oil reset HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2015 9.G Quick Guide

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VISUAL INDEX
Quickly locate items in the vehicle’s interior.
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
1 Lights/turn signals/LaneWatch
button* p. 31, p. 32, p. 78
2 SEL/RESET knob p. 26
Brightness control p. 31
3 Wipers/washers p. 32
4 Cruise control buttons p. 75
5 Horn
6 Voice recognition buttons p. 52,
p. 59
7 Instrument panel p. 22
8 intelligent Multi-Information Display
(i-MID) p. 26
9 MENU button/SOURCE button
p. 38, p. 41, p. 59
Audio controls p. 41
i-MID button p. 26
10 Hood release handle p. 97
11 ENGINE START/STOP button p. 70
12 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) OFF
button p. 71
13 ECON button p. 73
VISUAL INDEX
*if equipped
1128
54
11
10
72313
69
*if equipped
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)* ...76
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)* ... 77
LaneWatch™* ................................... 78
Rearview Camera* ........................... 79
Multi-View Rear Camera* ............... 80
Refueling ............................................ 81
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED ....... 82
Smart Entry Remote Battery
Strength .............................................. 82
Shift Lever Does Not Move ............. 82
Jump Starting .................................... 83
Overheating ........................................ 84
Emergency Engine Stop* ................. 85
Emergency Towing ........................... 85
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)* .............................................. 86
Tire Repair Kit .................................... 87
Changing a Flat Tire .......................... 88
Fuse Locations ................................... 91
MAINTENANCE ................................. 94
Safety Precautions ........................... 94
Maintenance Minder™.................... 95 Under the Hood .................................. 97
Engine Oil ........................................... 98
Engine Coolant .................................. 100
Checking the 12-Volt Battery .......... 101
Window Washer Fluid ..................... 101
Changing Wiper Blades ................... 102
Tire Information ................................. 103
Tire Labeling ...................................... 106
DOT Tire Quality Grading ................. 107
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) - Required Federal
Explanation ........................................ 109
Testing of Readiness Codes ............ 110
SPECIFICATIONS ............................... 111
CUSTOMER INFORMATION ............. 112
Frequently Asked Questions/
Troubleshooting ................................ 112
Contact Us .......................................... 113
Honda Roadside Assistance ........... 113
Warranty Coverages ......................... 114
VOICE COMMAND INDEX ................ 115
INDEX .................................................. 120

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
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
ull

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
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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