oil reset HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2016 10.G Quick Guide

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Maintenance Minder™
Reminds you when indicated maintenance service is due.
Models with information display
When maintenance is due, the Maintenance Minder indicator comes on and a message
appears on the display every time you turn the vehicle on. Press the TRIP knob in the instrument panel to change displays (see page 28).
Models with Driver Information Interface
When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and a message
appears on the display every time you turn the vehicle on. Press the display/information button on the steering wheel to change displays (see page 29).
Maintenance Minder message
Maintenance
Minder indicator
Sub items
Main item
Maintenance Minder message
System message

indicator
Sub items
Main item
U.S. models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using parts that are
certied to EPA standards. According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the intervals indicated by the Driver Information Interface.
Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder indicator 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.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A 
Replace engine oi l*1
B
Replace engine oi l*1
and oil lter
 Inspect front and rear brakes
 Inspect these items:
• Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
•S uspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
• All uid levels and condition of uids
• Exhaust system #
•F uel lines and connection s#
*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 industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter 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 uid changes more frequently than recommended by
the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the
transmission uid changed every 25,000 miles (40,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1 
Rotate tires
2
Replace air cleaner element *2
 Replace dust and pollen lter *3
 Inspect drive belt
3 
Replace transmission uid *4
4
Replace spark plug s
 Inspect valve clearance
5 
Replace engine coolant
7Replace brake uid*5
*5:If a Maintenance Minder indicator does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake uid every 3 years.
In addition: •  Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
•  Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

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*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 industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter 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 uid changes more frequently than recommended by
the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the
transmission uid changed every 40,000 km (25,000 miles).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator does not appear more than 36 months after the display for
item7 is reset, change the brake uid every 3 years.#:See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A 
Replace engine oi l*1
0
Replace engine oi l*1
and oil lte r
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1 
Rotate tires
2Replace air cleaner element *2
 Replace dust and pollen lte r*3
 Inspect drive belt
3 
Replace transmission uid *4
4
Replace spark plugs
 Inspect valve clearance
5 
Replace engine coolant
7
Replace brake uid *5
9 
Service front and rear brakes
 Inspect these items:
•T ie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
•S uspension components
•D riveshaft boots
•B rake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
•A ll uid levels and condition of uid s
•E xhaust system #
•F uel lines and connections #
Canadian models
In addition: • 
Inspect idle speed every 256,000 km (160,000 miles).
•  Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 1, 2, 3, or 9 if they are noisy.
Under the Hood
1.5 ℓ engine models
Brake fluid (black cap)
Reserve tank
Washer fluid (blue cap) Engine oil dipstick (orange)
Engine oil fill cap
Battery
Reserve tank cap
U.S. odelsWasher fluid (blue cap)

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Recommended Engine Oil
•  Honda Genuine Motor Oil
•  Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certication Seal on the
container
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and
that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. Use Honda Genuine Motor Oil or another commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the ambient temperature as shown.
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certication Seal and is of the specied viscosity grade.
Adding Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil ll cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil ll cap, and tighten it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine oil dipstick.
Ambient temperature
Engine oil ll cap
1.5 ℓ engine models
Engine oil ll ca p
2.0 ℓ engine models
Do not ll the engine oil above the upper mark. Overlling the engine oil can result in leaks and engine damage.
NOTICE
Resetting the Engine Oil Life
If you change or replace the vehicle’s engine oil yourself, you must reset the engine oil life.
Models with information display
1. Press the TRIP knob in the instrument panel until
the engine oil life appears in the display.
2. Press and hold the knob for 10 seconds or more, until the display begins to blink.
3. Press and hold the knob for 5 seconds or more. The engine oil life display returns to 100%.
Models with Driver Information Interface
Use the steering wheel buttons to make and enter selections (see page 29).
1. Scroll to the Maintenance Minder screen, and select it.
2. Press and hold the ENTER button for about 10 seconds to enter the reset mode.
3. Scroll to the maintenance item you want to reset (or All Due Items), and select it.
Models with Display Audio
Use the touchscreen to make and enter selections.
1. From the HOME screen, select Settings.
2. Select Vehicle.
3. Select Maintenance Info.
4. Select Select Reset Items.
5. Select an item on the list to reset.
Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance service results in the system showing incorrect maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious mechanical problems.
NOTICE