Honda Civic Dx G 2009 Owners Manual
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CONT INUED If you have the required service done but do not reset the display, or reset the display without doing the service, the system will not show the proper maintenance intervals. This canleadtoseriousmechanical problems because you will no longer have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed. Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can provide competent, ef f icient service. Press the SEL/RESET button f or more than 5 seconds. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil lif e will reset to ‘‘100.’’ Press the SEL/RESET button f or about 10 seconds. The engine oil lif e and the maintenance item code(s) will blink.4. 3. Maintenance Minder Important Maintenance Precautions Maint enance 295 — — y y (# y y
µ µ µ µ µ µ ÌEngine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page . Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you f ill the f uel tank. See page . Automatic transmission Check the f luid level monthly. See page . Brakes Check the f luid level monthly. See page . Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread f or wear and foreign objects. See page . Lights Check the operation of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. See page . U.S. Vehicles: According to state and federal regulations, f ailure to perf orm maintenance on the items marked with will not void your emissions warranties. However, all maintenance services should be perf ormed in accordance with the intervals indicated by the inf ormation display. Youshouldcheckthefollowing items at the specif ied intervals. If you are unsure of how to perf orm any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. However, service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect. Maintenance may be done by any qualif ied service f acility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service. Make sure to have the service f acility or person reset the display as previously described. Keep all receipts as proof of completion, and have the person who does the work f ill out your Honda Service History or Canadian Maintenance Log. Check your warranty booklet f or more inf ormation. We recommend using Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done. These are manuf actured to the same high quality standards as the original components, so you can be conf ident of their perf ormance and durability.251 253 308 310 324 312 Maintenance Minder Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA standards. Owner’s Maintenance Checks 296 — — y y (# y y
Î Î Ì Ì Ì Î Maintenance Minder 297 : If the message ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). Independent of maintenance message in the information display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years. See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the second column on page . NOTE:1: 296 Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil Replace engine oil and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system Fuel lines and connectionsMaintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Inspect drive belt Replace transmission fluid Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolant A B SymbolSymbol 1 2 3 4 51 1 Maintenance Minder — — y y (# y y
Î Î Fluid Locations Except Si model 298 RADIATOR CAPAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Light gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap)BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP : Except Canadian DX-G with manual transmission POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) — — y y (# y y
Fluid Locations Maint enance Si model 299 RADIATOR CAP WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR CLUTCH FLUID (Light gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange handle)BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP — — y y (# y y
Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s perf ormance and longevity. Always use a premium-grade detergent oil displaying the API Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving, and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle f or optimum engine protection. Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap, and tighten it securely. Wait a f ew minutes, and recheck the oil level on the engine oil dipstick. Do not f ill above the upper mark; you could damage the engine. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the valve cover. Pour the oil slowly and caref ully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately. Spilled oil could damage components in the engine compartment.Recommended Engine Oil A dding Engine Oil 300 API CERTIFICATION SEAL ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Except SiSi — — y y (# y y
µYou may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given f or a conventional motor oil: it displays the API certif ication seal, and it is the proper weight. You must f ollow the oil and f ilter change intervals shown on the information display. Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. Additives may adversely af f ect the engine or transmission perf ormance and durability. An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is pref erred f or improved f uel economy and year-round protection in your vehicle. You may use a 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your area never goes below 20°F ( 7°C). Make sure the API Certif ication Seal says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’ The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container’s label. Honda Motor Oil is the pref erred 5W-20 lubricant f or your vehicle. 5W-20 oil is f ormulated f or year- round protection of your vehicle, to improve cold weather starting and f uel economy.Synthetic Oil Engine Oil A dditives A ll models except Si:Si model: A dding Engine Oil Maint enance 301 Ambient TemperatureAmbient Temperature — — y y (# y y
Open the hood, and remove the engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil drain bolt and washer f rom the bottom of the engine. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. Always change the oil and f ilter according to the maintenance messages shown on the inf ormation display. The oil and f ilter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly. Changing the oil and f ilter requires special tools and access f rom underneath the vehicle. The vehicle should be raised on a service station- type hydraulic lif t f or this service. Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment, you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic.Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it off. 1. 2. Changing the Engine Oil and Filter 302 WASHER DRAIN BOLT WASHERDRAIN BOLT Except Si Si — — y y (# y y
Remove the oil f ilter, and let the remaining oil drain. A special wrench (available from your dealer) is required.Refill the engine with the recommended oil. Engine oil change capacity (including f ilter): Replace the engine oil f ill cap. Start the engine. The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5 seconds. If it does not, turn of f the engine, and check your work. Let the engine run f or several minutes, then check the drain bolt and oil f ilter f or leaks. Install a new oil f ilter according to the instructions that come with it. Make sure to clean of f any dirt and dust on the connecting surf ace of a new oil f ilter. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt. Tighten the drain bolt to: Make sure the oil f ilter gasket is not stuck to the engine block. If it is, remove it bef ore installing a new oil f ilter.5.6. 7. 8. 3. 4.Except Si Si CONT INUED Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Maint enance 303 OIL FILTER Except Si Si 3.9 US qt (3.7) 29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)4.6 US qt (4.4 ) — — y y (# y y
Always use Honda Long-lif e Anti- f reeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent antif reeze and 50 percent distilled water. Never add straight antif reeze or plain water. If the coolant level in the reserve tank is at or below the MIN line, add coolant to bring it up to the MAX line. Inspect the cooling system f or leaks. Turn of f the engine, let it sit f or several minutes, then check the oil level on the dipstick. If necessary, add more oil. 9.A dding Engine Coolant Changing the Engine Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant 304 RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK Si Except Si Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmf ul to the environment. If you change your own oil, please dispose of the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed container and take it to a recycling center. Do not discard it in a trash bin or dump it on the ground. — — y y (# y y