HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2014 9.G Owners Manual

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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
High beam headlight: 60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight: 51 W (HB4 for halogen bulb type)
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overhe at and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk, have the aiming readjusted
at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
When replacing a halogen bu lb, handle it by its base,
and protect the glass from c ontact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Tab Coupler
Bulb
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uDaytime Running Light Bulbs
Maintenance
1. Remove the holding clip using a flat-tip
screwdriver, then remo ve the upper part of
the windshield washer reservoir.
2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
Daytime Running Light Bulbs
Daytime running light bulbs are LED type. Ha ve an authorized Honda dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
■Low Beam Headlights1 Low Beam Headlights
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the
central pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the central pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Central pin
Push until the
pin is flat.
ClipPassenger’s side
Coupler
Driver’s and passenger’s side
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFront Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the light being replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.
2. Remove the holding clips, and pull the inner
fender back.
3. Turn the socket to the left and remove it,
then remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb.
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light: 28/8 W
1Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
When removing the clip, insert a flat-tip screwdriver,
then lift and remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the pin raised, and push until it is
flat.
Clip
Push until the
pin is flat
Clip Inner
Fender
Bulb Socket
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the holding cl ips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, then pull the lining back.
2. Turn the socket to th e left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
3. Insert a new bulb.
Brake/Taillight and R ear Side Maker Bulbs
Brake/rear taillight and rear side marker bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized
Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber)
1 Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
When removing the clip, insert a flat-tip screwdriver,
then lift and remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the pin raised, and push until it is
flat.
Clip
Push until the
pin is flat
Lining
Clip
Bulb Socket
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBack-Up Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Back-Up Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the screw from the center of the
fastener using a Phillips-head screwdriver.
2. Remove the holding clips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, then pull the lining back.
2Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs P. 303
3.Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
4. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
Taillight Bulbs
Taillight bulbs in the trunk lid are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
Back-Up Light: 16 W
Lining
Fastener
Clip
Bulb Socket
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear License Plate Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Rear License Plate Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the screw from the center of the
fastener using a Phillips-head screwdriver.
2. Remove the holding cl ips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, then pull the lining back.
2Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs P. 303
3.Remove the license plat e light assembly by
squeezing the tabs on both sides of the
socket.
4. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
High-Mount Bra ke Light Bulbs
High-mount brake light bulbs are LED type . Have an authorized Honda dealer
inspect and replace the light assembly.
Rear License Plate Light: 5 W
Lining
Fastener
Clip
Bulb
Socket
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the metal wiper
arm may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Place a cloth on the edge of the lock tab.
Push the lock tab up with a flat-tip screw
driver.
3. Slide the blade from the wiper arm.1Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m; it may damage the
windshield.
Lock Tab
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by
pulling the tabbed end out.
5. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade
that has been removed, and mount to a
new rubber blade.
u Correctly align the rubber protrusion and
the retainer grooves.
6. Slide the new wiper bl ade onto the holder
from the bottom end.
u The tab on the holder should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.
7. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm,
then push down the lock tab.
8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.
Blade
Top Retainer
Blade
Tab Indent
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
■Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or spec ification’s page for the specified pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires, including the spare. Even tires in good condition can lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm
2) per month.
■Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.
Look for:
• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread. Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the si de of the tire. Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have a deal er check the wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators P. 313
•Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or releas e air until the specified
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm
2) higher than if
checked when cold.
Whenever tire pressure is adjusted, you must
calibrate the TPMS. 2 TPMS Calibration P. 263
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. Ne w tires and any that have
been removed and reinst alled should be properly
balanced.
3WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding ti re inflation and
maintenance.
U.S. models
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uTire and Loading Information Label
Continued
Maintenance
Tire and Loading Information Label
The label attached to the driver’s doorj amb provides necessary tire and loading
information.
Tire Labeling
The tires that came on your vehicle have a
number of markings. Those you should be
aware of are described below.
Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size.
1Tire and Loading Information Label
The tire and loading informat ion label attached to the
driver’s doorjamb contains:
aThe number of people your vehicle can carry.
bThe total weight your vehicle can carry. Do not
exceed this weight.
cThe original tire sizes for front, rear, and spare.
dThe proper cold tire pressure for front, rear, and
spare.
Label
Example
Example Tire Size
Tire
Identification
Number (TIN)
Maximum
Tire Load
Maximum
Tire Pressure
Tire Size
■Tire Size
1 Tire Size
Following is an example of tire size with an
explanation of what each component means.
P195/65 R15 89S
P: Vehicle type (P indi cates passenger vehicle).
195: Tire width in millimeters.
65: Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a
percentage of its width).
R: Tire construction code (R indicates radial).
15: Rim diameter in inches.
89: Load index (a numerical code associated with the
maximum load the tire can carry).
S: Speed symbol (an alphabe tical code indicating the
maximum speed rating).
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