battery replacement HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2015 9.G Owners Manual

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 280
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..281
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 282
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 283
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 288
Opening the Hood ........................... 289
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 290
Oil Check ......................................... 291
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 292
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 293
Engine Coolant ................................ 295
Transmission Fluid ............................ 297
Brake Fluid ....................................... 298
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 299
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 300
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 306
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 308
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 309
Tire Labeling .................................... 309
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 311Wear Indicators................................ 313 Tire Service Life ................................ 313
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 314
Tire Rotation .................................... 315
Winter Tires ..................................... 316
12 Volt Battery .................................. 317
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 318
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 319Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 320
Exterior Care.................................... 322
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Maintenance
12 Volt Battery
Checking the 12 Volt Battery
Check the battery condition monthly and check the terminals for corrosion.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Reactivating the audio system P. 151
•The clock resets.
2 Clock P. 102
•The navigation system* is disabled.
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (-) cable first, and reconnect it last.
112 Volt Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Please consult a dealer for more information.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
* Not available on all models
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Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
2. Remove the upper half by carefully prying
on the edge with a coin.
u Remove carefully to avoid losing the
buttons.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the smart entry remote.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.1 Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
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uuWarranty Coverages u
Information
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from your dealer.
Replacement Muffler Life time Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to a ll these warranties. Please read the Honda
warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehi cle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.
■Canadian Owners
Please refer to the warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
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Index
Brake System............................................. 267
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 269
Brake Assist System ................................. 270
Brake System Indicator (Red) .............. 68, 351
Fluid ........................................................ 298
Foot Brake ............................................... 268
Indicator (Amber)....................................... 68
Indicator (Red) ................................... 68, 351
Parking Brake .......................................... 267
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 129
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 300
Back-Up Light .......................................... 304
Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Maker
Light ...................................................... 303
Bulb Specifications ................................... 358
Daytime Running Light ............................ 301
Front Turn Signal/Par king/Side Marker
Light ...................................................... 302
Headlights ............................................... 300
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 305
Rear License Plate Light............................ 305
Rear Turn Signal Light .............................. 303
Taillight ................................................... 304
Bulb Specifications .................................... 358
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Carrying Cargo .................................. 233, 235
CD Player ................................................... 167
Center Pocket ............................................ 141 Changing Bulbs
........................................ 300
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 349
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 112
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 116
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................ 63
Child 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 ............................. 112
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 322
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 320
Climate Control System ............................ 144
Changing the Mode ................................ 144
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 145
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 319
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 144
Sensors ................................................... 146
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 144
Clock .......................................................... 102
Coat Hook ................................................. 142
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 335, 359
Console Compartment ............................. 140
Controls ..................................................... 101 Coolant (Engine)
...................................... 295
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 296
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 295
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 76
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 76
Overheating ............................................ 347
Creep Aid System ..................................... 240
Creeping ................................................... 242
Cruise Control .......................................... 249
Indicator ................................................... 75
Cup Holders .............................................. 141
Customer Service Information ................ 368
Customized Features ......................... 93, 192
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 127
Dead Battery ............................................ 344
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 145
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 361
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 124
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 132
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 291
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 124
Display Button .......................................... 155
Display/Information Button ...................... 85
Door Mirrors ............................................. 132
Doors ........................................................ 103
Auto Door Locking.................................. 113
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Index
Shift Lever Position.................................... 69
Smart Entry System ................................... 79
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 49, 71
System Message ....................................... 74
Transmission ............................................. 70
Trunk Open .............................................. 72
Turn Signal ............................................... 74
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................ 71, 259
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 72, 260
Information .............................................. 357
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 89
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge .................... 84
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control .................................. 129
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) ....................................................... 85
Interior Lights ........................................... 139
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 132
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 338
Jump Starting ........................................... 344
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 104
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 109
Keys Lockout Prevention ................................. 109 Number Tag ............................................ 104
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 112
Remote Transmitter ................................. 106
Types and Functions ................................ 103
Won’t Turn ................................................ 24
Kickdown .................................................. 242
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) .............. 256
LaneWatchTM............................................. 261
Language (HFL) ......................................... 206
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 57
Lights ................................................. 124, 300
Automatic ............................................... 125
Bulb Replacement .................................... 300
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 127
High Beam Indicator .................................. 75
Interior .................................................... 139
Light Switches ......................................... 124
Lights On Indicator .................................... 75
Turn Signals ............................................. 124
Load Limits ................................................ 235
Locking and Unlocking ............................ 103
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 113
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 112
From Inside .............................................. 110
From Outside ........................................... 106
Keys ........................................................ 103
Using a Key ............................................. 109
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 109Low Battery Charge (12 volt)
................... 349
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 70
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 72, 349
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 105
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 76
Lower Anchor ............................................. 57
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 358
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 235M
Maintenance............................................. 279
Battery .................................................... 317
Brake Fluid .............................................. 298
Cleaning ................................................. 320
Climate Control System ........................... 319
Coolant ................................................... 295
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 283
Oil ........................................................... 290
Precautions ............................................. 280
Radiator .................................................. 296
Remote Transmitter ................................. 318
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 300
Safety...................................................... 281
Service Items ........................................... 286
Tires ........................................................ 308
Transmission Fluid ................................... 297
Under the Hood ...................................... 288
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 283
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 350
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Index
Map Lights................................................ 139
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 235
MENU Button .............................................. 93
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 84
Mirrors ....................................................... 132
Adjusting ................................................. 132
Door ........................................................ 132
Exterior .................................................... 132
Interior Rearview...................................... 132
Modifications and Accessories ................. 277
MP3 ............................................ 167, 175, 180
Multi-Information Display .......................... 85
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 360
O
Odometer.................................................... 88
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 290
Adding .................................................... 292
Checking ................................................. 291
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 284
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 72, 349
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 290
Viscosity .................................................. 290
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 289
Power Windows ...................................... 119
Trunk....................................................... 114 Outside Temperature Display
.................... 89
Overheating .............................................. 347
P
Pandora®................................................... 174
Panic Mode ............................................... 118
Parking ...................................................... 271
Parking Brake ........................................... 267
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator (Red) .................................. 68, 351
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 50
Passing Indicators ..................................... 124
Power Flow Monitor .................................. 92
Power Windows ....................................... 119
Precautions While Driving ....................... 241
Rain ........................................................ 241
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 335
R
Radiator.................................................... 296
Radio (AM/FM) ......................................... 161
Radio (XM ®).............................................. 164
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 162
Range .......................................................... 88
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 162
Readiness Code (Emissions Testing) ........ 363
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 130 Rearview Camera
..................................... 272
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 132
Refueling .................................................. 273
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 84
Gasoline ......................................... 273, 358
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Regulations ...................................... 265, 310
Remote Transmitter ................................. 106
Replacement Battery .................................................... 317
Bulbs ...................................................... 300
Fuses .............................................. 353, 354
Tires........................................................ 314
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 306
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 362
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 88
S
Safe Driving................................................ 27
Safety Check ............................................... 31
Safety Labels .............................................. 65
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat ........................................................... 134
Adjusting ................................................ 134
Front Seat ............................................... 134
Seat Heaters ........................................... 143
Seat Belts .................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
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