coolant temperature HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK 2004 7.G Owners Manual

This shows the temperature of the
engine’s coolant. During normal
operation, the pointer should rise to
about the middle of the gauge. In
severe driving conditions, the pointer
may rise to the upper zone. If it
reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull
safely to the side of the road. Turn to
page f or instructions and
precautions on checking the engine’s
cooling system.174
Gauges
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Temperature Gauge 58
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The f low-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then exhausts it
through vents near the rear side
panels.Turn the temperature control dial
all the way to the lef t.
Make sure the A/C is of f .
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial. Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The light in the button
comesonwhenafanspeedis
selected.
Make sure the temperature
control dial is all the way to the left.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed. you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
A/C, and setting the fan to
maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.
Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page
). If it moves near the red zone,
turn of f the A/C until the gauge
reads normally.
The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes bef ore you
f eel warm air coming through the
system.
1. 2. 3.4.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
1. 2.3. 60
If the interior is very warm,
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Ventilation
Using the Heater
Using the A /C
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ÌÌ Follow the Severe Maintenance
Schedule if you drive your vehicle
MAINLY under one or more of the
f ollowing conditions:
Extensive idling or long periods of
stop and go driving, such as a taxi or
a commercial delivery vehicle.
Driving with a roof rack, or driving
in mountainous conditions.
Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per
trip or, in f reezing temperatures,
driving less than 10 miles (16 km)
per trip.
Driving in extremely hot [over 90°F
(32°C)] conditions.
Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced
roads.
Follow the
Maintenance Schedule f or Severe
Conditions.
Maint enance Canadian Owners
134 miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
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except in dusty conditions)
10 16
2032 304840645080 70
112 80
128 100160
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop 130208
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Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Check inflation and condition once a month
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first
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60 96 90
144 120192150240
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120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years
Every 3 years (independent of mileage) See information on maintenance and
emission warranty on page .
Check engine oil and coolant
Check tires
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 160)
Replace engine oil filter
Inspect front and rear brake wear
Lubricate all hinges, locks, and latches
Visually inspect the following items:
Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components, Driveshaft boots
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items: Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system , Fuel lines and connections
Lights and controls/vehicle underbody
Inspect drive belts
Replace dust and pollen filter
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace manual transmission fluid
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid :
132Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions
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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 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. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Neutral,
and set the parking brake. Turn
off all the accessories, and turn on
the hazard indicator.
1. 2. 3. 4.5. 6.
185
Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed 175
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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 pointer
reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator.Using gloves or 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.
Start the engine, and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum. 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.Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
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.
8. 9.
10. 11.
7.
185Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
176 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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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights . 149
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Stop Light . 149
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Front Parking Lights . 148
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Front Side Marker Lights . 147
.................................
Headlights . 145
.........
High-mount Brake Light . 150
.................
License Plate Lights . 152
..................
Side Marker Lights . 147
...........
Side Turn Signal Lights . 151
............................
Specif ications . 191
....................
Turn Signal Lights . 146
..............................
Bulbs, Halogen . 145
.........
Cables, Jump Starting With . 173
............................
Capacities Chart . 190
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 47
...........................
Cargo Area Cover . 75
........................
Cargo, . 117
Cassette Player
............................................
Care . 102
...................................
Operation . 101
..............
CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
...........................................
CD Care . 97 .....................................
CD Changer . 96
.........
CD Changer Error Message . 99
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CD Error Message . 98
.........................................
CD Player . 96
........................
Certif ication Label . 188
...................................
Chains, tires . 161
Change Oil
........................................
How to . 139
......................................
When to . 133
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Changing a Flat Tire . 167
...
Charging System Indicator . 52, 177
Checking
.....................
Battery Condition . 162
................................
Brake Fluid . 144
...............................
Clutch Fluid . 144
..........................
Engine Coolant . 114
..................................
Engine Oil . 113
..........................................
Fuses . 181
...................
Transmission Fluid . 143
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 122
.....................................
Child Saf ety . 29
..............................
Booster Seats . 44
...................................
Child Seats . 36
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Important Saf ety Reminders . 31
..........................................
Inf ants . 34
............................
Large Children . 43 .........................................
LATCH . 38
......................
Risks with Airbags . 30
.............................
Small Children . 35
.........................................
Tethers . 39
.........
