check engine HONDA CIVIC 2001 7.G User Guide

This section also includes
Maintenance Schedules f or normal
driving and severe driving conditions,
a Maintenance Record, and instruc-
tions f or simple maintenance tasks
you may want to take care of
yourself .
If you have the skills and tools to per-
f orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your Honda, you may want
to purchase the Service Manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your Honda
dealer.
This section explains why it is
important to keep your car well
maintained and to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.
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Maintenance Saf ety . 192
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Important Safety Precautions . 193
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Maintenance Schedule . 194 ....................
Maintenance Record . 201
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 203
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Fluid Locations . 204
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Engine Oil . 205
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Adding Oil . 205
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Recommended Oil . 205
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Synthetic Oil . 205
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Additives . 205
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Changing the Oil and Filter . 207
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Cooling System . 209
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Adding Engine Coolant . 209
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Replacing Engine Coolant . 211
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Windshield Washers . 215
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Transmission Fluid . 216
Automatic .........................
Transmission . 216
5-speed Manual
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Transmission . 217
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Brake and Clutch Fluid . 218
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Brake System . 218
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Clutch System . 219
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Power Steering . 220
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Air Cleaner Element . 221
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Hood Latch . 222
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Spark Plugs . 223
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Replacement . 223 ............................
Specif ications . 225
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Battery . 226
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Wiper Blades . 228
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Air Conditioning System . 230
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Air Conditioning Filter . 231
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Drive Belts . 233
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Timing Belt . 233
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Tires . 234
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Inf lation . 234
Recommended Tire Pressures ...........
f or Normal Driving . 235
Tire Pressure Adjustment f or ..........
High Speed Driving . 235
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Inspection . 236
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Maintenance . 236
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Tire Rotation . 237
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Replacing Tires and Wheels . 238
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Wheels and Tires . 239
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Winter Driving . 239
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Snow Tires . 239
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Traction Devices . 240
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Lights . 241
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Headlight Aiming . 243
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Replacing Bulbs . 243
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Storing Your Car . 251
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Maintenance
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196 Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first. miles x
1,000
km x 1,000
months 1016
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112 110176
Service the following items at the recommended intervalsEvery 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km)
Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km) or 84 months
At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 120 months,
then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 60 months Every 36 months
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4064 80
128 100160
6096
3048 90
144 120192
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page .
See Air Conditioning Filter on page for replacement information under special driving conditions.
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month)
Replace engine oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Visually inspect the following items:
Tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots, Suspension components
Driveshaft boots, Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Cooling system hoses and connectionsExhaust system, Fuel lines and connections
Inspect and adjust drive belts
Replace air conditioning filter
Replace transmission fluid
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace timing belt, and inspect water pump
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid 24 48 72
12 36 60
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U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
A B C DE
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first.
Refer to page to determine which schedule to use.Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
10,000 mil/16,000 km/1 yr
20,000 mil/32,000 km/1 yr
30,000 mil/48,000 km/2 yrs
40,000 mil/64,000 km/2 yrs
50,000 mil/80,000 km/3 yrs
60,000 mil/96,000 km/3 yrs
70,000 mil/112,000 km/4 yrs
80,000 mil/128,000 km/4 yrs
90,000 mil/144,000 km/5 yrs
100,000 mil/160,000 km/5 yrs
110,000 mil/176,000 km
110,000 mil/176,000 km/6 yrs
110,000 mil/176,000 km/7 yrs
120,000 mil/192,000 km/6 yrs
120,000 mil/192,000 km/10 yrs Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 237 ).
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check
for leaks.
Inspect cooling system hoses and connections.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Inspect and adjust drive belts.
Replace air conditioning filter .
Replace air cleaner element every 30,000 mi/48,000
km (independent of time).
Replace brake fluid every 3 years (independent ofmileage).
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
DoitemsinA,C,D.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A, E.
DoitemsinA,B,C,D.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
DoitemsinA,C,D.
Do items in A, B.
Inspect valve clearance, cold engine.
Replace spark plugs.
Do items in A, E. Replace timing belt, inspect water pump.
Inspect idle speed.
Replace transmission fluid (MT, AT).
DoitemsinA,B,C,D. Replace engine coolant.
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See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last
column, page .
See Air Conditioning Filter on page for replacement
information under special driving conditions.
Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.
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Maint enance
198 Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first. miles x
1,000
km x 1,000
months Replace every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months
Service the following items at the recommended intervals
Every 36 months
At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 120 months,
then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 60 months Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km) or 84 months
Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km)
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) in dusty conditions,
otherwise use normal schedule
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112 80
128 90
144 100160110176120192
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page .
See Air Conditioning Filter on page for replacement information under special driving conditions.
See timing belt on page to determine need for replacement.
Replace engine oil and filter
Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month)
Inspect front and rear brakes
Lubricate locks and hinges
Visually inspect the following items:
Tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots, Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Check parking brake adjustment
Visually inspect the following items: Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Cooling system hoses and connectionsExhaust system, Fuel lines and connections
Lights and controls, Vehicle underbody
Inspect and adjust drive belts
Replace air conditioning filter
Replace transmission fluid
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace timing belt , and inspect water pump
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid 24 48 72
12 36 60
MT AT
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Maint enance199
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
AB C D EF
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first.
Refer to page to determine which schedule to use.Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A, E.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,D,E.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
DoitemsinA,E,F.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.Replace transmission fluid (MT, AT).
DoitemsinA,B,C,D,E.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A, E.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A. Replace transmission fluid (AT).
DoitemsinA,B,D,E. Replace engine oil and filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 237 ).
Lubricate all hinges, locks, and latches with
multipurpose grease.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check
for leaks.
Inspect cooling system hoses and connections.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Check all lights.
Inspect the underbody.
Inspect and adjust drive belts.
Replace air conditioning filter .
Replace air cleaner element every 15,000 mi/
24,000 km (independent of time).
Replace brake fluid every 3 years (independent ofmileage).
5,000 mil/8,000 km/6 mos
10,000 mil/16,000 km/1 yr
15,000 mil/24,000 km/1-½ yrs
20,000 mil/32,000 km/1 yr
25,000 mil/40,000 km/2 yrs
30,000 mil/48,000 km/2 yrs
35,000 mil/56,000 km/2-½ yrs
40,000 mil/64,000 km/2 yrs
45,000 mil/72,000 km/3 yrs
50,000 mil/80,000 km/3 yrs
55,000 mil/88,000 km/3-½ yrs
60,000 mil/96,000 km/3 yrs
65,000 mil/104,000 km/4 yrs
70,000 mil/112,000 km/4 yrs
75,000 mil/120,000 km/4-½ yrs
80,000 mil/128,000 km/4 yrs
85,000 mil/136,000 km/5 yrs
90,000 mil/144,000 km/5 yrs
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200 See timing belt on page to determine need for replacement.
Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy. See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last
column, page .
See Air Conditioning Filter on page for replacement
information under special driving conditions.
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95,000 mi/152,000 km/5-½ yrs
100,000 mi/160,000 km/5 yrs
105,000 mi/168,000 km/6 yrs
110,000 mi/176,000 km
110,000 mi/176,000 km/6 yrs
110,000 mi/176,000 km/7 yrs
115,000 mi/184,000 km/6-½ yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
DoitemsinA,E,F
Inspect valve clearance, cold engine.
Replace spark plugs.
Do items in A, B. Replace timing belt , inspect water pump.
Inspect idle speed.
Do items in A. Replace transmission fluid (MT, AT).
DoitemsinA,B,C,D,E. Replace engine coolant. 2
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Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
youfillthefueltank.Seepage .
Windshield washer f luid Check
the level in the reservoir monthly.
If weather conditions cause you to
use the washers f requently, check
the reservoir each time you stop
f or f uel. See page .
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the page given.
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate lights monthly. See
page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page
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Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page . 164
165
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216 218 234
241
Owner Maintenance Checks
Maint enance 203

