transmission fluid HONDA CIVIC SEDAN 2021 Owner's Manual (in English)

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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause elec trical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
NOTICE
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel in
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY
( q*1
while driving, the engine will shut down and all
steering and brake power a ssist functions will stop,
making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not select
( N while driving as you will lose engine
braking (and accelera tion) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 512
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 513Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 514
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 515
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 521Opening the Hood ........................... 523
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 524
Oil Check ......................................... 525
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 527
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 528
Engine Coolant ................................ 531
Transmission Fluid ............................ 533
Brake Fluid ....................................... 534
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 535
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 536
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 545Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 548
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 549
Tire Labeling .................................... 549
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 551Wear Indicators................................ 553
Tire Service Life ................................ 553 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 554
Tire Rotation .................................... 555
Winter Tires ..................................... 556
Battery ............................................... 558
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 560
Climate Control System Maintenance....562CleaningInterior Care .................................... 563
Exterior Care.................................... 565
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 568
Modifications................................... 569
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA ®)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Exhaust system
#
•Fuel lines and connections#*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
every 25,000 miles (40,000 km).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
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
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*5
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 9, 1, 2, or 3
if they are noisy.
Canadian models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
every 40,000 km (25,000 miles).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
0●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
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
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*5
9●Service front and rear brakes●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA ®)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Exhaust system
#
•Fuel lines and connections#
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the continuously variable transmission fluid
yourself.
■Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda HCF-2
1 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda HCF-2 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Honda HCF-2 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 Hond a HCF-2 is not covered by
Honda's new vehicle limited warranty.
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uuIndicator, Comi ng On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
■Reason for the indicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately. 2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 592
U.S.
Canada
(Red)
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uuSpecifications u
Continued
Information
■
Brake Fluid
■ Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda HCF-2
Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
Change
including
filter
4.4 US qt (4.2 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.4 US gal (5.32 L)
(change including the remaining
0.2 US gal (0.75 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Original tire size is mentioned on the tire information label on
the driver’s doorjamb.
*2: Models with 215/55R16 tires
*3: Models with 235/40R18 tires
Regular
Size*1215/55R16 93H
235/40R18 91W
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])Front32 (220 [2.2])*2
33 (225 [2.3])*3
Rear32 (220 [2.2])*2, *3
Compact
Spare Size
T125/80D16 97M
*2
T125/70R17 98M*3
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular16 x 7J*2
18 x 8J*3
Compact Spare16 x 4T*2
17 x 4T*3
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■
Brake Fluid
■ Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda HCF-2
Capacity Change 3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.4 US qt (3.2 L)
Change
including
filter
3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.34 US gal (5.09 L)
(change including the remaining
0.2 US gal (0.75 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Original tire size is mentioned on the tire information label on
the driver’s doorjamb.
*2: Models with 215/50R17 tires
*3: Models with 235/40R18 tires
Regular
Size*1215/50R17 91H
235/40R18 91W
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])Front32 (220 [2.2])*2
33 (225 [2.3])*3
Rear32 (220 [2.2])*2, *3
Compact
SpareSizeT125/80D16 97M*2
T125/70R17 98M*3
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7J*2
18 x 8J*3
Compact Spare16 x 4T*2
17 x 4T*3
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Index
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 497
Indicator ............................................ 80, 497
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator ............................................ 80, 497
Automatic Lighting .................................. 159
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 112
Average Speed .......................................... 112
B
Battery....................................................... 558
Charging System Indicator ................. 82, 589
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 583
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 558
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 560
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 184
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 224, 280
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®........... 355, 382
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 74
Brake System ............................................. 494
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 499
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 497
Brake Assist System ................................. 500
Fluid ........................................................ 534
Foot Brake ............................................... 496
Indicator (Amber)............................... 79, 592
Indicator (Red) ........................... 78, 591, 592
Parking Brake .......................................... 494
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 168
Built-in Key ................................................ 128 Bulb Replacement
.................................... 536
Brake Lights, Tail/Rear Si de Marker Lights, Rear
Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up Lights ... 543
Fog Lights ............................................... 538
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 541
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 540
Headlights ............................................... 536
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 544
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 542
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 544
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 542
Taillights.................................................. 544
Bulb Specifications ........................... 604, 606
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 75
Carrying Cargo ................................. 417, 419
Certification Label .................................... 608
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 536
Charging System Indicator ................. 82, 589
Child Safety ................................................. 62
Childproof Door Locks............................. 140
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 144
Child Seat .................................................... 62
Booster Seats ............................................ 74
Child Seat for Infants................................. 64
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 65
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 69 Larger Children ......................................... 73
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 64
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 66
Using a Tether .......................................... 71
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 140
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 565
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 563
Climate Control System ........................... 193
Changing the Mode................ 193, 194, 195
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 197
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 562
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 196
Sensors ................................................... 200
Synchronization Mode ............................ 199
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 193
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 453
Coat Hooks ............................................... 190
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 453
Compact Spare Tire .................. 573, 605, 607
Console Compartment ............................. 183
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping................................................. 431
Fluid ....................................................... 533
Kickdown ............................................... 431
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 24, 433, 435
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 586
Shifting ........................................... 432, 434
Controls .................................................... 125
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Index
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 531
Adding the Coolant ................................ 532
Overheating ............................................ 587
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 431
Cup Holders .............................................. 184
Customer Service Information ................ 617
Customized Features ............... 115, 318, 325
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 161
Dead Battery ............................................ 583
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 351
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 197
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 609
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 158
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 170
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 525
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 157
Display Setup .................................... 215, 250
Display/Information Button ............ 110, 228
Door Mirrors ............................................. 171
Doors ........................................................ 128
Auto Door Locking.................................. 141
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 141
Door Open Message ........................... 37, 95
Keys........................................................ 128 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Inside............................................... 138
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside............................................ 131
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 551
Driver Information Interface ................... 109
Warning and Information Messages .......... 95
Driving ....................................................... 415
Braking .................................................... 494
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 431
Shifting Position .............................. 432, 434
Starting the Engine .......................... 422, 425
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 562
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 11
ECON Button ............................................. 438
Elapsed Time ............................................. 112
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 85, 593
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 439
Emergency ................................................ 599
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 582
Emergency Trunk Opener ................ 144, 601
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 611
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 531
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 583
Oil ........................................................... 524
Starting ........................................... 422, 425 Switch Buzzer.......................................... 152
Engine Coolant ......................................... 531
Adding the Coolant................................. 532
Overheating ............................................ 587
Temperature Gauge ................................ 108
Engine Oil ................................................. 524
Adding .................................................... 527
Checking................................................. 525
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 516
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 81, 589
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 524
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 153
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 75
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 565
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 171
F
Features.................................................... 201
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 562
Oil ........................................................... 528
Flat Tire ..................................................... 573
Floor Mats ................................................. 564
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 534
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ..................................................... 533
Engine Coolant ....................................... 531
Windshield Washer ................................. 535
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