transmission oil HONDA CIVIC 2022 Owners Manual

uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
438
Driving
■To stop the engine1Remote Engine Start*
The engine may not start by the remote engine start
if:
•You have disabled a remo te engine start setting
using the driver information interface or audio/
information screen. 2Settings P. 126
2 Customized Features P. 363
•The power mode is not in VEHICLE OFF.
•The transmission is in a position other than (P.•The hood is open, or any door or the trunk is
unlocked.
•You have already used the remote twice to start
the engine.
•Another registered remote key is in the vehicle.
•There is any antenna failure.•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The engine oil pressure is low.
•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.
•The security system alarm is not set.Press and hold the
button for one
second.
Go within the range,
and try again.
The exterior lights flash once if the engine stops successfully.
The exterior lights will not flash when the remote is out of
the keyless access system range.
The engine will not stop.
* Not available on all models

uuWhen Driving uContinuously Variable Transmission
442
Driving
Continuously Variable Transmission
When the engine runs at higher idle speeds, the creeping force increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower ratio, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed.
Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, es pecially on slippery roads and curves.
1Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the under spoiler:
•Parking the vehicle by a parking block
•Parallel parking along the road shoulder•Driving towards the bottom of a hill
•Driving up or down to a different surface level
(such as a road shoulder)
•Driving on a rutted or bumpy road
•Driving on a road with potholes
■Creeping
■Kickdown

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Driving
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped
1.Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. With the brake pedal depressed, pull up th e electric parking brake switch slowly,
but fully.
3. Put the transmission into
(P.
4. Turn off the engine.
u The parking brake and brake system indicator (red) goes off in about 30
seconds.
1Parking Your Vehicle
3WARNING
The vehicle can roll aw ay if left unattended
without confirming that Park is engaged.
A vehicle that rolls away could cause a crash
resulting in seriou s injury or death.
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal
until you have confirmed that
( P is shown
on the shift posi tion indicator.
1When Stopped
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the transmission:•Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.
•Holding the vehicle in place when facing uphill by
depressing the accelerator pedal.
•Putting the transmission into ( P before the vehicle
stops completely.
Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.

581
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 582
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 583Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 584
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 585
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .... 595Opening the Hood ........................... 597
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 598
Oil Check ......................................... 599
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 601
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 602
Engine Coolant ................................ 605
Transmission Fluid ............................ 607
Brake Fluid ....................................... 608
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 609
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 610
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 615Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 617
Tire and Loading Information Label ... 618
Tire Labeling .................................... 618
DOT Tire Quality Gradi ng (U.S. Vehicles) .... 620Wear Indicators................................ 622
Tire Service Life ................................ 622 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 623
Tire Rotation .................................... 624
Winter Tires ..................................... 625
Battery ............................................... 627
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Remote Battery .......... 629
Climate Control System Maintenance .... 630Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 631
Exterior Care.................................... 633
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 636
Modifications................................... 637

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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 685.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA®)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Exhaust system
#
•Fuel lines and connections#*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
every 25,000 miles (40,000 km).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*5

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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 9, 1, 2, or 3
if they are noisy.
Canadian models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
every 40,000 km (25,000 miles).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 687.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
0●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*5
9●Service front and rear brakes●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA ®)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Exhaust system
#
•Fuel lines and connections#

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uuSpecifications u
Continued
Information
■
Brake Fluid
■ Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda HCF-2
Capacity Change 3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.4 US qt (3.2 L)
Change
including
filter
3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.51 US gal (5.72 L)
(change including the remaining
0.17 US gal (0.65 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Models with 17 inch wheel
*2: Models with 18 inch wheel
Regular
Size215/50R17 91H*1
235/40R18 91W*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
Front
33 (230 [2.3])*1
33 (225 [2.25])*2
Rear
33 (230 [2.3])*1
32 (220 [2.2])*2
Compact
Spare Size
T125/80D16 97M
*1
T125/85D16 99M*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7J*1
18 x 8J*2
Compact Spare16 x 4T

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uuSpecifications u
Information
■
Brake Fluid
■ Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda HCF-2
Capacity Change 2.9 US qt (2.7 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
Change
including
filter
4.4 US qt (4.2 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.56 US gal (5.90 L)
(change including the remaining
0.17 US gal (0.65 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Models with 16 inch wheel
*2: Models with 18 inch wheel
Regular
Size215/55R16 93H*1
235/40R18 91W*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])Front32 (220 [2.2])*1
33 (225 [2.25])*2
Rear32 (220 [2.2])*1, *2
Compact
Spare Size
T125/80D16 97M
*1
T125/85D16 99M*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular16 x 7J*1
18 x 8J*2
Compact Spare16 x 4T