To add oil, unscrew and remove the
engine oil f ill cap on top of the valve
cover. Pour in the oil, and install the
engine oil f ill cap. Tighten it securely.
Wait a f ew minutes and recheck the
oil level. Do not f ill above the upper
mark; you could damage the engine.Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 5W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Make sure the API Certif ication Seal
says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
Genuine Honda Motor Oil is the
pref erred 5W-20 lubricant f or your
vehicle. It is highly recommended
that you use genuine Honda Motor
Oil in your vehicle f or optimum
engine protection.
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Recommended Oil
A dding Oil
Engine Oil
Maint enance 205
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Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten it to:Replace the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator light should go out within
f ive seconds. If it does not, turn of f
the engine and reinspect your
work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes and check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Turn of f the engine, let it sit f or
several minutes, then check the oil
level. If necessary, add oil to bring
the level to the upper mark on the
dipstick.
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
5. 6.
7. 8. 9.
(U.S.: DX, LX, Canada: DX, LX)
(U.S.: EX)
(U.S.: DX, LX, Canada: DX, LX)
(U.S.: EX)
Engine Oil
Maint enance
208 33 lbf·ft (44 N·m , 4.5 kgf·m)
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
3.4 US qt (3.2
, 2.8 Imp qt)
3.7 US qt (3.5
, 3.1 Imp qt) Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.

If the coolant level in the reserve
tank is at or below the MIN line, add
coolant to bring it up to the MAX line.
Inspect the cooling system f or leaks.
This coolant should always be a
mixtureof 50percentantifreezeand
50 percent water. Never add straight
antif reeze or plain water.If the reserve tank is completely
empty, you should also check the
coolant level in the radiator.
Make sure the engine and radiator
are cool.
This coolant is pre-mixed with 50
percent antif reeze and 50 percent
water. It does not require any
additional mixing. If it is not available,
you may use another major-brand
non-silicate coolant as a temporary
replacement. Make sure it is a high-
quality coolant recommended f or
aluminum engines. However,
continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion,
causing the cooling system to
malf unction or f ail. Have the cooling
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda antif reeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
Always use genuine Honda All
Season Antif reeze/Coolant Type 2.
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A dding Engine Coolant
Cooling Syst em
Maint enance209
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Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.