BULB HONDA CIVIC 2008 8.G Owners Manual

This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it comes on at any other
time, there is a problem with the
ABS. If this happens, have your
vehicle checked at a dealer. With
this indicator on, your vehicle still
has normal braking ability but no
anti-lock f unction. For more
inf ormation, see page .When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
and all turn signals on the outside of
the vehicle f lash.
This indicator comes on brief ly when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position. It will then go of f if
you have inserted a properly-coded
ignition key. If it is not a properly-
coded key, the indicator will blink,
and the engine’s f uel system will be
disabled (see page ).
The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If an indicator does not blink
or blinks rapidly, it usually means
one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see pages and ).
Replace the bulb as soon as possible,
since other drivers cannot see that
you are signaling.
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Anti-lock Brake System
(A BS) Indicator
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning
Indicators
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
and all turn signals on the outside of
the vehicle f lash.If this indicator comes on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position and the parking brake is
released, it means there is a problem
in the circuit. Have your vehicle
checked by your dealer.
This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator also comes on with
reduced brightness when the
daytime running lights (DRL) are on
(see page ).This indicator reminds you that the
exterior lights are on. It comes on
when the light switch is in either the
or position. If you turn the
ignition switch to the ACCESSORY
(I) or the LOCK (0) position without
turning of f the light switch, this
indicator will remain on. A reminder
chime will also sound when you open
the driver’s door and remove the key
from the ignition switch.
The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If an indicator does not blink
or blinks rapidly, it usually means
one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see pages and ).
Replace the bulb as soon as possible,
since other drivers cannot see that
you are signaling.
This indicator comes on if the trunk
lid is not closed tightly.
This indicator comes on if any door
is not closed tightly.
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Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Lights On Indicator
‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Trunk-open Indicator
Door-open Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Your vehicle has halogen headlight
bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle
it by its base, and protect the glass
f rom contact with your skin or hard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alcohol and a clean
cloth.To change the headlight bulb on
the driver’s side, remove the
engine coolant reserve tank by
pulling it out of its holder.
Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk or pull a trailer, readjustment
may be required. Adjustments
should be done by your dealer or
other qualif ied technician.
1.
Headlight A iming Replacing a Headlight Bulb
High Beam Headlight
Lights
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Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
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If youreplacedaheadlightbulbon
the driver’s side, reinstall the
engine coolant reserve tank. To change the bulb on the driver’sside, start the engine, turn the
steering wheel all the way to the
right, then turn off the engine. To
change the bulb on the passenger’s
side, turn the steering wheel to the
lef t.
Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the two holding clips f rom
the inner f ender, and pull the inner
f ender cover back.
Remove the bulb by turning it one-
quarter turn counterclockwise. Push the electrical connector back
onto the bulb. Make sure it is on
all the way.
Insert the new bulb into the hole,
and turn it one-quarter turn
clockwise to lock it in place.
Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.
Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pushing on the
tab and pulling the connector
down.
2. 3.
2.
4. 5.6. 7.
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Lights
L ow Beam Headlight
Maint enance
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TAB HOLDING CLIP
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To change the bulb on the driver’s
side, start the engine, turn the
steering wheel all the way to the
right, then turn off the engine. To
change the bulb on the passenger’s
side, turn the steering wheel to the
lef t.
Reinstall the inner f ender cover.
Then reinstall the holding clips,
andlocktheminplacebypushing
on their centers.
Insert the new bulb into the hole,
and turn it one-quarter turn
clockwise to lock it in place.
Push the electrical connector back
onto the bulb. Make sure it is on
all the way.
Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.
Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pushing on the
tab and pulling the connector
down.
Remove the bulb by turning it one-
quarter turn counterclockwise. 5. 6.
1.
7. 8.
3. 4.
Lights
Replacing the Front Side Marker/
Parking/Turn Signal Light Bulb
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TAB HOLDING CLIP
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Open the trunk.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the two holding clips f rom
the inner f ender, and pull the inner
f ender cover back. Remove the bulb f rom the socket
by pushing the bulb in and turning
it counterclockwise until it unlocks.
Remove the screw from the center
of each f astener on the side of the
trunk lining. Pull the lining back.
Determine which of the f our bulbs
is burned out: stop/taillight, back-
up light, turn signal, or side
marker.
Install the new bulb in the socket.
Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Test the lights to make sure the
new bulb is working.
Reinstall the inner f ender cover.
Then reinstall the holding clips,
andlocktheminplacebypushing
on their centers.
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4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
3.
2.
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Replacing Rear Bulbs
(In Fenders)
Lights
Maint enance
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Open the trunk.
Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Reinstall the socket into the light
assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks. Put the f asteners into the holes on
the side of the trunk lining.
Reinstall the screws.
