Honda 2004 Civic 3-Door User Manual

2004 Civic 3-Door Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................2
Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................49
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features ................................................................................................85
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving..................................................................................................................................109
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ..............................................................................................................................................121
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................129
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................165
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................187
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................199
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................203
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index...................................................................................................................................................... I
Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

Honda 2004 Civic 3-Door Specifications

General

Brand	Honda
Model	2004 Civic 3-Door
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Owner's Identification

Introduction

A Few Words About Safety

Your Vehicle at a Glance

Driver and Passenger Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Key safety recommendations for operating the vehicle safely.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Overview of features designed to protect occupants during a crash.

Protecting Adults and Teens

Guidelines for properly protecting adult and teenage passengers.

Protecting Children – General Guidelines

All Children Must Be Restrained

Emphasizes the legal requirement and safety necessity for restraining all children.

Protecting Infants and Small Children

Specific guidance on safely seating infants and young children in appropriate car seats.

Installing a Child Seat

Step-by-step instructions for correctly installing child safety seats.

Instruments and Controls

Instrument Panel Indicators

Explanation of the various warning and indicator lights on the instrument panel.

Gauges

Information on the odometer, trip meter, fuel, and temperature gauges.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Location and operation of controls on or near the steering wheel.

Features

Vents, Heating, and A/C

How to use the climate control system for comfort in various weather conditions.

Playing the Radio

Instructions for operating the vehicle's radio system, including tuning and presets.

Cruise Control

How to use the cruise control system for maintaining set speeds on highways.

Before Driving

Fuel Recommendations

Information on recommended gasoline types and octane ratings for optimal performance.

Service Station Procedures

Steps for fueling the vehicle and performing basic checks at a service station.

Carrying Cargo

Guidelines for safely loading and securing cargo to maintain vehicle stability.

Driving

Starting the Engine

Procedures and tips for starting the engine in various conditions, including cold weather.

Manual Transmission

How to operate the manual transmission, including shifting and engine speed limits.

Braking System

Explanation of the vehicle's braking system design and wear indicators.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Essential safety precautions to follow when performing vehicle maintenance.

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended service intervals for normal and severe driving conditions.

Tires

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

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Changing a Flat Tire

Detailed steps for safely changing a flat tire with the spare.

If the Engine Won’t Start

Troubleshooting guide for diagnosing and resolving engine starting issues.

Jump Starting

Safe procedures for jump-starting a vehicle with a dead battery.

Technical Information

Identification Numbers

Location of essential vehicle identification numbers like VIN and engine numbers.

Specifications

Key dimensions, weights, engine, and fluid capacity specifications for the vehicle.

Emissions Controls

Overview of the vehicle's emissions control systems and their operation.

Warranty and Customer Relations

Warranty Coverages

Summary of new vehicle, emissions, and parts warranties provided.

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

How to report potential safety defects to NHTSA and the manufacturer.

Authorized Manuals