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
376
RESERVE TANK
MIN MAX UPPER MARK
LOWER MARKUPPER
MARK
LOWER
MARK1.4engine model Diesel models 1.8
engine model
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							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.
465444
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 automatic
transmission 1.8
engine model with manual
transmission
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							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
behind the corner vent. 1.3.
2.4.
Fuel Cutof f Switch (For some types)
Bef ore Driving378
Leaking fuel can ignite or
explode, causing you to be
seriously or fatally injured.
Always check for fuel leaks
before resetting the switch.SIDE PANEL
Right-hand drive type is shown.
FUEL CUTOFF SWITCH
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							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.
Everytimeyouslowdownand
speed up, your vehicle uses extra
fuel. Use the cruise control (on
some types) when appropriate.
The air conditioning puts an extra
load on the engine which makes it
usemorefuel.Usethefresh-air
ventilation when possible. Combine several short trips into
one. 444
For example,
Improving Fuel Economy
Owner’s
Maintenance Checks
Fuel Economy
Bef ore Driving379
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							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 installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interf ere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags and anti-lock brakes. Although non-Honda accessories
may f it on your vehicle, they may not
meet f actory specif ications, and
could adversely af f ect your vehicle’s
handling and stability.Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interf ere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
Bef ore installing any electronic
accessory, have the installer
contact your dealer for assistance.
If possible, have your dealer
inspect the f inal installation.
Do not install accessories on the
side pillars or across the rear
windows as these may interf ere
with proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.570 A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving380
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability,
and performance, and cause
a crash in which you can be
hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and
modifications.
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							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 ground
clearance can allow the
undercarriage to hit speed bumps
or other raised objects, which
could cause the airbags to deploy.
Raising your vehicle with an
af termarket suspension kit can
af f ect the handling and stability.
Non-Honda wheels, because they
are a universal design, can cause
excessive stress on suspension
components. Modif ying Your Vehicle
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving381
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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
382
: For some types LUGGAGE AREAREAR DOOR POCKET
FRONT DOOR POCKET
CENTRE POCKETGLOVE BOX
CENTRE CONSOLE CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
UNDER-FLOOR LUGGAGE AREAPASSENGER’S SEAT-BACK POCKET(P.185)
(P.184)
(P.185)
(P.189)
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							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 driver’s ability to operate the
pedals, and proper operation of the
seats. Do not stack items higher
than the back of the front seats.
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop.
Do not put any items on top of the
luggage area cover. They can
block your view and be thrown
around the vehicle during a crash. 588 Load Limits Carrying Items in the Passenger
Compartment
Carrying Luggage
Bef ore Driving383
Overloading or improper
loading can affect handling
and stability and cause a
crashinwhichyoucanbe
hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and
other loading guidelines in
this manual.
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							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 page for folding rear
seats.If you lif t up the rear seats, f ollow
the instructions above, and be sure
to keep luggage height below the
bottom of the window. If luggage
is higher, it could interf ere with
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.
Do not place items on the luggage
area cover, or stack objects higher
than the top of the back seat. They
could block your view and be
thrown about the vehicle during a
crash or sudden stop.
If you carry large items that
prevent you f rom closing the
tailgate, exhaust gas can enter the
passenger area. To avoid the
possibility of
, f ollow the instructions
on page .If you can carry any items on a
roof rack,besurethetotalweight
of the rack and the items does not
exceed the maximum allowable
weight. Please contact your dealer
for further information.
Concerning means of lashing and
retaining devices of f ered on the
accessory market, please contact
your dealer.
A normal bike rack must not be
fitted to the tailgate.If you use an accessory roof rack,
the roof rack weight limit may be
lower. Ref er to the inf ormation
that came with your roof rack.
66 170
Carrying Luggage
Bef ore Driving
Carrying Luggage in the Luggage
A rea or on a Roof Rack
carbon monoxide
poisoning
384
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							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
385
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