transmission fluid HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK 2021 Owner's Manual (in English)

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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
NOTICE
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel in
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY
( q*1
while driving, the engine will shut down and all
steering and brake power a ssist functions will stop,
making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in
( N, as you will lose
engine braking (and acce leration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.
Continuously variable transmission models
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 570
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 571Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 572
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 573
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 579Opening the Hood ........................... 581
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 582
Oil Check ......................................... 583
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 585
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 586
Engine Coolant ................................ 589
Transmission Fluid ............................ 591
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 592
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 593
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 594
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 604
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 609
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 610Tire Labeling .................................... 610DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 612Wear Indicators................................ 614 Tire Service Life ................................ 614
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 615
Tire Rotation .................................... 616
Winter Tires ..................................... 617
Cold Weather Driving ...................... 619
Battery ............................................... 620
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 622
Climate Control System Maintenance .. 624Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 625
Exterior Care.................................... 628
Accessories and Modifications ........ 631
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message 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.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair kit
bottle (If equipped)
●Inspect these items:
• Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA ®)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Exhaust system
#
•Fuel lines and connections#
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles.
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes
more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle
under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed every 25,000 miles.
*5: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*5
Continuously variable transmission models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 9, 1, 2, or 3
if they are noisy.
Canadian models
*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.
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 24,000 km.
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes
more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle
under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed every 40,000 km.
*5: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
0●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
Continuously variable transmission models
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*5
9●Service front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair kit
bottle (If equipped)
●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA ®)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Exhaust system
#
•Fuel lines and connections#
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the continuously variable transmission fluid
yourself.
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change th e manual transmission fluid yourself.
■Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda HCF-2
■Manual Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda MTF
Continuously variable transmission models
1Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda HCF-2 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Honda HCF-2
may adversely affect the operation and durability of
your vehicle’s transmission, and damage the
transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Hond a HCF-2 is not covered by
Honda’s new vehicle limited warranty.
Manual transmission models
1Manual Transmission Fluid
If Honda MTF is not availa ble, you may use the API
certificated SAE 0 W-20 or 5 W-20 viscosity motor oil
as a temporary measure.
Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does
not contain the proper addi tives for the transmission
and continued use can cause decreased shifting
performance and lead to transmission damage.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake/Clutch* Fluid
Maintenance
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
Use the same fluid for both the brakes and clutch*.
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reserve
tank.
The brake fluid reserve tank is also used for
your vehicle’s clutch fluid. As long as you keep
the brake fluid level as in structed above, there
is no need for checking the clutch fluid level.
Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake/Clutch* Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified br ake fluid is not av ailable, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Honda Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pads as soon as possible.
1.5 L engine models
Brake Reserve Tank
MIN
MAX
Manual transmission models
2.0 L engine models
MIN
MAX
Brake Reserve Tank
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action . If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
■Reason for the in dicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately. 2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 671
If you repeatedly operate the electric parking brake in
a short period of time, the brake stops operating to
prevent heating of the system and the indicator
blinks.
It returns to its original state in approximately 1
minute.
U.S.
Canada
(Red)
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
■ Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid
*
■ Manual Transmi ssion Fluid*
*1: 1.5 L engine models
*2: 2.0 L engine models
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda HCF-2
Capacity Change 3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
SpecifiedHonda MTF
Capacity Change 2.0 US qt (1.9 L)*1
2.3 US qt (2.2 L)*2
■
Engine Oil
*1: 1.5 L engine models
*2: 2.0 L engine models
■Engine Coolant
*1: Models with continuously variable transmission
*2: Models with manual transmission
Recommended·Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change
3.4 US qt (3.2 L)
*1
5.3 US qt (5.0 L)*2
Change
including
filter3.7 US qt (3.5 L)*1
5.7 US qt (5.4 L)*2
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.30 US gal (4.92 L)*1
(change including the remaining
0.15 US gal (0.58 L) in the reserve tank)
1.28 US gal (4.84 L)
*2
(change including the remaining
0.15 US gal (0.58 L) in the reserve tank)
1.26 US gal (4.64 L)
(change including the remaining
0.20 US gal (0.75 L) in the reserve tank)
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
■ Tire
*1: Models with 16 inch wheel
*2: Models with 17 inch wheel
*3: 1.5 L engine models with 18 inch wheel
*4: 2.0 L engine models with 18 inch wheel
*5: Models with 20 inch wheel
*6: 2.0 L engine models with optional compact spare tire
Regular
Size
215/55R16 93H*1
215/50R17 91H*2
235/40R18 91W*3
235/40R18 95Y*4
245/30ZR20 90Y*5
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
Front32 (220 [2.2])*1, *2
35 (240 [2.4])*3, *4, *5
Rear32 (220 [2.2])*1, *2
33 (230 [2.3])*3, *4, *5
Compact
Spare Size
T125/80D16 97M
*1, *2
T125/70D17 98M*3
T125/70R18 99M*6
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
16 x 7J*1
17 x 7J*2
18 x 8J*3, *4
20 x 8 1/2J*5
Compact Spare16 x 4T*1, *2
17 x 4T*3
18 x 4T*6
* Not available on all models
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Index
Continuously Variable TransmissionCreeping ................................................. 460
Fluid ........................................................ 591
Kickdown ................................................ 460
Operating the Shift Lever ................... 24, 462
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 665
Shifting.................................................... 461
Controls ..................................................... 143
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 589
Adding the Coolant ................................. 590
Overheating............................................. 666