Reinstall the trunk lining. Make
sure it is installed under the edge
of the trunk seal.
Test the lights to make sure the
new bulb is working.
Remove the screw from the center
of each f astener on the trunk lid
trim. Pull the trim back.
1. 2.
4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
3.
On all EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and
Si models
Lights
Replacing Rear Bulbs
(in T runk L id)
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BULBS
SOCKETS SOCKETS
BULB
FASTENERS
BULB
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Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.Open the trunk, and remove the
socket f rom the light assembly by
turning it one-quarter turn counter-
clockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Reinstall the socket. Turn it
clockwise until it locks. Make sure
the new bulb is working.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Insert the socket back into the
light assembly. Turn it clockwise
to lock it in place.
Test the lights to make sure the
new bulb is working.
Put the f asteners into the holes on
the trunk lid trim. Reinstall the
screws.
Push the trunk lid trim back into
position.
2.
1. 3.
4. 5.6. 7. 8.
3.
On all EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and
Si models
Lights
Replacing a High-mount Brake
Light Bulb
Maint enance
249
BULB
SOCKET
BULB
SOCKET
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Accessories and Modif ications . 189
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.......................................
Position) . 78
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Accessory Power Socket . 106
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Active Head Restraints . 94
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Additives, Engine Oil . 233
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Airbag (SRS) . 9, 21
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Airbags, Additional Information . 21
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Additional Safety Precautions . 32
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AdvancedAirbagSystem .26
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Airbag Service . 31
How the Passenger Airbag Of f
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Indicator Works . 30
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works . 30
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 29
How Your Front Airbags
.........................................
Work . 24
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 27
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
.........................................
Work . 29
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SRS Components . 21
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Air Conditioning System . 108
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Air Pressure, Tires . 255 ......................................
Antif reeze . 236
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator . 60, 208
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Operation . 208
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 173
Anti-thef t Steering Column
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Lock . 78
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Armrest . 95
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Audio System . 112
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 81
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Auto Door Locking . 81
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Auto Door Unlocking . 83
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
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Automatic Speed Control . 176
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Automatic Transmission . 202
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Capacity, Fluid . 293
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Checking Fluid Level . 240
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Shif ting . 202
Shif t Lever Position
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Indicators . 202
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Shif t Lever Positions . 203
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Shif t Lock Release . 205
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Auxiliary Input Jack . 172 Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 65, 277
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Jump Starting . 273
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Maintenance . 262
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Specif ications . 294
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Bef ore Driving . 179
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Belts,Seat .8,18
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Beverage Holders . 106
Brakes
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Anti-lock System (ABS) . 208
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Break-in, New Linings . 180
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Bulb Replacement . 247
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Fluid . 242
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Pad Wear Indicators . 207
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Parking . 103
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System Indicator . 59, 279
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Braking System . 207
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 180
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 73
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Brights, Headlights . 72
Index
A B
INDEX
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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights . 247
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Brake Lights . 247
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Front Side Marker Lights . 246
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Front Turn Signal Lights . 246
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Headlights . 244, 245
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High-mount Brake Light . 249
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Parking Lights . 246
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Rear Side Marker Lights . 247
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Rear Turn Signal Lights . 247
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Specif ications . 293
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Bulbs, Halogen . 244 ...............
DANGER, Explanation of . iii
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Dashboard . 3, 56
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Daytime Running Lights . 73
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 308
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Def og and Def rost . 111
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 74
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Def rosting the Windows . 111
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Dimensions . 292
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Dimming the Headlights . 72
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission . 240
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Engine Oil . 183
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Directional Signals . 72
Disc Brake Pad Wear
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Indicators . 207
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Disc Player . 124, 144
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Display Change Button . 66
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Disposal of Used Oil . 236
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Card, PC . 153
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Capacities Chart . 293
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 51
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Carrying Cargo . 191
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CAUTION, Explanation of . iii
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CD Player . 124, 144
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Ceiling Light . 104
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Certif ication Label . 290
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Chains . 261
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Changing a Flat Tire . 267 Changing Oil
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How to . 234
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When to . 223
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Charging System Indicator . 65, 277
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 68
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 197
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Child Saf ety . 33
Child Seats
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LATCH Anchor System . 42
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Lower Anchors . 42
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Tether Anchor Points . 45
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Childproof Door Locks . 80
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Clock, Setting the . 174
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Clutch Fluid . 243
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CO in the Exhaust . 300
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 198
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Compact Spare . 266
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Console Compartment . 106
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Consumer Inf ormation . 306
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Controls, Instruments and . 55
Coolant
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Adding . 236
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Checking . 185
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Proper Solution . 236
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Temperature Gauge . 67 Crankcase Emissions Control
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System . 300
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Cruise Control Operation . 176
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Customer Service Inf ormation . 306
Index
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