Replacement
A ir Cleaner Element (Diesel models)
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CLIPS
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
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