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Index
Continuously Variable TransmissionCreeping ................................................. 442
Fluid ........................................................ 607
Kickdown ................................................ 442
Operating the Shift Lever ........... 26, 444, 446
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 655
Shifting............................................ 443, 445
Controls ..................................................... 153
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 605
Adding the Coolant ................................. 605
Overheating............................................. 656
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) ........................................... 442
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 569
Cup Holders ............................................... 211
Customer Service Information ................. 689
Customize Display ..................... 124, 136, 151
Customized Features ................ 126, 355, 363
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 186
Dead Battery ............................................. 652
Defaulting All the Settings .............. 362, 385
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 224
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 681
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 183
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 196
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 599 Directional Signals (Turn Signal)
............. 182
Display Setup .................................... 239, 281
Door Mirrors ............................................. 197
Doors ......................................................... 156
Auto Door Locking .................................. 169
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 169
Door Open Message.................................. 41
Keys ........................................................ 156
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ...................................... 166
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside ................................... 159
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 620
Drive Mode Switch ................................... 450
Driver Attention Monitor ................ 119, 144
Driver Information Interface ... 113, 135, 138
Switching the Display ...................... 113, 139
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 59
Driving ...................................................... 429
Braking ................................................... 554
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 442
Shifting Position .............................. 443, 445
Starting the Engine.................................. 436
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 630
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 14
ECON Button ............................................ 449
Elapsed Time .................................... 118, 143
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ........................................... 96, 662
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 459
Emergency ................................................ 670
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 651
Emergency Trunk Opener ............... 172, 672
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 683
Engine Coolant .................................................. 605
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 652
Oil .......................................................... 598
Starting................................................... 436
Engine Coolant ........................................ 605
Adding the Coolant ................................ 605
Overheating ............................................ 656
Temperature Gauge ................................ 110
Engine Oil ................................................. 598
Adding ................................................... 601
Checking ................................................ 599
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 586
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ....................... 658
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 598
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 180
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 84
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 633
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 197

693
Index
F
Features.................................................... 229
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 630
Oil .......................................................... 602
Flat Tire ..................................................... 641
Floor Mats ................................................ 632
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 608
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 607
Engine Coolant ....................................... 605
Windshield Washer ................................. 609
FM/AM Radio ................................... 240, 286
Fog Light Indicator .................................... 98
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 201
Foot Brake ................................................ 557
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 54
Front Head Restraints .............................. 204
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 220
Front Seats Adjusting ................................................ 198
Front Wide View Camera ........................ 551
Fuel ..................................................... 28, 575
Average Fuel Economy .................... 116, 141
Economy................................................. 578
Gauge .................................................... 110
Instant Fuel Economy ...................... 116, 141
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 95
Range ............................................. 116, 141
Recommendation.................................... 575
Refueling ........................................ 575, 673 Fuel Economy
............................................ 578
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 28, 576
Fuses .......................................................... 664
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 668
Locations ......................................... 664, 666
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Average Fuel Economy .................... 116, 141
Economy ................................................. 578
Gauge ..................................................... 110
Information ............................................. 575
Instant Fuel Economy ....................... 116, 141
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 95
Refueling ......................................... 575, 673
Gauges ...................................................... 109
Glass (care) ........................................ 631, 634
Glove Box .................................................. 209
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 639
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 389, 409
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History .................................... 401, 419
Automatic Transferring .................... 399, 418
Favorite Contacts ............................. 402, 420
HFL Buttons ..................................... 389, 409
HFL Menus ...................................... 392, 412
HFL Status Display ........................... 391, 411 In Case of Emergency .............................. 426
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 391, 411
Making a Call .................................. 404, 422
Options During a Call ...................... 408, 425
Phone Setup.................................... 394, 414
Receiving a Call ............................... 407, 424
Ring Tone........................................ 399, 418
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 8
HD Radio
TM............................................... 287
Headlights ................................................. 183
Aiming .................................................... 610
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 187
Automatic Operation............................... 184
Dimming ................................................. 183
Operating................................................ 183
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 219
Heaters (Front Seat) ................................. 220
Heaters (Rear Seat) ................................... 221
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)....................... 389, 409
High Beam Indicator .................................. 98
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 440
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 386
Honda App License Agreement .............. 336
Honda Sensing ®................................ 29, 473
HondaLink® ............................................. 310