oil filter HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2010 8.G Owners Manual

If you have the skills and tools to
perf orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the service manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer. This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.
This section also includes
instructions on how to read the
maintenance minder messages on
the information display, and
instructions f or simple maintenance
tasks you may want to take care of
yourself .......................
Maintenance Saf ety .276
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Maintenance Minder . 277
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Fluid Locations .284
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Adding Engine Oil .285
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Changing the Oil and Filter . 286
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Engine Coolant .288
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Windshield Washers .290
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Transmission Fluid .291
Continuously Variable ............
Transmission (CVT) . 291
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Brake Fluid .292
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Lights .293
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Roof Antenna .298
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Cleaning the Seat Belts . 299
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Floor Mats .299
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DustandPollenFilter . 300
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Wiper Blades .300
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Wheels .303
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Tires .303
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Checking the 12 Volt Battery . 309
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Vehicle Storage .310
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Maintenance
Maint enance
275
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Maintenance Minder
283
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Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). Independent of the maintenance messages on the information display,
replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
If the message ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the
display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
NOTE: :
282
Maintenance Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element If you drive in dusty conditions, replace
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission fluid
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, 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
A
B
Symbol
Symbol
1
2
3
4
5
Maintenance Minder
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Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the inf ormation
display. The oil and f ilter collect
contaminants that can damage your
engine if they are not removed
regularly.Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap.
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the information
display.
Removethenineholdingclips
with a flat-tip screwdriver and two
bolts, then pull the under-cover
down.
1.
2. 3.
Only on U.S. models
Changing the Oil and Filter
Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
286
HOLDING CLIP
BOLTS
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Refill the engine with the
recommended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks. Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it. Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine, and check your work.
Remove the oil drain bolt and
washer from the bottom of the
engine. Drain the oil into an
appropriate container.
Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.
Make sure the oil f ilter gasket is
not stuck to the contacting surface
of the engine. If it is, remove it
bef ore installing a new oil f ilter.7.
8.
9.
4.
5.
6.10.
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Changing the Oil and Filter
Maint enance
287
DRAIN BOLT
WASHER OIL FILTER
3.4 US qt (3.2)
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
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Turn of f the engine, let it sit f or
several minutes, then check the oil
level on the dipstick. If necessary,
add more oil.
Put the under-cover back in place
and reinstall the nine holding clips.
Locktheclipssecurelybypushing
on the center of each clip.If the coolant level in the reserve
tank is at or below the MIN line, add
coolant to bring it up to between the
MIN and MAX lines. Inspect the
cooling system f or leaks. If Honda antif reeze/coolant is not
available, you may use another
major-brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporaryreplacement.Makesureit
is a high-quality coolant
recommended f or aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion,
causingthecoolingsystemto
malf unction or f ail. Have the cooling
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda antif reeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
Always use Honda Long-lif e Anti-
f reeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant
is pre-mixed with 50 percent
antif reeze and 50 percent distilled
water. Never add straight antif reeze
or plain water.
11.
12.
Only on U.S. models
A dding Engine Coolant
Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant
288
RESERVE TANK
Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.
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Specif ications
338
Dimensions
Weights
Engine Seating CapacitiesCapacities
176.7 in (4,489 mm)
69.0 in (1,752 mm)
56.3 in (1,430 mm)
106.3 in (2,700 mm)
59.1 in (1,501 mm)
60.2 in (1,529 mm)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb. 3.0 US qt (2.8
)
5.4 US qt (5.1)
1.255 US gal (4.75
)
1.59 US gal (6.0)
3.4 US qt (3.2
)
3.2 US qt (3.0)
4.0 US qt (3.8)
12.3 US gal (46.6
)
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs SK20HPR-L11 ILFR6J-11K10.8
82 cu-in (1,339 cm
)
2.87 x 3.15 in (73.0 x 80.0 mm)
Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC i-VTEC
gasoline engine with Hybrid Electric
Total
Front
Rear
5
2
3Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity: 0.11 US gal (0.4
)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
Front
Rear
Approx.
