Honda 1990 Civic Sedan User Manual

1990 Civic Hatchback/Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Features & Safety ............................................................................................................................... 2
What you should know before driving your car.
Starting & Driving............................................................................................................................. 54
What gas to use, how to change gears, etc.
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................... 68
The Required Maintenance Schedule and some items you can service.
Emergency Service ......................................................................................................................... 103
Changing a flat, jump starting, towing.
Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 113
Dimensions, weights and capacities.
Consumer Information .................................................................................................................... 119
Reporting Safety Detects, warranty service, vehicle identification numbers, etc.
Index ................................................................................................................................................ 128
Gas Station Information
Contents
Owner's Identification

Honda 1990 Civic Sedan Specifications

General

Brand	Honda
Model	1990 Civic Sedan
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Keys and Locks Operation

Door Lock Operation

How to lock and unlock doors, including hatchback and sedan differences.

Hatch/Trunk Lid Locking

Procedures for opening and locking the hatchback and trunk lids.

Child Proof Door Locks

How to activate child proof locks to prevent accidental rear door opening.

Gasoline Fuel and Maintenance

Gasoline Fuel Guidelines

Details on recommended unleaded gasoline, octane, and alcohol content.

Fuel Filler Door and Cap

Procedure for opening the fuel filler door and handling the fuel cap.

Improving Gas Mileage

Tips and advice for maximizing fuel economy and maintaining car condition.

Engine Starting and Ignition

Ignition Switch Functions

Explains the four positions of the ignition switch and their functions.

Engine Starting Procedures

Step-by-step guide for starting the engine in normal and cold weather.

Safety and Restraint Systems

General Safety Items

Pre-drive checks, driving reminders, and parking procedures for safety.

Seat Adjustment and Restraints

Instructions for adjusting front seats, seat-backs, and head restraints.

Seat Belt Usage and Systems

Information on wearing and proper use of front and rear seat belts.

Child Restraint System Installation

Guidelines and precautions for using child restraint systems in the vehicle.

Driving and Transmission Operation

Cruise Control System

Instructions for setting, canceling, and changing cruise control speed.

Hood Mechanism

Procedure for opening, securing, and closing the vehicle's hood.

Heating and Cooling Controls

Controls for ventilation, heating, air conditioning, and defrosting.

Shifting the Automatic Transmission

Operating the automatic transmission, including shift lock release.