Honda Civic 5 Owners Manual

Look at the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
it is below the MIN line, see
on page f or
informationonaddingtheproper
coolant. If it is near or below the lower mark,
see on page
on petrol models, on diesel
models.459 461
463
Service Station Procedures
Bef ore Driving
Engine Coolant Check
A dding
Engine Coolant A dding Engine Oil
On pet rol models
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RESERVE TANK
MIN MAX UPPER MARK
LOWER MARKUPPER
MARK
LOWER
MARK1.4engine model Diesel models...

The coolant level in the expansion
tank should be checked only when
the engine and the cooling system
are cold. Make sure it is between the
MAX and MIN lines. If it is below
the MIN line, see
on page .Refer to
on page f or inf ormation
about checking other items on your
vehicle.
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A dding Engine
CoolantOwner’s Maintenance
Checks
On Diesel models
Service Station Procedures
Bef ore Driving377
MINDiesel models
EXPANSION TANK
RESERVE TANKMAX LINE
MIN LINE
MAXMINRESERVE TANK
MAX
1.8
engine model with...

The f uel cutof f switch is behind the
driver’s side corner vent. To access
the switch:Af ter the switch has activated, it
must be reset by pressing the button
bef ore the engine can be restarted. In a collision or sudden impact, this
switch automatically cuts of f the f uel
supply to the engine.
Open the driver’s door.
Pry the lower f ront side of the side
panel under the door seal, then
pull out the side panel caref ully.Removethesidepanelof the
dashboard caref ully.
Locate the fuel cutoff switch...

Always maintain your vehicle
according to the maintenance
schedule. See
(see page
).
an underinf lated tyre
causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’
which uses more f uel.
The build-up of snow or mud on
your vehicle’s underside adds
weight and rolling resistance.
Frequent cleaning helps your f uel
economy and reduces the chance
of corrosion.Drive moderately. Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering,
and hard braking use more f uel.
Always drive in the highest gear
possible.
Try to maintain a constant speed....

Your dealer has genuine Honda
accessories that allow you to
personalize your vehicle. These
accessories have been designed and
approved f or your vehicle.Bef ore installing any accessory:
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interf ere
with proper vehicle operation or
perf ormance. Modif ying your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make it unsaf e. Bef ore you make any
modif ications or add any accessories,
be sure to read the f ollowing
inf ormation.
When properly...

Larger or smaller wheels and tyres
can interf ere with the operation of
your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and
other systems.
Modif ying your steering wheel or
any other part of your vehicle’s
safety features can make the
systems inef f ective. Some examples are: Removing parts f rom your vehicle,
or replacing components with
non-Honda components could
seriously af f ect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, and reliability.
Lowering your vehicle with a
non-Honda suspension kit that
signif icantly reduces...

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Your vehicle has several convenient
storage areas:
Glove box
Door and seat-back pockets
Luggage area, including the rear
seats when f olded, and under-f loor
luggage area
Console compartment
Centre pocket
Roof -rack (if installed)
However, carrying too much luggage,
or improperly storing it, can af f ect
your vehicle’s handling, stability,
stopping distance, and tyres, and
make it unsaf e. Bef ore carrying any
type of luggage, be sure to read the
f ollowing pages.
Bef ore Driving
Carrying Luggage...

When you load luggage, the total
weight of the vehicle, all passengers,
luggage and towbar must not exceed
the maximum permissible weight.
The load f or the f ront and rear axles
also must not exceed the maximum
permissibleaxleweight.
Refer to page for the maximum
permissible weight and maximum
permissibleaxleweight.Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.
Besureitemsplacedonthefloor
behind the f ront seats cannot roll
under the seats and interf ere with
the...

Distribute luggage evenly on the
f loor of the luggage area, placing
the heaviest items on the bottom
and as far forward as possible.
Trytosecuretheitemswithrope
or cord so they will not shif t while
you are driving.
If youfolddowntheseat-backs,or
lift up the rear seats, tie down
items that could be thrown about
the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
Trytosecuretheitemswithrope
or cord so they will not shif t while
you are driving. Do not stack
items higher than the back of the
f ront seats.
Refer to...

To secure luggage, use the f our f loor
hooks in the luggage area. Make
sure all stored items are secured
bef ore driving.These hooks are also used to install
a net f or securing a f lat tyre (see
page ).536
On vehicles with spare tyre
Carrying Luggage
Bef ore Driving
Luggage Hooks
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