1:
2:
(NGK) (DENSO) Change
Total
Change
Including filter
Without filter
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Vehicles
Canada Vehicles
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CONT INUED
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 340
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving .257
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Economy .247
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 300
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Economy, Fuel .247
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Emergencies on the Road . 311
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Battery, Jump Starting . 319
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Brake System Indicator . 326
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Changing a Flat Tire . 313
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Charging System Indicator . 324
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Checking the Fuses . 328
Low Oil Pressure ...........................
Indicator .62, 323
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .62, 325
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Overheated Engine . 321
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Emergency Brake .99
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Emergency Flashers .76
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Emergency Towing .333
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 88
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Emissions Controls .345
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Emissions Testing .348 Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 66
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Engine Speed Limiter . 262
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .62, 325
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 62,323
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 285
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Overheating .321
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Specif ications .338
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Starting .259
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 345
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Exhaust Fumes .52
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .17
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Fan, Interior .105
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Features .103
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 243
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .300
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Oil .286
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 76
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 313Fluids
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Automatic Transmission . 291
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Brake .292
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Windshield Washer . 290
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .204
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Four-way Flashers .76
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Front Airbags .10, 22
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Fuel .242
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Fill Door and Cap .243
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Gauge .67
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Octane Requirement . 242
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Oxygenated .242
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Reserve Indicator .61
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Tank, Filling the .243
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Fuses, Checking the .328
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 247
Index
F
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 12
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Additional Safety Precautions . 18
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 17
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Protecting Children .34
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Protecting Inf ants .39
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Protecting Larger Children . 48
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Protecting Small Children . 40
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Saf ety Belts .9, 19
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 354
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Saf ety Features .8
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Airbags . 10
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Seat Belts .9
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 53
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Saf ety Messages .iii
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Seat Belts .9, 19
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Additional Information . 19
Automatic Seat Belt ...............................
Tensioners .20
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15,19
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Maintenance .21, 299 Reminder Light and
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Beeper .19, 58
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System Components . 19
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Use During Pregnancy . 17
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder .....................................
Belt .15, 19
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Seat Heaters .96
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Seats, Adjusting the .91
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Security System .213
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Serial Number .336
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Service Intervals .283
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Service Manual .355
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Service Station Procedures . 243
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Setting the Clock .212
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Shif t Lever Position Indicators . 260
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Shif t Lock Release .263
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Side Airbags .10, 29
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Of f Indicator .31, 59
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Side Curtain Airbags .30
Side Marker Lights, Bulb ..............................
Replacement .295
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Signaling Turns .74
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Snow Tires .307
Spare Tire ......................................
Inf lating .312
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Specif ications .339
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Radiator Overheating . 321
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Radio/Disc/Sound System . 113,148
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Readiness Codes . 325,348
Rear Lights, Bulb ......................
Replacement .296, 297
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Rear View Mirror .98
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Rear Window Def ogger . 76
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Reclining the Seat-backs . 92
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Remote Transmitter .89
Replacement Inf ormation ..............
Dust and Pollen Filter . 300
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Engine Oil and Filter . 286
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Fuses .328
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Light Bulbs .293
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Maintenance Minder . 277
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Tires .306 .............................
Wiper Blades .300
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .21
Reporting Saf ety Def ects ..........................
(U.S. Vehicles) .354
Reserve Tank, Engine ...............................
Coolant .246, 288
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Restraint, Child .34
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Reverse Gear Position . 262
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Rotation, Tire .306
Index
R
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Service Inf ormation Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:Brake Fluid:
Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Recommended Engine Oil: Automatic Transmission Fluid
(CVTF):
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Front/Rear:
Spare Tire:
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 87 or higher.
API Premium grade 0W-20
detergent oil (see page ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.4 US qt (3.2
) 3.0 US qt (2.8
)
12.3 US gal (46.6
)
Fluid change capacity: Use Honda CVT Fluid
(continuously variable
transmission fluid) only
285 292
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