Where Should a Child Sit? . 30
..............................................
Clock . 104
.........................
Clock, Setting the . 104
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Clutch Fluid . 144
........................
CO in the Exhaust . 194
............
Cold Weather, Starting in . 123
.......................
Compact Spare . 166
...................
Console Compartment . 83
.............
Controls, Instruments and . 49
Coolant
........................................
Adding . 141
....................................
Checking . 114
.........................
Proper Solution . 141
...................
Temperature Gauge . 57
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System . 194
...............................
Cruise Control . 105
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Cruise Control Indicator . 54, 105
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Cup Holders . 83
how to carry tire
Index
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CONT INUED
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard . 2, 50
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Daytime Running Lights . 61
Daytime Running Lights
.......................................
Indicator . 53
...........
Dead Battery, What to Do . 173
............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 202
..........................
Def og and Def rost . 89
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 62
................
Def rosting the Windows . 89
....................................
Dimensions . 190
...............
Dimming the Headlights . 61
Dipstick
..................................
Engine Oil . 113
..........................
Directional Signals . 61
Disabled, Towing Your Vehicle
..................................................
If . 185
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 127
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil . 140
Doors
..............
Locking and Unlocking . 67
..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 192
Downshif ting, 5-speed Manual
.............................
Transmission . 124 ...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................
Driving . 121
....................................
Economy . 114
..............................
Economy, Fuel . 114
............
Emergencies on the Road . 165
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 173
...........
Brake System Indicator . 179
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 167
.....
Charging System Indicator . 177
..................
Checking the Fuses . 181
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 177
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 178
..................
Overheated Engine . 174
...........................
Emergency Brake . 80
......................
Emergency Flashers . 62
......................
Emergency Towing . 185
.......................
Emissions Controls . 194Engine
Coolant Temperature .......................................
Gauge . 58
.............................. 171
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp . 53, 178 ........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 52, 177
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 138
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Overheating . 174
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Specif ications . 190
...................
Engine Speed Limiter . 125
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 194
...............................
Exhaust Fumes . 47
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................
Belts by . 17
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Fan, Interior . 86
Features, Comfort and
................................
Convenience . 85
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 111
Filter
...............................................
Oil . 139
5-speed Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 143
................................
Shif ting the . 124
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 62
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 167
If it won’t start
Index
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 145
Hatch
.................................
Opening the . 68
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Hazard Warning Button . 62
Headlights
............
Daytime Running Lights . 61
..................
High Beam Indicator . 53
...........
High Beams, Turning on . 61
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Low Beams, Turning on . 61 ........................
Reminder Beeper . 61
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 145
...................................
Turning on . 61
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Head Restraints . 72
.......................
Heating and Cooling . 86
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High Altitude, Starting at . 123
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High-Low Beam Switch . 61
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Hood Latch . 145
.......................
Hood, Opening the . 112
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Closing the . 113
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Horn .3,59
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Hot Coolant, Warning about . 141
...........................
Hydraulic Clutch . 144
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 188
If Your Vehicle Has to be
........................................
Towed . 185
Ignition ..............................................
Keys . 64
...........................................
Switch . 66
............
Timing Control System . 195
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicator Lights, Instrument
.............................................
Panel . 51
Fluids
..........................................
Brake . 144
.........................................
Clutch . 144
..............
Manual Transmission . 143
..................
Windshield Washer . 142
FM Stereo Radio .....................................
Reception . 93
...........................
Folding Rear Seat . 74
..........................
Four-way Flashers . 62
Front End, Towing by
................
Emergency Wrecker . 185
Front Seat ......................................
Adjusting . 71
.........................................
Airbags . 22
.................................................
Fuel . 110
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Fill Door and Cap . 111
...........................................
Gauge . 57
................
Octane Requirement . 110
....................
Recommendations . 110
........................
Reserve Indicator . 54
........................
Tank, Filling the . 111
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Fuses, Checking the . 181
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving . 114 .........................................
Gasoline . 110
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator . 54
...........................................
Gauge . 57
................
Octane Requirement . 110
........................
Tank, Filling the . 111
................
Gas Station Procedures . 111
Gauges
Engine Coolant ...........................
Temperature . 58
...............................................
Fuel . 57
Gearshif t Lever Positions 5-speed Manual .........................
Transmission . 124
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Glove Box . 83
Index
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