radiator HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2011 8.G Owners Manual

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These labels are in the locations
shown. They warn you of potential
hazards that could cause serious
injury or death. Read these labels
caref ully.
If a label comes of f or becomes hard
to read (except for the U.S.
dashboard label which may be
removed by the owner), contact your
dealer f or a replacement.U.S. models
U.S. models only
Canadian models
Saf ety L abels
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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SUN VISOR
DASHBOARD
RADIATOR CAP
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Look at the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
it is below the MIN line, seeon page f or
inf ormation on adding the proper
coolant. Refer to
on page f or inf ormation
about checking other items on your
vehicle.
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A dding
Engine Coolant Owner’s Maintenance
Checks
Engine Coolant Check
Service Station Procedures
Bef ore Driving
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RESERVE TANK
SiRESERVE TANK
MAX
MIN
MAX
MIN
DX, DX-G, LX, SE, EX, EX-L
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However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
person who is skilled in this type of
automotive service. Make sure to
have the service f acility or person
reset the display as previously
described. Keep all receipts as proof
of completion, and have the person
who does the work f ill out your
Honda Service History or Canadian
Maintenance Log. Check your
warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
We recommend using Honda parts
and fluids whenever you have
maintenance done. These are
manuf actured to the same high
quality standards as the original
components, so you can be conf ident
of their perf ormance and durability. U.S. Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the
inf ormation display.
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page . Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page
.
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
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312
Maintenance Minder
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
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Fluid Locations
DX, LX, EX, EX-L, in the U.S., and DX-G, SE, EX, EX-L in the Canada
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RADIATOR CAP
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange handle)
BRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
CLUTCH FLUID
(Manual
transmission only)
(Light gray cap)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
: Except for Canadian DX-G with manual transmission POWER STEERING FLUID
(Red cap)
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Fluid Locations
Si model
Maint enance
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ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
CLUTCH FLUID
(Light gray cap)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
RADIATOR CAP
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange handle)
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
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If Honda antif reeze/coolant is not
available, you may use another
major-brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporaryreplacement.Makesureit
is a high-quality coolant
recommended f or aluminum engines.
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.Make sure the engine and radiator
are cool.
Relieve any pressure in the cooling
system by turning the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without
pressing down.
If the reserve tank is completely
empty, you should also check the
coolant level in the radiator.
1. 2.
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Engine Coolant
Maint enance
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RADIATOR CAP
DX, DX-G, LX, SE, EX, EX-L
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.
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Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it to half way between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components.
The coolant level should be up to
the base of the f iller neck. Add
coolant if it is low.
Pourthecoolantslowlyand
caref ully so you do not spill any.
Clean up any spill immediately; it
could damage components in the
engine compartment.
Put the radiator cap back on, and
tighten it fully.
Remove the radiator cap by
pushing down and turning
counterclockwise.
3.
4. 5.6.
Engine Coolant
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SiRESERVE TANK
RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK
DX, DX-G, LX, SE, EX, EX-L
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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 ATF DW-1
(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
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LOWER
MARK
UPPER
MARK
DIPSTICK
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Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and check
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (seeon page ).
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 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. Start the engine, and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum heat. Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the f iller
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the reading
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge, or lower,
bef ore checking the radiator.
7. 8. 9.
3. 4. 5. 6. 10. 11.
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Emergency
Towing
Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
348
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.
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Parking Lights . 74, 316
Parking Over Things that
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Burn . 278, 375
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Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator . 30
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PC Card . 181
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PC Card Error Messages . 193
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PGM-FI System . 374
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Pollen Filter . 321
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Power Door Locks . 83
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Power Socket Locations . 110, 112
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Power Steering Fluid . 311
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Power Windows . 104
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 16
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Preparing to Drive . 269
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
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Additional Safety Precautions . 16
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 16
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Protecting Children . 33
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General Guideline . 33
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Installing a Child Seat . 41
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Protecting Inf ants . 38
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Protecting Larger Children . 48
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Protecting Small Children . 39
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Selecting a Child Seat . 40
Using Child Seats with
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Tethers . 46 .............................
Using LATCH . 42
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Radiator Overheating . 347
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Radio/Disc Sound System . 124
Radio/Disc/PC Card/USB Sound
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System . 159
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Radio, XM
. 129, 163
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Recommended Tire Pressures . 325
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Radio Thef t Protection . 221
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Readiness Codes . 350, 376
Rear Lights, Bulb
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Replacement . 316
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Rear Seat Access . 96
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Rear Seat, Folding . 101
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Rearview Mirror . 108
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Rear Window Def ogger . 77
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Reclining the Seat-backs . 95
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Recommended Shif t Speeds . 272
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Ref ueling . 253
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Reminder Indicators . 57, 59
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Remote Audio Controls . 219
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Remote Transmitter . 89
Replacement Inf ormation
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 321 ................
Engine Oil and Filter . 302
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Fuses . 352
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Light Bulbs . 312
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Maintenance Minder . 291
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Spark Plugs . 364
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Tires and Wheels . 330
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Wiper Blades . 321
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash . 20
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Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 382
Reserve Tank, Engine
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Coolant . 257, 304
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Restraint, Child . 33
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Reverse Gear Position . 275
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Reverse Lockout . 273
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Rotation, Tire . 328
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Saf ety Belts . 8, 18
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 382
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Saf ety Features . 7
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Airbags . 9
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Seat Belts . 8
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