radiator HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2013 9.G Owners Manual

65Safe Driving
Safety LabelsLabel LocationsThese labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer
for a replacement.
Sun Visor
U.S. models
Canadian models
Radiator CapDoorjambs
U.S. models only Dashboard
Canadian models U.S. models
Doorjambs

259Maintenance
Maintenance Under the HoodMaintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap) Engine Oil
Dipstick
(Orange Loop)
Radiator Cap Engine Oil Fill
Cap
Automatic
Transmission
(CVT) Fluid
Dipstick
(Yellow Loop)
Engine Coolant Reservoir12 Volt Battery

266
uuMaintenance Under the HooduEngine Coolant
Maintenance
Engine CoolantThis coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the
reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the
radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
1.Check the amount of coolant in the reserve
tank.
2.If the coolant level is below the MIN mark,
add the specified coolant until it reaches
the MAX mark.
3.Inspect the cooling system for leaks.Specified coolant: Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2■Reserve Tank
1Engine CoolantNOTICEIf temperatures consistently below −22°F (−30°C) are
expected, the coolant mixture should be changed to
a higher concentration. Consult a dealer for more
information.
If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda coolant can result
in corrosion, causing the cooling system to
malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system flushed
and refilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle’s coolant system. They may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the engine components.
Reserve Tank
MAXMIN

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduEngine Coolant
Maintenance
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are
cool.
2.Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
relieve any pressure in the cooling system.
Do not push the cap down when turning.
3.Push down and turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise to remove it.
4.The coolant level should be up to the base
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
5.Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it
fully.
6.Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it
reaches the MAX mark. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
■Radiator
1RadiatorNOTICEPour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.
3
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Radiator Cap

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission FluidCheck the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
1.Park on level ground, and start the engine.
2.Wait until the radiator fan starts and then
turn off the engine.
uPerform step 3 after waiting for about 60
seconds (less than 90 seconds).
3.Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the
transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth.
4.Insert the dipstick all the way back into the
transmission securely, as shown in the
image.
5.Remove the dipstick and check the fluid
level.
uIt should be between the upper and
lower marks in the HOT range.
6.If the level is below the lower mark, add
fluid into the dipstick hole to bring it to the
level between the upper and lower marks,
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.■Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) FluidSpecified fluid: Honda CVTF (continuously variable transmission fluid)
1Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) FluidNOTICEDo not mix Honda CVTF with other transmission
fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Honda CVTF
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 Honda CVTF is not covered by
Honda’s new vehicle warranty.NOTICEPour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.
Upper Mark
Lower Mark HOT
Range

uuOverheatinguHow to Handle Overheating
316Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the high temperature
indicator goes off.
uIf the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2.Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
uIf the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
uIf there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the high temperature
indicator.
If the high temperature indicator is off, resume driving. If it stays on, contact a dealer
for repairs.
1How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAXMIN
Reserve
Tank

338Index
Brake System............................................. 240
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 242
Brake Assist System ................................. 243
Brake System Indicator....................... 68, 319
Fluid ........................................................ 269
Foot Brake ............................................... 241
Indicator ............................................ 68, 319
Parking Brake .......................................... 240
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 125
Bulb Replacement..................................... 271
Bulb Specifications ................................... 326
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker
Light ...................................................... 273
Headlights ............................................... 271
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 276
Rear License Plate Light............................ 276
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator....... 273CCarbon Monoxide Gas................................ 64
Carrying Cargo.................................. 209, 211
CD Player................................................... 155
Certification Label.................................... 328
Changing Bulbs......................................... 271
Charging System Indicator................. 69, 317
Child Safety................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 110
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 114
Child Seat.................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................. 63Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 59
Larger Children ......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks............................. 110
Cleaning the Exterior............................... 293
Cleaning the Interior................................ 291
Climate Control System............................ 140
Changing the Mode ................................ 140
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 141
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 290
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 140
Sensors ................................................... 142
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 140
Clock.......................................................... 104
Coat Hook................................................. 138
Compact Spare Tire.......................... 305, 327
Console Compartment............................. 135
Controls..................................................... 103
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 266
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 267
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 266
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 76
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 76
Overheating ............................................ 315
Creep Aid System..................................... 216Creeping................................................... 218
Cruise Control.......................................... 225
Indicator ................................................... 75
Cup Holders.............................................. 136
Customer Service Information................ 336
Customized Features................................. 91
DDaytime Running Lights.......................... 123
Dead Battery............................................ 312
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows................................................. 141
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 329
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 120
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 128
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................ 262
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 120
Display/Information Button...................... 83
Door Mirrors............................................. 128
Doors........................................................ 105
Auto Door Locking.................................. 111
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 111
Door Open Indicator ........................... 31, 72
Keys........................................................ 105
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .................................................... 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 107
Lockout prevention system ...................... 108

