ECU HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2009 8.G Service Manual

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.
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.
Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
f rom the transmission, and wipe it
with a clean cloth.Always use Honda Genuine
ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission
f luid).
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
3.
4.
1.
2.5.
6.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
320
LOWER
MARK
UPPER
MARK
DIPSTICK
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If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certif ication seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ 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.
Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
transmission f iller bolt, and caref ully
f eel inside the bolt hole with your
f inger. The f luid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
starts to run out of the hole. Reinstall
the f iller bolt, and tighten it securely.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the maintenance minder (see page
).
If you are not sure how to add f luid,
contact your dealer. 303
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Manual Transmission Fluid
A utomatic T ransmission Fluid, Manual T ransmission Fluid
Maint enance
321
FILLER BOLT
Correct Level Correct Level
Si
DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX, EX-L FILLER BOLT
Use only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). Do
not mix with other transmission f luids.
Using transmission f luid other than
Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 may cause
deterioration in transmission operation
and durability, and could result in
damage to the transmission.
Damage resulting f rom the use of
transmission f luid other than Honda
Genuine ATF-Z1 is not covered by the
Honda new vehicle warranty.
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To change the driver’s side bulb,
start the engine, turn the steering
wheel all the way to the right, and
turn of f the engine. To change the
passenger’s side bulb, turn the
steering wheel to the lef t. Remove the electrical connectorf rom the bulb by pushing on the
tab to unlock it, then slide the
connector of f the bulb.Remove the bulb f rom the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
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.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to
remove the screw from the inner
f ender, and pull the inner f ender
cover back. Reinstall the inner f ender cover.
Then reinstall the screw and
tighten it securely.
2.
1.
3.4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Lights
L ow Beam Headlight
326
SCREW
BULB
ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
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Remove the bulb f rom the socket
by pushing the bulb in and turning
it counterclockwise until it unlocks.
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.
Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
To change the driver’s side bulb,
start the engine, turn the steering
wheel all the way to the right, and
turn of f the engine. To change the
passenger’s side bulb, turn the
steering wheel to the lef t.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to
remove the screw from the inner
f ender, and pull the inner f ender
cover back.
Reinstall the inner f ender cover.
Then reinstall the screw and
tighten it securely.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
3.
2.
1.
Lights
Replacing the Front Side Marker/
Parking/Turn Signal Light Bulb
Maint enance
327
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Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pushing on the
tab and pulling the connector
down.
Remove the bulb f rom the f og
light assembly by turning it one-
quarter turn counterclockwise.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 f og lights to test the
new bulb.
Reinstall the f og light assembly
into the bumper while setting the
tabs in the bracket. Tighten the
mounting bolts securely.
The license plate has two lights
above it. You can access either of
them from the back of the trunk lid.
If your vehicle has a trunk lining,
these bulbs should be replaced by
your dealer.
6.
7.
8.
4. 5.
3.
Lights
Rear License Plate Light Bulbs
330
ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR TAB
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If your seat belts get dirty, use a sof t
brush with a mixture of mild soap
and warm water to clean them. Do
not use bleach, dye, or cleaning
solvents. Let the belts air-dry bef ore
you use the vehicle.
Remove the socket f rom the light
assembly by turning it one-quarter
turn counterclockwise.
Open the trunk, then remove the
holding clips f rom the cover, and
remove the cover. 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.
Reinstall the cover, and tighten its
holding clips securely.
The high-mount brake light should
be replaced by your dealer.
2.
1. 3.
4.
5.
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On DX, Canadian DX-G, and LX models
OnEX,EX-L,andSimodels
Replacing a High-mount Brake
Light Bulb
Cleaning the Seat Belts
Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts
Maint enance
331
SOCKET LOOP
BULB
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Mount tire chains on your tires when
required by driving conditions or
local laws. Install them only on the
f ront tires.
If you mount snow tires on your
vehicle, make sure they are radial
tires of the same size and load range
as original tires. Mount snow tires on
all f our wheels. The traction
provided by snow tires on dry roads
maybelowerthanyouroriginaltires.
Check with the tire dealer f or
maximum speed recommendations. When installing chains, f ollow the
manuf acturer’s instructions, and
mount them as tight as you can.
