steering HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2015 9.G Quick Guide

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Learn about basic maintenance that you can perform on the vehicle yourse\
lf, as well
as information about how to best maintain the vehicle.
Safety Precautions
Some of the most important safety precautions are listed below; however, we cannot
warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing mainte\
nance.
Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
Maintenance Safety
• To reduce the possibility of fi re or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and fl ames away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
• Never leave rags, towels, or other fl ammable objects under the hood.
• To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline.
• Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery\
or compressed air.
• Do not run the engine in confi ned spaces where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate.
Vehicle Safety
• The vehicle must be stationary, and parked on level ground with the parking brake set and the engine off.
• Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
• Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem befo\
re driving
can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according t\
o
the schedules in this guide.
WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can \
cause
you to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and precautions in this guide.
WARNING
MAINTENANCE Maintenance Minder™
Reminds you when indicated maintenance service is due.
When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and a mes\
sage
appears on the display every time you turn the vehicle on. Press the Inf\
o button on
the steering wheel to change displays.
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fl\
uid every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
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Maintenance
Minder indicator
Main
items Sub
items
Maintenance Minder messageSystem message
indicator

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Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A

Replace engine oil*1
B
Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter

Inspect front and rear bra kes/service as necessary

Check parking brake adjustment

Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots

Inspect suspension components

Inspect driveshaft boots

Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)

Inspect all fluid levels and conditio n of fluids

Inspect exhaust system#

Inspect fuel lines and connections#

Check the expiration date for TRK bottle
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry
and diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1

