battery replacement HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2015 9.G Owners Manual
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 338Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 339Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 340
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 341
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 345Opening the Hood ........................... 347
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 348
Oil Check ......................................... 349
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 351Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 352
Engine Coolant ................................ 355
Transmission Fluid ............................ 357
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 358
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 359
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 360Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 370Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 372Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 373Tire Labeling .................................... 373DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 375Wear Indicators................................ 377 Tire Service Life ................................ 377
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 378
Tire Rotation .................................... 379
Winter Tires ..................................... 380
Battery ............................................... 381
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 382
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System
* Maintenance ....... 384
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 385
Exterior Care.................................... 387
* Not available on all models
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381Maintenance
BatteryChecking the Battery
Check the battery terminals for corrosion
monthly.
If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Reactivating the audio system P. 163
•The clock resets.
2 Adjusting the Clock P. 100
•The navigation system
* is disabled.
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
Charging the BatteryDisconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle's electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cab le first, and reconnect it last.
1BatteryWARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessori es contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.When you find corrosion, clean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminal with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Please consult a dealer for more information.
3
WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear protective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
* Not available on all models
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382Maintenance
Remote Transmitter CareReplacing the Button BatteryIf the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.1.Unscrew the cover with a small Phillips-
head screwdriver.
2. Open the remote transmitter.
u Wrap the small flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratching the
transmitter.
3. Remove the button battery with the small
flat-tip screwdriver.
4. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.■
Master Keys with Remote Transmitter
*
1Replacing the Button BatteryNOTICEAn improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always confirm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
Screw
Battery type: CR1620
Battery* Not available on all models
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uuWarranty Coverages u
Information
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from a dealer.
Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the Honda
warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.■Canadian Owners
Please refer to the warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
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434Index
Brake System............................................. 326
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 328
Brake Assist System ................................. 329
Fluid ........................................................ 358
Foot Brake ............................................... 327
Indicator .................................................... 66
Indicator (Amber)....................................... 66
Indicator (Red) ......................................... 411
Parking Brake .......................................... 326
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ................ 66
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 132
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 360
Brake Lights, Taillights, Re ar Side Marker lights,
Back-Up Lights and Rear Turn Signal
Lights..................................................... 367
Fog Lights ................................................ 364
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker
Lights..................................................... 365
Headlights ............................................... 360
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 369
Rear License Plate Light............................ 368
Bulb Specifications ............................ 420, 422CCarbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 62
Carrying Cargo .................................. 293, 295
CD Player ........................................... 171, 194
Center Pocket ............................................ 148
Certification Label .................................... 424
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 360 Charging System Indicator
................. 67, 409
Child Safety ................................................. 50
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 115
Child Seat .................................................... 50
Booster Seats ............................................ 61
Child Seat for Infants................................. 52
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 53
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 57
Larger Children ......................................... 60
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 52
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 54
Using a Tether ........................................... 59
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 387
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 385
Climate Control System ............................ 155
Changing the Mode ................................ 155
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 156
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 384
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 156
Sensors ................................................... 157
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 155
Clock .......................................................... 100
Clutch Fluid ............................................... 358
Coat Hook ................................................. 150
Compact Spare Tire .................. 393, 421, 423
Console Compartment ............................. 147
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping ................................................. 304
Fluid ........................................................ 357 Kickdown ............................................... 304
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 18, 306, 308
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 406
Shifting ........................................... 305, 307
Controls ...................................................... 99
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 355
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 356
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 355
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 70
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 70
Overheating ............................................ 407
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 304
Cruise Control .......................................... 315
Indicator ................................................... 75
Cup Holders .............................................. 149
Customer Service Information ................ 432
Customized Features ......................... 87, 220
DDaytime Running Lights .......................... 130
Dead Battery ............................................ 403
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ......................................... 154, 156
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 425
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 127
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 135
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 349
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 127
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437Index
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 72, 322, 324
Maintenance Minder............................... 341
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 410