Make sure they are not contacting
the brake lines or suspension. Drive
slowly with them installed. If you
hear them coming into contact with
the body or chassis, stop and
investigate. Remove them as soon as
youbegindrivingonclearedroads.Because your vehicle has limited tire
clearance, Honda strongly
recommends using the chains listed
below, made by Security Chain
Company (SCC).
Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain
DX, Canadian DX-G
LX,EX,EX-L,Si
Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain
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Tires
T ire Chains
Snow T ires
Maint enance
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Remove the center cap from the
flat tire.
Tighten the wheel nuts securely in
the same crisscross pattern. Have
the wheel nut torque checked at
the nearest automotive service
f acility.
Tighten the wheel nuts to:
Put on the spare tire. Put the
wheel nuts back on f inger-tight,
then tighten them in a crisscross
pattern with the wheel nut wrench
until the wheel is f irmly against
the hub. Do not try to tighten the
wheel nuts f ully.
Lower the vehicle to the ground,
and remove the jack. 14.
15.
13.
12.
On EX, EX-L and Si models in the U.S.,
andLX,EX-LandSimodelsinCanada
Changing a Flat Tire
354
80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)
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Diagnosing why the engine won’t
start f alls into two areas, depending
on what you hear when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position:You hear nothing, or almost
nothing. The engine’s starter
motor does not operate at all, or
operates very slowly.
You can hear the starter motor
operating normally, or the starter
motor sounds like it is spinning
f aster than normal, but the engine
does not start up and run.
Store the wheel cover or center
cap in the trunk. Make sure it does
not get scratched or damaged.
Lower the trunk f loor, then close
the trunk lid.
Your vehicle’s original tire has a
tire pressure monitoring system
sensor. To replace a tire, ref er to
(see
page ).
Place the flat tire face down in the
spare tire well.
Remove the spacer cone f rom the
wing bolt, turn it over, and put it
back on the bolt.
Securetheflattirebyscrewing
the wing bolt back into its hole.
Store the jack and tools in the tool
kit case. Place the tool kit case in
the center of the flat tire. 20.
21.
22.
16.
17.
18.
19.
298
On all U.S. models
Changing a Flat Tire, If the Engine Won’t Start
If the Engine Won’t Start
Changing a T ire with T PMS
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
355
For normal
tire
WING BOLT
For
compact
spare tire
SPACER CONE
Loose items can fly around the
interiorinacrashandcould
seriously injure the occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools
securely before driving.
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Jacking up the Vehicle .352
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Jack, Tire .351
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Jump Starting .357
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Keys .77
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Label, Certif ication .374
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Lane Change, Signaling .72
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Lap/Shoulder Belts .14,19
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LATCH System .41
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle .374
Ignition
..............................................
Keys .77
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Switch .79
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Timing Control System .386
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Immobilizer System .78
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Important Safety Precautions .6
Indicators
..............
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) .59
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................
System) .58,363
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Charging System .57,361
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Cruise Control .62
...................................
Door Open .63
DRL (Daytime Running
......................................
Lights) .63
.
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .60
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Fog Light .63
...................................
High Beam .63
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Key (Immobilizer System) .59
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Lights On .63
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Low Fuel .64
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Low Oil Pressure .57,361
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Low Tire Pressure .61,296 ..........
Maintenance Minder .60,303
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .362
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REV Limit .61
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Security System .64
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Seat Belt .57
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Side Airbag Of f .58
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SRS .58
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TPMS .61,297
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Trunk Open .63
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning .59
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VSA Activation .62
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VSA System .62
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Washer Level .63
Indicators, Instrument .......................................
Panel .55,57
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Inf ant Restraint .37
Inf ant Seats
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Installing .40
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Tether Anchor Points .45
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Inf lation, Proper Tire .335
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Inf ormation Display .65
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Inside Mirror .106
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Inspection, Tire .338
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Installing a Child Seat .40
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Tether Anchorage Points .45 .............................
Using LATCH .41
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Instrument Panel .3,54
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Instrument Panel Brightness .74
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Instrument and Controls .53
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Interior Lights .113
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Introduction .i
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Index
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