open hood HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK 2019 (in English) User Guide

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil f ilter 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 maintenance message on the 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.1Changing 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
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
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.1Refilling 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.
Cap
Except Canadian models with 1.5 L
engine
2.0 L engine models
Canadian 1.5 L engine models
Cap
Cap
Canadian models
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after 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 frequently 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 inte rmittent wipers, turn the wipers off.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzl e and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. St anding too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly 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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649Continued
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 cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine 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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653Continued
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.
Continuing to drive with the Stop Driving When
Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot. message on
the driver information interface may damage the
engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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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 approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
2 Oil Check P. 571
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: Immediately stop
the engine and contact a dealer for repairs.
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................................................. 174, 582
Automatic ............................................... 175
Bulb Replacement .................................... 582
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 177
Fog Lights ................................................ 177
High Beam Indicator .................................. 89
Interior .................................................... 197
Light Switches ......................................... 174
Lights On Indicator .................................... 89
Turn Signals ............................................. 174
Limited Slip Differential (LSD) ................. 520
Load Limits ................................................ 441
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 143
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 157
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 156
From Inside .............................................. 154
From Outside ........................................... 145
Keys ........................................................ 143
Using a Key ............................................. 152
Low Battery Charge .................................. 655
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 81, 655
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength ................................................... 144
Lower Anchors ............................................ 65
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 441
M
Maintenance............................................. 557
Adding the Coolant ................................. 578 Battery .................................................... 608
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 580
Cleaning ................................................. 613
Climate Control System ........................... 612
Coolant ................................................... 577
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 561
Oil ........................................................... 571
Precautions ............................................. 558
Remote Transmitter ................................. 610
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 582
Safety...................................................... 559
Service Items ........................................... 564
Tires ........................................................ 597
Transmission Fluid ................................... 579
Under the Hood ...................................... 567
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 82, 656
Manual Transmission ............................... 462
Map Lights ................................................ 198
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 441
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 117
Mirrors ...................................................... 187
Adjusting ................................................ 187
Door ....................................................... 188
Exterior ................................................... 188
Interior Rearview ..................................... 187
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 619
Moonroof ................................................. 168
MP3 ................................................... 241, 297
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 548
N
Numbers (Identification) ......................... 674
O
Odometer................................................. 122
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 570
Adding ................................................... 573
Checking ................................................ 571
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 562
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 81, 655
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 570
Viscosity.................................................. 570
Open Source Licences .............................. 338
Opening Hatch...................................................... 668
Opening/Closing Hatch...................................................... 158
Hood ...................................................... 569
Moonroof ............................................... 168
Power Windows...................................... 165
Outside Temperature Display ................. 124
Overheating ............................................. 653
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed
Manual Shift Mode) ................. 23, 459, 460
Pandora® .................................................. 295
Panic Mode ............................................... 164
Parking ..................................................... 546
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