Rotate tires
2
Replace air cleaner element*2

Replace dust and pollen filter*3

Inspect drive belt
3

Replace transmission fluid
4
Replace spark plugs

Inspect valve clearance
5

Replace engine coolant
U.S. models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and sys\
tems
may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using \
parts
that are certi ed to EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenan\
ce on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warran\
ties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.
Under the Hood
Engine oil
dipstick
(orange) Brake fl
uid
(black cap)
CVT fl uid
dipstick
(yellow)
12-volt
battery
Engine coolant reserve tank
Engine oil fi
ll
cap
W asher fl uid
(blue cap)
Radiator cap
Opening the Hood1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left corner of the dashboard.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center of the hood to release the lock mechanism, and open
the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp using the grip. Mount the support rod in the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the hood.
Remove your hand at a height of approximately
12 inches (30 cm) and let the hood close.
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strik\
e the
wipers, and may damage either the hood or the wipers.
Do not open the hood during auto idle stop operation.
NOTICE
Hood release handle
Lever
Support rod Grip
Clamp P
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Engine Oil
Park the vehicle on level ground, and wait approximately three minutes a\
fter turning
the engine off before you check the oil.
Checking the Oil
1. Remove the dipstick (orange handle).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.
Add oil if necessary.
Upper mark
Lower mark
Recommended Engine Oil
Honda Genuine Motor Oil
Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certi cation Seal on the container
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and
that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s
latest requirements.
Use Honda Genuine Motor Oil or another
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the
ambient temperature as shown.
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certifi\
cation Seal
and is of the specifi ed viscosity grade.
Ambient temperature
Adding Oil 1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fi ll cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fi ll cap, and tighten it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine oil dipstick.
Do not fi ll the engine oil above the upper mark. Overfi lling the engine oil can result
in leaks and engine damage.
NOTICE
Engine oil
fi ll cap
Resetting the Engine Oil Life If you change or replace the vehicle’s engine oil yourself, you must reset the
engine oil life. Use the steering wheel buttons to control the display.
1. Press MENU to go to the Vehicle Menu screen.
2. Select Vehicle Information.
3. Select Maintenance Info. The engine oil life appears on the i-MID.
4. Select oil life reset mode.
5. Select Yes. The engine oil life display returns to 100%.
Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance service results\
in the system
showing incorrect maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious mecha\
nical
problems.
NOTICE
5Engine oil
Air f ilter s
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INDEX
INDEX
INDEX
ABS .........................................................23
Accessory Power Socket ...........................40
Airbags ...........................................................8
System Components ................................12
System Indicators ....................................10
Ambient Meter........................................25, 73
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............23, 72
Audio Operation ...........................................40 Audio Commands ...................................118
Bluetooth
® Audio .....................................49
Compact Disc (CD) ...................................46
FM/AM Radio ............................................44
HDMI Port ..................................................40
HDMI Video ...............................................51
iPod
® .........................................................47
Pandora® ...................................................50
SiriusXM® Radio .......................................45
Sound .........................................................41
Steering Wheel Controls .........................41
Touchscreen Operation ..........................42
USB Flash Drive ........................................48
USB Port ....................................................40
Auto idle stop ..........................................25, 74
AUX Commands..........................................119
Battery .......................................................101
Bluetooth
® Audio .........................................49
Bluetooth® Audio Commands ..................119
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) .............52
Dialing a Number .....................................55
E-Mail .........................................................57
HFL Controls ..............................................52
HondaLink™ Assist ..................................58
Pairing a Phone ........................................54
Phonebook ................................................55
Siri Eyes Free ............................................58
SMS Text Messaging ..............................57
Speed Dial .................................................56
Talk Button Tips ........................................53
Brake Assist System....................................72
Brake system ..........................................22, 23
Braking .........................................................72
Brightness Control .......................................31
Built-in key ....................................................27
Calibration .....................................................86
Carbon Monoxide Gas...................................4
Changing a Flat Tire .....................................88
Changing Settings ........................................38
Charging system...........................................22
Childproof Door Locks .................................29
Child Safety ...................................................14
Child Seat ......................................................16 Adding Security with a Tether ...............19 LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ................17
Climate Control Commands ......................117
Climate Control System ...............................37
Clock .........................................................39
Compact Disc (CD) .......................................46
Condition Indicators ....................................24
Contact Us ...................................................113
Cruise Control .........................................25, 75
Customer Information................................112
Customized Features ...................................38
Dashboard, Ceiling, and Other Controls .....2
Destination ....................................................62
Detour .........................................................65
Dialing a Number .........................................55
Disc Commands..........................................118
Door Mirrors .................................................36
Door open ......................................................24
Door Operation .............................................29
DOT Tire Quality Grading ..........................107
Driving .........................................................66 Braking .......................................................72
Cruise Control ...........................................75
Eco Assist System ....................................73
ENGINE START/STOP button .................70
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .........76
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ............77
LaneWatch™ ............................................78
Maximum Load Limit ................................68
Power Mode .............................................70
Refueling ....................................................81
Shifting .......................................................71
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) ..............71
Eco Assist System........................................73
Ecological Drive Display .............................74
ECON Button .................................................73
ECON mode ...................................................25
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ...................23
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............71
E-Mail .........................................................57
Emergency Engine Stop ..............................85
Emergency Towing ......................................85
Engine and Fuel ..........................................111
Engine Coolant............................................100
Engine Oil.......................................................98
ENGINE START/STOP button .....................70
Exterior lights ..........................................25, 31
Fastening a Seat Belt ....................................7
FCW ...................................................25, 76
Find Nearest Place ......................................63
Find Place Commands ...............................116
Flat Tire .........................................................88
Floor Mats .....................................................34 Fluids .......................................................111
FM/AM Radio ................................................44
FM/AM Radio Commands .........................118
Foot Brake .....................................................72
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .......23, 76
Frequently Asked Questions ....................112
Front Airbags (SRS) .......................................8
Front Door Inner Handle .............................29
Fuel gauge .....................................................25
Fuel Information ...........................................81
Fuse Locations..............................................91
Gauges .........................................................25
HDMI Port......................................................40
HDMI Video ...................................................51
Headlight-Wiper Integration ......................32
Head Restraints ............................................35
High temperature .........................................23
Home Address ..............................................62
HondaLink™ ..................................................43
HondaLink™ Assist ......................................58
Honda Roadside Assistance ....................113
Hood .........................................................97
IMA .........................................................23
i-MID .........................................................26
Immobilizer ....................................................25
Info Commands...........................................117
Instant fuel economy gauge.......................25
Instrument Panel ..........................................22
Integrated Motor Assist (IMA)...................23
Intelligent Multi-Information Display
(i-MID) ............................................26
Interior Lights................................................31
Intermittent Wipers......................................32
iPod
® .........................................................47
iPod® Commands .......................................119
Jump Starting ...............................................83
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ..........23, 77
LaneWatch™ ................................................78
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts ...............................5
LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ....................17
LDW ...................................................23, 77
Light Bulbs...................................................111
Lights ...................................................25, 31
Lock Tab .........................................................29
Low fuel .........................................................24
Low oil pressure ...........................................22
Low temperature ..........................................23
Low tire pressure .........................................24
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Engine Coolant ........................................100
Engine Oil ...................................................98
Maintenance Minder™ ...........................95
Service Codes ...........................................96
Under the Hood ........................................97 Window Washer Fluid ...........................101
Wiper blades ...........................................102
Malfunction indicator lamp ........................23
Malfunction Indicators................................22
Map Display Commands ...........................115
Map Legend ..................................................64
Map Lights.....................................................31
Master Door Lock Switch ...........................29
Maximum Load Limit....................................68
Mirrors .........................................................36
Multi-View Rear Camera ............................80
Navigation .....................................................59 Detour ........................................................65
Display and Controls ................................60
Entering a Destination .............................62
Find Nearest Place ..................................63
Home Address ..........................................62
Map Legend ..............................................64
Navigation Commands ..........................115
Place Category .........................................63
Routing .......................................................64
Steering Wheel Controls .........................59
Street Address ..........................................62
Talk Button Tips ........................................61
Traffi c .........................................................65
Turn-by-Turn Directions ..........................64
Voice Prompt.............................................61
One-Touch Turn Signal ................................32
On/Off Indicators ..........................................25
On-screen Commands...............................117
Opening the Hood ........................................97
Overheating...................................................84
Pairing a Phone ............................................54
Pandora
® .......................................................50
Pandora® Commands ................................119
Parking brake..........................................24, 72
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................11
Phone .........................................................54
Phonebook ....................................................55
Phone Commands ......................................117
Place Category .............................................63
Power Door Mirrors.....................................36
Power Flow Monitor ....................................73
Power Mode .................................................70
Power Window Operation ..........................30
Readiness Codes........................................110
Rear Camera .................................................80
Rearview Camera.........................................79
Rearview Mirror ...........................................36
Refueling........................................................81
Remote Battery Strength ............................82
Remote Transmitter .....................................27
Reporting Safety Defects............................21
Roadside Assistance .................................113
Route Commands .......................................115

