Honda Civic 5 Owners Manual

Replace your tyres with radial tyres
of the same size, load range, speed
rating, and maximum cold tyre
pressure rating (as shown on the
tyre’s sidewall).
Mixing radial and bias-ply tyres on
your vehicle can reduce braking
ability, traction, and steering
accuracy. Using tyres of a dif f erent
size or construction can cause the
ABS and vehicle stability assist
system (VSA) to work inconsistently. If you purchase directional tyres,
rotate only front-to-back.
When the tyres are rotated, make
sure the air...

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Tyres
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Installing improper tyres on
your vehicle can affect
handling and stability. This
can cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Always use the size and type
of tyres recommended in the
tyre information label on
your vehicle.16x61/2J
16x61/2J
17x7J205/55R16 91V...

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´ Because of the limited winter
qualif ication of summer tyres f or
winter use we recommend the use of
winter tyres (M S tyres) on snowy
and icy roads. If M S tyres are
installed, all f our wheels should be
equipped to insure saf e driving. Use
only tyres of the same brand with
the same profile. Pay attention to the
tyre size, load capacity and speed
class when buying. The sizes of wheels and tyres
installed on your vehicle vary
depending on models.
See the tyre inf ormation label on the
driver’s...

Use snow chains only in an
emergency or when they are legally
required f or driving through a
certain area. Install the snow chains
on the f ront wheels. Use greater
cautionwhendrivingwithsnow
chains on snow or ice. They may
have less-predictable handling than
good winter tyres without chains.
Some snow chains may damage the
vehicle’s tyres, wheels, suspension,
brake lines and body. Choose only
f ine limbed chains which guarantee
enough f ree space between the tyre
and the other vehicle parts in the...

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doorjamb. Use only the specif ied chains or their equivalents f or your tyres as listed.
On 225/45R17 tyres, you cannot install any type of tyre chains. If you
have to use tyre chains, replace the original tyres with the optional
205/55R16 tyre.Chain Type Original Tyre Size
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2:
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For EU models
Tyres
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RUD-matic classic 48482 or equivalents
Not Available 205/55R16
225/45R17
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Check the condition of the battery
monthlybylookingatthetest
indicator window. The label on the
battery explains the test indicator’s
colours.Check the terminals f or corrosion (a
white or yellowish powder). To
remove it, cover the terminals with a
solution of baking soda and water. It
will bubble up and turn brown. When
this stops, wash it of f with plain
water. Dry off the battery with a
cloth or paper towel. Coat the
terminals with grease to help prevent
f uture corrosion. The location of the test...

µ If additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your dealer or a
qualif ied technician.
If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( ) cable first, and
reconnect it last.
Checking the Battery
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The battery contains sulfuric
acid (electrolyte) which is
highly corrosive and
poisonous.
Getting electrolyte in your
eyes or on your skin can
cause serious burns. Wear
protective...

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On vehicles with i-SHIFT On the right-hand drive types
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, you must
move the shift lever to neutral and
press on the brake pedal to reset the
neutral position af ter reconnecting
the battery. You press on the brake
pedal f or about 3 seconds until the
gear position indicator shows N the
next time you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. Flushwithwaterfromacup
or other container f or at least 15
minutes. (Water under pressure can...

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µ Loosen the bolt on the negative
battery cable, then disconnect the
cable f rom the negative ( )
terminal.
Always disconnect the negative
( ) cable f irst, and reconnect it
last. When you remove and replace the
battery, always f ollow the
maintenance instructions in
Maintenance Saf ety on page and
the warnings in this section to
prevent potential hazards.Make sure the ignition switch is in
the LOCK (0) position.
Open the bonnet. 1.
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(For EU countries)
Replacing the Battery
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´To install a new battery, reverse this
procedure.
This symbol on the battery
means that this product must
not be treated as household
waste.
An improperly disposed of battery
can be harmf ul to the environment
and human health.
Always conf irm local regulations f or
battery disposal. Open the positive battery terminal
cover. Loosen the bolt on the
positive battery cable, then
disconnect the cable f rom the
positive ( ) terminal.
Loosen the nut on each side of the
battery bracket with a wrench.
Pull the...