open hood HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2005 7.G Owners Manual

If the hood latch handle moves
stif f ly, or if you can open the hood
without lifting the handle, the
mechanism should be cleaned and
lubricated.
Put your f ingers under the f ront
edge of the hood near the center.
Slide your hand to the lef t until
you f eel the hood latch handle.
Push this handle up to release it.
Lif t up the hood.
Screw the fuel fill cap back on
until it clicks at least three times.
If you do not properly tighten the
cap, the Malf unction Indicator
Lampmaycomeon(seepage
).
Push the f uel f ill door closed until
it latches.
Park the vehicle, and set the
parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower lef t corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly.
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5. 6. Opening and Closing the Hood
Service Station Procedures
124
HOOD
RELEASE
HANDLE
LATCH
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Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the recommendations in
the maintenance schedule. The oil
and f ilter collect contaminants that
can damage your engine if they are
not removed regularly.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off. Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals given on the maintenance
schedule.
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect your engine’s or transmission’s
perf ormance and durability.
1.2.
Changing the Oil and Filter
Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
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DRAIN BOLT WASHER
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Disconnect the blade assembly
fromthewiperarmbypushingin
the lock tab. Hold the lock tab in
while you push the blade assembly
toward the base of the arm.
Check the condition of the wiper
blades at least every six months.
Replace them if you f ind signs of
cracking in the rubber, areas that are
getting hard, or if they leave streaks
and unwiped areas when used.
Raise the wiper arm of f the
windshield.
This f ilter removes the dust and
pollenthatisbroughtinfromthe
outside through the heating and
cooling system.
Have your dealer replace this filter
every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
under normal conditions. It should
be replaced every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km) if you drive primarily in
urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air, or if
the f low f rom the heating and
cooling system becomes less than
usual.
2.
1.
If equipped with A/C
Wiper Blades
Dust and Pollen Filter
Dust and Pollen Filter, Wiper Blades
176
LOCK TAB
Do not open the hood when the wiper
arms are raised, or you will damage the
hood and wiper arms.
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Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions. Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or f rozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
You cannot start your vehicle with an
automatic transmission by pushing
or pulling it. The numbers in the illustration show
you the order to connect the jumper
cables.
Connect one jumper cable to the
positive ( ) terminal on your
battery. Connect the other end to
the positive ( ) terminal on the
booster battery.
Turn of f all the electrical acces-
sories: heater, A/C, stereo system,
lights, etc. Put the transmission in
Neutral or Park, and set the
parking brake.
3.
1. 2.To Jump Start Your Vehicle:
Jump Starting
196
BOOSTER BATTERY
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyonenearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
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If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn of f the engine.Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (see
on page ).
If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood. If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page
). Add coolant if the level is
below the MIN mark.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake.
Turn of f all accessories, and turn
on the hazard warning indicators.
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5. 6.
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Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
198
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
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Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible and you should
take immediate action.
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see on page).
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209 Charging System Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
200
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0). Make sure the headlights and
all other accessories are off.
Remove the cover f rom the f use
box.
The vehicle’s f uses are contained in
two f use boxes.
The under-hood f use box is in the
engine compartment on the
passenger’s side next to the battery.
To open it, push the tabs as shown.If something electrical in your
vehicle stops working, check f or a
blown f use f irst. Determine f rom the
chart on pages and , or the
diagram on the f use box lid, which
f use or f uses control that device.
Check those f uses f irst, but check all
the f uses bef ore deciding that a
blown f use is the cause. Replace any
blown f uses, and check if the device
works.
The interior f use box is underneath
the steering column. To open it, turn
the knobs as shown. 1. 2.207 208
Fuses
Checking and Replacing Fuses
204
UNDER-HOOD
TAB
INTERIOR
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 170
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 64
Headlights
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Aiming . 170
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Daytime Running Lights . 62
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High Beam Indicator . 55
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Reminder Tone . 62
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 170
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Turning on . 62
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Head Restraints . 75
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Heated Mirrors . 81
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Heating and Cooling . 88 .............
High Altitude, Starting at . 135
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High Beam Lever . 62
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High-mount Brake Light . 174
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Hood, Opening and Closing the . 124
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Horn . 60
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Hydraulic Clutch . 168
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Four-way Flashers . 64
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Front Airbags . 9, 22
Front Seat
......................................
Adjusting . 73
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Airbags . 9, 22
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Fuel . 122
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Economy . 127
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Fill Door and Cap . 123
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Gauge . 58
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Low Fuel Indicator . 56
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Octane Requirement . 122
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Oxygenated . 122
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Tank, Ref ueling . 123
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Fuse Locations . 207
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Fuses, Checking the . 204
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 127
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Gasohol . 122
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Gasoline . 122
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Gauge . 58
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Low Fuel Indicator . 56
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Octane Requirement . 122
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Tank, Ref ueling . 123
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Gas Station Procedures . 123 Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature . 59
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Fuel . 58
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 138
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Manual Transmission . 136
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Glove Box . 84
Gross Axle Weight Rating
.....................................
(GAWR) . 131
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .....................................
(GVWR) . 131 ...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 212
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If the Engine Overheats . 197
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If the Engine Wont Start . 194
Ignition
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Keys . 66
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Switch . 68
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Timing Control System . 220
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Immobilizer System . 67
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicators
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 55
Brake (Parking and Brake
....................................
System) . 55
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Charging System . 54, 200
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Cruise Control . 56
DRL (Daytime Running
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Lights) . 55
Index
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