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INDEX
INDEX
Routing .........................................................64
Safety Information .........................................3
Airbags .........................................................8
Child Safety ...............................................14
Reporting Safety Defects ........................21
Safety Label Locations ............................21
Safety Messages .......................................3
Seat Belts ........................................................5 Fastening a Seat Belt ................................7
Seat Belt Inspection ..................................6
Seat Belt Reminder ..................................24
Shoulder Anchor ........................................7
Seat Heaters .................................................37
Seats .........................................................33
Service Codes...............................................96
Settings .........................................................38
Setting the Clock ..........................................39
Shifting .........................................................71
Shift Lever Does Not Move ........................82
Shoulder Anchor ............................................7
Side Airbags....................................................9
Side Curtain Airbags......................................9
Siri Eyes Free ................................................58
SiriusXM
® Radio ...........................................45
SiriusXM® Radio Commands ....................118
Smart Entry system ................................22, 28
SMS Text Messaging ..................................57
Sound .........................................................41
Specifi cations .............................................111
Speed Dial .....................................................56
Speedometer ................................................25
Steering Wheel.............................................36
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ........1
Steering Wheel Controls.......................41, 59
Street Address..............................................62
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ...10, 22
System message ..........................................25
Talk Button Tips ......................................53, 61
Text Messaging ............................................57
Tire Information ..........................................103 DOT Tire Quality Grading ......................107
Infl ation Guidelines ................................103
Tire and Loading Information Label ....104
Tire and Wheel Replacement ...............104
Tire Chains ...............................................105
Tire Identifi cation Number (TIN) ..........106
Tire Labeling ............................................106
Tire Service Life ......................................105
Tire Terminology .....................................106
Wear Indicators .....................................103
Winter Tires .............................................105
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...........................................23, 86, 109
Tire Repair Kit ...............................................87
Tires .......................................................111 Touchscreen Operation ..............................42
Towing .........................................................85
TPMS ...........................................23, 86, 109
Traffi c .........................................................65
Trip Computer ...............................................26
Troubleshooting ..........................................112
Trunk open .....................................................24
Trunk Opener ................................................29
Turn-by-Turn Directions ..............................64
Turn Signal ..............................................25, 32
USB Commands..........................................118
USB Flash Drive............................................48
USB Port ........................................................40
Vehicle .......................................................111
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) ............23, 71
Visual Index.....................................................1
Voice Command Index ..............................115
Voice Prompt ................................................61
VSA ...................................................23, 25
Warranty Coverages .................................114
Wear Indicators .........................................103
Window s .......................................................30
Window Washer Fluid ...............................101
Winter Tires .................................................105
Wiper Blades ..............................................102
Wiper Operation ...........................................32