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) ........................................... 460
Cup Holders ............................................... 205
Customer Service Information ................. 696
Customized Features ........................ 134, 350
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 180
Dead Battery ............................................. 662
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 379
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 221
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 687
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 177
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 190
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 583
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 176
Display Button .......................................... 252 Display Setup
............................................ 239
Display/Information Button ..................... 125
Door Mirrors ............................................. 192
Doors ......................................................... 145
Auto Door Locking .................................. 159
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 159
Keys ........................................................ 145
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .................................................... 156
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 147
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 612
Drive Mode Switch ................................... 473
Driver Information Interface ................... 124
Driving ...................................................... 443
Braking ................................................... 549
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 460
Shifting Gear ........................................... 468
Shifting Position ...................................... 461
Starting the Engine.......................... 451, 454
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 624
E
Eco Assist System........................................ 11
ECON Mode .............................................. 472
Elapsed Time ............................................. 128
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ........ 89
Indicator............................................ 89, 672
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 475
Emergency ................................................ 679 Emergency Engine Stop
........................... 661
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 689
Engine Coolant .................................................. 589
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 662
Oil .......................................................... 582
Starting........................................... 451, 454
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 171
Engine Coolant ........................................ 589
Adding the Coolant ................................ 590
Overheating ............................................ 666
Temperature Gauge ................................ 122
Engine Oil ................................................. 582
Adding ................................................... 585
Checking ................................................ 583
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 574
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 84, 668
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 582
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 172
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 672
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 79
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 628
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 192F
Features.................................................... 225
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 624
Oil .......................................................... 586
Flat Tire ..................................................... 635
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Index
Floor Mats................................................ 626
Fluids
Brake/Clutch ........................................... 592
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 591
Engine Coolant ....................................... 589
Manual Transmission .............................. 591
Windshield Washer ................................. 593
FM/AM Radio ................................... 240, 280
Fog Light Indicator .................................... 93
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 199
Foot Brake ................................................ 552
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 51
Front Head Restraints .............................. 196
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 215
Front Seats ................................................ 193
Adjusting ................................................ 193
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 546
Fuel ..................................................... 26, 562
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 566
Gauge .................................................... 122
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 129
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 88
Range ..................................................... 128
Recommendation.................................... 562
Refueling ................................................ 562
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 566
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 26, 564
Unable to Unlock .................................... 680
Fuses ......................................................... 674
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 678
Locations ........................................ 674, 676
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 566
Gauge ..................................................... 122
Information ............................................. 562
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 129
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 88
Refueling ................................................. 562
Gauges ...................................................... 122
Gear Shift Lever Positions Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 461
Manual Transmission ............................... 468
Glass (care) ........................................ 626, 629
Glove Box .................................................. 203
G-Meter ..................................................... 131
H
Halogen Bulbs ................................... 594, 597
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 633
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 383, 410
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 423
Displaying Messages ................................ 437
HFL Buttons ..................................... 383, 410
HFL Menus ...................................... 386, 413
HFL Status Display ........................... 385, 412
In Case of Emergency .............................. 441
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 385, 412
Making a Call .................................. 404, 431
Options During a Call ...................... 409, 434 Phone Setup.................................... 390, 418
Phonebook Phonetic Modification ........... 427
Receiving a Call ............................... 408, 434
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail.............. 435
Ring Tone................................................ 422
Selecting a Text/E-mail Message
Account ................................................ 436
Speed Dial ....................................... 400, 424
To Set Up Text Messa ge/E-mail Options ... 421
Hatch ......................................................... 160
Light Bulb................................................ 684
Release Lever........................................... 681
Unable to Open....................................... 681
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 6
HD Radio
TM............................................... 280
Headlights ................................................. 177
Aiming .................................................... 594
Auto High-Beam System.......................... 181
Automatic Operation............................... 178
Dimming ......................................... 177, 180
Operating................................................ 177
Heaters (Front Seat) ................................. 215
Heaters (Rear Seat) ................................... 216
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)....................... 383, 410
High Beam Indicator .................................. 92
Hill Start Assist System ..................... 453, 458
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 380
Honda App License Agreement .............. 327
Honda Sensing ®................................ 27, 488
HondaLink ®............................................. 305
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