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Honda 2000 Civic Sedan User Manual

Honda 2000 Civic Sedan
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Contents
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................ii
Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................51
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features .............................................................................................. 89
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving..................................................................................................................................141
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ..............................................................................................................................................155
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................173
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................231
Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs.
Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................237
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................261
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................273
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................279
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index...................................................................................................................................................... I
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
Service Information Summary
Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference.
For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com.
If you have a Civic refer to Civic Sedan GX Owner’s Manual Supplement
for additional information.
Owner's Identification Form

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Honda 2000 Civic Sedan Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHonda
Model2000 Civic Sedan
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

A Few Words About Safety

Driver and Passenger Safety

Seat Belts

Information on the importance and proper use of seat belts.

Protecting Adults

2.Adjust the Front Seats

How to adjust front seats to reduce injury risk from airbags or impact.

Protecting Children

All Children Must Be Restrained

Importance and legal requirements for restraining children in vehicles.

Protecting Infants

Child Seat Type

Types of seats suitable for infants and their proper use.

Rear-Facing Child Seat Placement

Where to place rear-facing child seats, emphasizing the back seat.

Additional Information About Your SRS

SRS Components

Description of the components of the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).

How Your Airbags Work

Explanation of how airbags deploy during a collision.

Instruments and Controls

Gauges

Description of the speedometer, tachometer, fuel, and temperature gauges.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Details on controls located on the steering column and dashboard.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

How to use the heating and air conditioning system for comfort.

How to Use the System

Steps for setting up ventilation, heating, cooling, and defrosting.

Audio System (U.S. DX and LX, and Canadian LX and SE)

Operation of the standard AM/FM stereo audio system and its features.

Operating the Optional Cassette Player

Instructions for using the cassette player, including Dolby B noise reduction.

Audio System (Canadian EX)

Operation of the audio system specific to Canadian EX models.

Operating the Cassette Player

Instructions for the cassette player on Canadian EX models.

Operating the Optional CD Player/Changer

How to operate the optional CD player/changer.

Audio System (U.S. DX Value Package and EX)

Operation of the audio system for U.S. DX Value Package and EX models.

Operating the Radio

How to operate the radio for U.S. DX Value Package and EX models.

Radio Frequencies and Reception

Information on AM/FM radio frequencies and signal reception factors.

Before Driving

Gasoline

Recommended unleaded gasoline type and octane rating for optimal performance.

Filling the Fuel Tank

Step-by-step instructions for safely filling the fuel tank.

Driving

Starting the Engine

Procedures for starting the engine under various conditions, including cold weather.

The Braking System

Explanation of the braking system, including wear indicators and ABS.

Anti-lock Brakes

How the ABS system works and its proper usage for safety.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Essential safety precautions to follow when performing vehicle maintenance.

Important Safety Precautions

Key safety measures to take before starting any maintenance task.

Maintenance Schedule

Schedules for regular servicing based on time and mileage.

Engine Oil

Information on recommended oil, checking levels, and changing oil and filter.

Adding Oil

Step-by-step guide for adding engine oil to the vehicle.

Recommended Oil

Guidance on selecting the correct type and viscosity of engine oil.

Cooling System

Information on adding and replacing engine coolant.

Transmission Fluid

How to check and refill automatic and manual transmission fluid.

Brake and Clutch Fluid

How to check and refill brake and clutch fluid levels.

Tires

Information on tire inflation, inspection, rotation, and replacement.

Inflation

Proper tire inflation for optimal handling, tread life, and comfort.

Recommended Tire Pressures for Normal Driving

Recommended cold tire pressures for normal driving conditions.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Changing a Flat Tire

Step-by-step instructions for safely changing a flat tire.

If Your Engine Won't Start

Diagnosing and addressing issues when the engine fails to start.

Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly

Troubleshooting procedures for a slow or non-responsive starter motor.

Jump Starting

How to safely jump start the car using a booster battery.

If Your Engine Overheats

What to do if the engine overheats and how to diagnose the cause.

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Understanding the low oil pressure indicator and immediate actions.

Charging System Indicator

What the charging system indicator means and troubleshooting steps.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Understanding the malfunction indicator lamp for emissions control systems.

Brake System Indicator

What the brake system indicator light signifies and how to respond.

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