open hood HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK 2018 (in English) User Guide

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Continued
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil fi lter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the ma intenance message on the
information display
*/driver information interface*.
1. Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the phillips head screws and
slotted head screws by turning 90°
counterclockwise on the undercarriage
and remove the under cover.
1 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Under Cover
Screw
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Under Cover
Screw
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid
using the washer fluid level gauge on the cap.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not
overflow the reservoir.
Open the cap and check the amount of
window washer fluid.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears
on the driver information interface.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not
overflow the reservoir.
1 Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle's paint. A
vinegar/water solution ca n damage the windshield
washer pump.
Use only commercially avai lable windshield washer
fluid.
Avoid prolonged use of hard water to prevent lime
scale build up.
Models with level gauge
Level Gauge
Cap
Models without level gauge
2.0 L engine models
Canadian 1.5 L engine models
Cap
CapCanadian models
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Continued
Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body afte r you drive. Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches
on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body rust. If you
find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more fr equently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• For models equipped with automatic intermittent wipers, turn the wipers off.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water direct ly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake and hood
intake
* vents. It can cause a malfunction.
Do not spray water onto the fuel fill door directly. A
high-pressure spray ma y cause it to open.
Air Intake Vents
1.5 L engine models
Hood
Intake Vent2.0 L engine models
Air Intake
Vents
* Not available on all models
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655Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge pointer is at th e mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• The Stop Driving When Safe. En gine Temperature Too Hot message appears
on the driver information interface.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
pointer at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
H
Models with driver information interface
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
2 Oil Check P. 576
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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Index
Lights................................................. 181, 587
Automatic ............................................... 182
Bulb Replacement .................................... 587
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 184
Fog Lights ................................................ 184
High Beam Indicator .................................. 90
Interior .................................................... 204
Light Switches ......................................... 181
Lights On Indicator .................................... 90
Turn Signals ............................................. 181
Limited Slip Differential (LSD) ................. 524
Load Limits ................................................ 445
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 147
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 161
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 160
From Inside .............................................. 158
From Outside ........................................... 149
Keys ........................................................ 147
Using a Key ............................................. 156
Low Battery Charge .................................. 661
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 81, 661
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength ................................................... 148
Lower Anchors ............................................ 65
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 445
M
Maintenance............................................. 559
Adding the Coolant ................................. 583 Battery .................................................... 613
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 585
Cleaning ................................................. 618
Climate Control System ........................... 617
Coolant ................................................... 582
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 563
Oil ........................................................... 576
Precautions ............................................. 560
Remote Transmitter ................................. 615
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 587
Safety...................................................... 561
Service Items ................................... 565, 569
Tires ........................................................ 602
Transmission Fluid ................................... 584
Under the Hood ...................................... 572
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 82, 662
Manual Transmission ............................... 466
Map Lights ................................................ 205
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 445
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 118
Mirrors ...................................................... 194
Adjusting ................................................ 194
Door ....................................................... 195
Exterior ................................................... 195
Interior Rearview ..................................... 194
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 624
Moonroof ................................................. 175
MP3 ................................................... 249, 305
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 551
N
Numbers (Identification) ......................... 680
O
Odometer......................................... 120, 126
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 575
Adding ................................................... 578
Checking ................................................ 576
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 563, 567
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 81, 661
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 575
Viscosity.................................................. 575
Open Source Licences .............................. 346
Opening Hatch...................................................... 674
Opening/Closing Hatch...................................................... 165
Hood ...................................................... 574
Moonroof ............................................... 175
Power Windows...................................... 172
Outside Temperature Display ......... 122, 128
Overheating ............................................. 659
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual
Shift Mode) ............................... 24, 463, 464
Pandora® .................................................. 303
Panic Mode ............................................... 171
Parking ..................................................... 550
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