339Index
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 282
Driving...................................................... 207
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 218
Braking ................................................... 240
Cruise Control ........................................ 225
Shifting Gear .......................................... 219
Starting the Engine ................................. 214
Dust and Pollen Filter.............................. 290EEco Assist System.......................................... 8
Eco Drive Bar.......................................... 9, 89
Eco Guide............................................... 9, 88
Eco Score................................................ 9, 88
ECON Button............................................ 221
ECON Mode Indicator................................ 76
Elapsed Time.............................................. 86
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)
Indicator ........................................... 73, 319
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............ 235
Emergency................................................ 324
Emergency Trunk Opener....................... 114
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)...... 331
Engine....................................................... 328
Coolant .................................................. 266
Jump Starting ......................................... 312
Oil .......................................................... 261
Starting................................................... 214
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 119Engine Coolant......................................... 266
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 267
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 266
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 76
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 76
Overheating ............................................ 315
Engine Oil................................................. 261
Adding .................................................... 263
Checking ................................................. 262
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 255
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 72, 317
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 261
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System............................................... 73, 319
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide).. 64
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 293
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 128
FFeatures..................................................... 143
Filters......................................................... 290
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 290
Oil ........................................................... 264
Flat Tire..................................................... 305
Floor Mats................................................. 292
Fluids
Brake....................................................... 269
Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid ...................................................... 268
Engine Coolant........................................ 266Windshield Washer ................................. 270
Foot Brake................................................ 241
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)........... 228
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 42
Front Seats................................................ 129
Adjusting ................................................ 129
Fuel...................................................... 19, 246
Economy ................................................. 249
Gauge ....................................................... 82
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 87
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge ..................... 82
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Range ....................................................... 86
Recommendation .................................... 246
Refueling................................................. 246
Fuel Economy........................................... 249
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 19, 248
Message.................................................. 318
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 19, 247
Fuses.......................................................... 321
Inspecting and Changing......................... 323
Locations......................................... 321, 322

341Index
VSA® OFF.......................................... 72, 236
Information.............................................. 325
Instant Fuel Economy................................ 87
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge.................... 82
Instrument Panel........................................ 67
Brightness Control .................................. 125
Interior Lights........................................... 134
Interior Rearview Mirror......................... 128JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 308
Jump Starting........................................... 312KKey Number Tag...................................... 106
Keyless Lockout Prevention..................... 108
Keys........................................................... 105
Lockout Prevention ................................. 108
Master Keys ............................................ 105
Number Tag............................................ 106
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 110
Remote Transmitter ................................ 107
Types and Functions................................ 105
Valet Key ................................................ 106
Won’t Turn ............................................... 22
Kickdown.................................................. 218LLane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 232Language (HFL)......................................... 176
LATCH (Child Seats).................................... 57
Lights................................................. 120, 271
Automatic ............................................... 121
Bulb Replacement.................................... 271
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 123
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 75
Interior .................................................... 134
Light Switches ......................................... 120
Lights On Indicator .................................... 75
Turn Signals............................................. 120
Load Limits................................................ 211
Locking and Unlocking............................ 105
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 111
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 110
From Inside.............................................. 109
From Outside........................................... 107
Keys ........................................................ 105
Using a Key ............................................. 108
Lockout Prevention System...................... 108
Low Battery Charge (12 volt)................... 317
Low Fuel Indicator...................................... 70
Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. 72, 317
Low Temperature Indicator....................... 76
Lower Anchor............................................. 57
Lubricant Specifications Chart................. 326
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)............. 211
MMaintenance............................................. 251
Battery .................................................... 288
Brake Fluid .............................................. 269
Cleaning ................................................. 291
Climate Control....................................... 290
Coolant ................................................... 266
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 255
Oil ........................................................... 261
Precautions ............................................. 252
Radiator .................................................. 267
Remote Transmitter ................................. 289
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 271
Safety...................................................... 253
Service Items ........................................... 257
Tires ........................................................ 279
Transmission Fluid ................................... 268
Under the Hood ...................................... 259
Maintenance MinderTM............................ 255
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............. 69, 318
Map Lights................................................ 134
Maximum Load Limit............................... 211
MENU Button............................................. 91
Meters, Gauges........................................... 82
Mirrors...................................................... 128
Adjusting ................................................ 128
Door ....................................................... 128
Exterior ................................................... 128
Interior Rearview ..................................... 128
Modifications and Accessories................. 250
MP3................................................... 155, 163

342Index
Multi-Information Display.......................... 83NNumbers (Identification).......................... 328OOdometer.................................................... 86
Oil (Engine)............................................... 261
Adding .................................................... 263
Checking ................................................. 262
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 255
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 72, 317
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 261
Viscosity .................................................. 261
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 260
Power Windows ...................................... 117
Trunk....................................................... 112
Outside Temperature Display.................... 87
Overheating.............................................. 315PPandora®................................................... 161
Panic Mode............................................... 116
Parking...................................................... 244
Parking Brake............................................ 240
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator............................................ 68, 319
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 50Passing Indicators..................................... 120
Playing Bluetooth® Audio........................ 166
Power Flow Monitor.................................. 90
Power Windows....................................... 117
Precautions While Driving....................... 217
Rain ........................................................ 217
Pregnant Women....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire).......................................... 305
RRadiator.................................................... 267
Radio (AM/FM)......................................... 150
Radio Data System (RDS)......................... 152
Range.......................................................... 86
RDS (Radio Data System)......................... 152
Readiness Code (Emissions Testing)........ 331
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button..................................................... 126
Rearview Mirror....................................... 128
Refueling.................................................. 246
Fuel Gauge................................................ 82
Gasoline .......................................... 246, 326
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Regulations............................... 238, 281, 329
Remote Transmitter................................. 107
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 288
Bulbs ....................................................... 271
Fuses ............................................... 321, 322
Tires ........................................................ 285Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 277
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 330
Resetting a Trip Meter............................... 86
SSafe Driving................................................ 27
Safety Check............................................... 31
Safety Labels.............................................. 65
Safety Message.......................................... 25
Seat........................................................... 129
Adjusting ................................................ 129
Front Seat ............................................... 129
Seat Belts.................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 59
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 33
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 70
Seat Heaters............................................. 139
Security System
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 75
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 76
SEL/RESET Knob.......................................... 84
Select Lever........................................ 18, 219
Operation ......................................... 18, 220
Releasing ................................................ 314