transmission fluid HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2003 7.G Owners Manual

This section also includes
Maintenance Schedules f or normal
driving and severe driving conditions,
a Maintenance Record, and instruc-
tions f or simple maintenance tasks
you may want to take care of
yourself .
If you have the skills and tools to per-
f orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your Honda, you may want
to purchase the Service Manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your Honda
dealer. This section explains why it is
important to keep your car well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.......................
Maintenance Saf ety .182
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Important Safety Precautions . 183
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Maintenance Schedule . 184
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Required Maintenance Record . 191
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 193
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Fluid Locations .194
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Engine Oil .195
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Adding Oil .195
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Recommended Oil .195
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Synthetic Oil .196
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Additives .196
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Changing the Oil and Filter . 197
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Cooling System .199
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Adding Engine Coolant . 199
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Replacing Engine Coolant . 201
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Windshield Washers .205
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Transmission Fluid .206
Continuously Variable ............
Transmission (CVT) . 206
5-speed Manual .........................
Transmission .208
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Brake and Clutch Fluid . 209
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Brake System .209
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Clutch System .210
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Air Cleaner Element .211
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Hood Latch .212 ....................................
Spark Plugs .213
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Replacement .213
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Specif ications .215
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Battery .216
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Wiper Blades .219
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Air Conditioning System . 221
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 222
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Drive Belt .224
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Tires .225
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Inf lation .225
Recommended Tire Pressures ...........
f or Normal Driving . 226
Tire Pressure Adjustment f or ..........
High Speed Driving . 226
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Inspection .227
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Maintenance .227
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Tire Rotation .228
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Replacing Tires and Wheels . 229
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Wheels and Tires .230
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Winter Driving .230
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Snow Tires .230
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Tire Chains .231
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Lights .232
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Headlight Aiming .234
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Replacing Bulbs .234
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Storing Your Car .243
303
Maintenance
Maint enance181

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Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first.
miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
months 10
16
50
8070
112 110
176
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
Service the following items at the recommended intervals.
Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km) or 7 years
Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km)Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
20
32
30
4840
64 60
9680
128 90
144 100
160 120
192
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 years
Check engine oil and coolant
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month)
Replace engine oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Visually inspect the following items:
Tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluidsExhaust system
Fuel lines and connections
Inspect and adjust drive belts
Replace dust and pollen filter
Replace transmission fluid
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid At 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)
Replace every 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page . 24
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Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions

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U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
A, B, C, D, E
A
B
C
D
E
Refer to page to determine which schedule to use.
Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in
as required for each distance/time.
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 228).
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check
for leaks. Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Inspect and adjust drive belts.
Replace dust and pollen filter.
Replace air cleaner element every 30,000 mi/
48,000 km (independent of time).
Replace brake fluid every 3 years (independent of
mileage).
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do item in D.
Replace transmission fluid (CVT).
Do items in A, C.
Do items in A, B.
Do item in E.
Do items in A.
Do item in D.
DoitemsinA,B,C. Replace transmission fluid (CVT).
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do item in D.
Do items in A, C. Replace transmission fluid (CVT).
Do items in A, B. Inspect valve clearance, cold engine.
Replace spark plugs.
Do item in E.
Do items in A. Inspect idle speed.
Do item in D. Replace transmission fluid (M/T).
DoitemsinA,B,C. Replace transmission fluid (CVT).
Replace engine coolant, then replace every
60,000mi/96,000km/5yrs.
10,000 mi/16,000 km/1 yr
20,000 mi/32,000 km/1 yr
30,000 mi/48,000 km
30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs
40,000 mi/64,000 km/2 yrs
3yrs
50,000 mi/80,000 km/3 yrs
60,000 mi/96,000 km
60,000 mi/96,000 km/3 yrs
60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs
70,000 mi/112,000 km/4 yrs
80,000 mi/128,000 km/4 yrs
90,000 mi/144,000 km
90,000 mi/144,000 km/5 yrs
90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs
100,000 mi/160,000 km/5 yrs
110,000 mi/176,000 km
6yrs
110,000 mi/176,000 km/6 yrs
110,000 mi/176,000 km/7 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km
120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs 184
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last
column, page .
Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.
NOTE: :
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Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions (listed by distance/time)

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Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first. miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
months
Replace every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 monthsCheck oil and coolant at each fuel stop
10
16
50
8070
112 110
176
20
32 30
4840
64 60
9680
128 90
144 100
160 120
192
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 years
Service the following items at the recommended intervals.Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) in dusty conditions, otherwise use normal schedule
Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km)
Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km) or 7 years
Check engine oil and coolant
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month)
Replace engine oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
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
Visually inspect the following items: Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluidsExhaust system, Fuel lines and connections
Lights and controls, Vehicle underbody
Inspect and adjust drive belts
Replace dust and pollen filter
Replace transmission fluid
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid At 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 dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information under special driving conditions.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page . 24
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CVT
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Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions

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Maint enance189
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners A, B, C, D, E, F
A
B
C
D
E
F
Refer to page to determine which schedule to use.
Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in
as required for each distance/time.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A, E.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Do item in E. Replace transmission fluid (CVT).
DoitemsinA,B,D.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A, E.
Do item in F.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
Do item in E. Replace transmission fluid (M/T).
DoitemsinA,B,C,D. Replace transmission fluid (CVT).
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A, E.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Do item in E.
DoitemsinA,B,D. Replace transmission fluid (CVT).
5,000 mi/8,000 km
10,000 mi/16,000 km/1 yr
15,000 mi/24,000 km
20,000 mi/32,000 km/1 yr
25,000 mi/40,000 km
30,000 mi/48,000 km
30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs
35,000 mi/56,000 km
40,000 mi/64,000 km/2 yrs
45,000 mi/72,000 km
3yrs
50,000 mi/80,000 km/3 yrs
55,000 mi/88,000 km
60,000 mi/96,000 km
60,000 mi/96,000 km/3 yrs
60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs
65,000 mi/104,000 km
70,000 mi/112,000 km/4 yrs
75,000 mi/120,000 km
80,000 mi/128,000 km/4 yrs
85,000 mi/136,000 km
90,000 mi/144,000 km
90,000 mi/144,000 km/5 yrs
90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs Replace engine oil.
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page
228).
Lubricate all hinges, locks, and latches with
multipurpose grease.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check
for leaks. Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Check all lights.
Inspect the underbody.
Inspect and adjust drive belts.
Replace dust and pollen filter .
Replace air cleaner element every 15,000 mi/
24,000 km (independent of time).
Replace brake fluid every 3 years (independent of
mileage).
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See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information
under special driving conditions.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last
column, page .
Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.
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DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A, E.
Do item in F. Inspect valve clearance, cold engine.
Replace spark plugs.
Do items in A, B. Inspect idle speed.
Do items in A.
Do item in E. Replace transmission fluid (M/T).
DoitemsinA,B,C,D. Replace transmission fluid (CVT).
Do item in F.
Replace engine coolant, then replace every
60,000 mi/96,000 km/5 yrs.
95,000 mi/152,000 km
100,000 mi/160,000 km/5 yrs
105,000 mi/168,000 km
6yrs
110,000 mi/176,000 km
110,000 mi/176,000 km/6 yrs
110,000 mi/176,000 km/7 yrs
115,000 mi/184,000 km
120,000 mi/192,000 km
120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs
9yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs
Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time)

Fluid Locations
Maint enance194
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop)ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID
(Gray cap)
CLUTCH FLUID
(Manual
Transmission only)
(Gray cap)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE
COOLANT
RESERVOIR
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT)
FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop)
RADIATOR CAP

Check the f luid level with the engine
and transmission at normal operating
temperature.Park the car on level ground. Shut
of f the engine. For accurate
results, wait at least 60 seconds,
andnomorethan90seconds,
af ter shutting of f the engine to
check the f luid level. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
f rom the transmission and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
When you ref ill the reservoir, clean
the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer f luid
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition the blade edges.
1.
2.
Maint enance
Continuously Variable
T ransmission (CVT )
Windshield Washers, T ransmission Fluid
206
DIPSTICK
Do not use engine antif reeze or a
vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir.
Antif reeze can damage your car’s paint,
while a vinegar/water solution can
damage the windshield washer pump.
Use only commercially-available
windshield washer f luid.

If the level is below the lower
mark, add f luid into the f iller hole
to bring it to the upper mark.
Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
Remove the dipstick and check
the f luid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks within the HOT range. Always use Honda ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). If
it is not available, you may use a
DEXRON
III automatic
transmission f luid as a temporary
replacement. However, continued
use can affect shift quality. Have
the transmission f lushed and
ref illed with Honda ATF-Z1 as
soon as it is convenient.
To thoroughly f lush the transmission,
the technician should drain and ref ill
it with Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the
vehicle a short distance. Do this
three times. Then drain and ref ill the transmission a final time.
Pour the f luid slowly and caref ully
so you do not spill. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled f luid
could damage components in the
engine compartment. The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
5.
6.
3.
4.
T ransmission Fluid
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HOT
Range UPPER
MARK
LOWER
MARK

Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the car sitting on
level ground. Remove the under
cover to access the transmission
housing(seepage ).Removethe
transmission f iller bolt and caref ully
f eel inside the bolt hole with your
f inger. The f luid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add Honda Manual Transmis-
sion Fluid (MTF) until it starts torun out of the hole. Reinstall the
f iller bolt and tighten it securely.
If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certif ication seal that says ‘‘For
Gasoline Engines’’ as a temporary
replacement. However, motor oil
does not contain the proper additives
andcontinuedusecancausestiffer
shif ting. Replace as soon as it is
convenient.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
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5-speed Manual Transmission
T ransmission Fluid
Maint enance208
Correct Level
FILLER BOLT