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red) ............................................... 66, 411
REV..................................................... 75, 82
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 31, 69
Security System Alarm............................... 74
Shift Lever Position.................................... 68
Smart Entry System ................................... 74
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 47, 70
System Message ....................................... 73
Transmission ............................................. 68
Trunk Open .............................................. 71
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning............... 73
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 71, 318
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 71, 319
Information .............................................. 419
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 81, 86
Instrument Panel ........................................ 65
Brightness Control .................................. 132
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) ....................................................... 83
Interior Lights ........................................... 145
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 135
i-VTEC and REV Indicators ......................... 82JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 396Jump Starting
........................................... 403
KKey Number Tag ....................................... 103
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 109
Keys ........................................................... 102
Lockout Prevention .................................. 109
Master Keys ............................................. 102
Number Tag ............................................ 103
Remote Transmitter ................................. 105
Types and Functions ................................ 102
Valet Key ................................................. 103
Won’t Turn ................................................ 22
Kickdown (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 304LLaneWatch
TM............................................. 320
Language (HFL) ................................. 234, 265
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 55
Lights ................................................. 127, 360
Automatic ............................................... 128
Bulb Replacement .................................... 360
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 130
Fog Lights ................................................ 130
High Beam Indicator .................................. 73
Interior .................................................... 145
Light Switches ......................................... 127
Lights On Indicator .................................... 73 Turn Signals ............................................ 127
Load Limits ................................................ 295
Locking/Unlocking the Doors .................. 102
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 112
From Inside ............................................. 110
From Outside .......................................... 105
Keys ........................................................ 102
Using a Key ............................................. 109
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 109
Low Battery Charge ................................. 409
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 69
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 67, 409
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 104
Lower Anchors ............................................ 55
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 421, 423
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 295
MMaintenance............................................. 337
Battery .................................................... 381
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 358
Cleaning ................................................. 385
Climate Control System ........................... 384
Coolant ................................................... 355
Heating and Cooling System ................... 384
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 341
Oil ........................................................... 349
Precautions ............................................. 338
Radiator .................................................. 356
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438Index
Remote Transmitter ................................. 382
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 360
Safety ...................................................... 339
Service Items............................................ 343
Tires ........................................................ 372
Transmission Fluid.................................... 357
Under the Hood....................................... 345
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 410
Manual Transmission ................................ 311
Map Lights ................................................ 146
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 295
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 81
Mirrors ....................................................... 135
Adjusting ................................................. 135
Door ........................................................ 135
Exterior .................................................... 135
Interior Rearview...................................... 135
Modifications (and Accessories) ............... 336
Moonroof .................................................. 121
MP3 ............................ 171, 179, 194, 202, 207
Multi-Information Display .......................... 83NNumbers (Identification).......................... 424OOdometer.................................................... 84
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 348
Adding .................................................... 351 Checking................................................. 349
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 341
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 67, 409
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 348
Viscosity .................................................. 348
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 347
Moonroof ............................................... 121
Power Windows ...................................... 119
Trunk ...................................................... 113
Outside Temperature Display .................... 86
Overheating .............................................. 407
PPaddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift
Mode) ...................................................... 309
Pandora® ........................................... 178, 201
Panic Mode ............................................... 118
Parking ...................................................... 330
Parking Brake ........................................... 326
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................................. 66, 411
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 48
Passing Indicators ..................................... 127
Power Windows ....................................... 119
Precautions While Driving ....................... 303
Rain ........................................................ 303
Pregnant Women ....................................... 35
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 393
RRadiator.................................................... 356
Radio (AM/FM) ................................. 168, 191
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 170, 192
Range .......................................................... 85
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 170, 192
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 427
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 133
Rear Seat Access ....................................... 142
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 143
Rearview Camera ..................................... 331
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 135
Refueling .................................................. 332
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 81
Gasoline ................................. 332, 420, 422
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 69
Regulations .............................. 324, 375, 425
Remote Transmitter ................................. 105
Replacement Battery .................................................... 382
Bulbs ...................................................... 360
Fuses .............................................. 413, 414
Tires........................................................ 378
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 370
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 426
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 84SSafe Driving................................................ 25