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Honda 2004 Civic Si User Manual

Honda 2004 Civic Si
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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.

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Honda 2004 Civic Si Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHonda
Model2004 Civic Si
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Driver and Passenger Safety

Protecting Children General Guidelines

Offers essential guidelines for safely restraining infants and children in vehicles.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Seat Belts

Details the importance and function of vehicle seat belts.

Why Wear Seat Belts

Explains the primary safety benefits of wearing seat belts in all conditions.

Protecting Adults and Teens

Fasten and Position the Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts

Adjust the Steering Wheel

Maintain a Proper Sitting Position

Advice for Pregnant Women

Additional Safety Precautions

Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Lap/Shoulder Belt

Explains how to properly fasten and position the lap and shoulder belt.

Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

Additional Information About Your Airbags

How Your Front Airbags Work

Explains the mechanism and timing of front airbag deployment.

Dual-Stage Airbags

Dual-Threshold Airbags

How Your Side Airbags Work

How the SRS Indicator Light Works

How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works

Protecting Children General Guidelines

All Children Must Be Restrained

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

All Children Should Sit in the Back Seat

The Passenger’s Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks

Protecting Infants

Protecting Small Children

Child Seat Placement

Critical guidance on where to place forward-facing child seats for safety.

Selecting a Child Seat

Child Seat Requirements

Lists the essential criteria for choosing a safe child seat.

Installing a Child Seat

1. Properly secure the child seat to the vehicle

Step-by-step instruction on securing the child seat correctly to the vehicle.

2. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured

Emphasizes checking the security of the installed child seat.

3. Secure the child in the child seat

Instructions on how to properly strap the child into the car seat.

Installing a Child Seat Using LATCH

How to Install LATCH-Compatible Seat

Details the procedure for installing a child seat using the LATCH system.

Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Belt

1. Route Belt and Insert Latch Plate

Step-by-step guide to routing the seat belt and securing the latch plate.

Changing a Flat Tire

Preparing to Change Tire

Steps to prepare the vehicle and tools for changing a flat tire.

Raising the Vehicle with Jack

Instructions on safely lifting the vehicle using the jack.

Removing Wheel Nuts and Flat Tire

Procedures for removing lug nuts and the damaged tire.

Mounting the Spare Tire

Instructions on installing the spare tire and tightening lug nuts.

Lowering Vehicle and Removing Jack

Procedure for safely lowering the vehicle and removing the jack.

Tightening Wheel Nuts

Final tightening of lug nuts and recommendation for torque check.

If the Engine Won’t Start

Starter Operates Normally

Troubleshooting steps when the starter sounds normal but the engine doesn't run.

Nothing Happens or Starter Operates Slowly

Troubleshooting steps when the starter motor does not operate or operates slowly.

Consult Technician for Diagnosis

Recommending professional help for persistent starting problems.

Jump Starting

Connect Jumper Cables

Detailed procedure for connecting jumper cables between vehicles.

Connect Second Jumper Cable

Final steps for connecting jumper cables to the battery terminals.

If the Engine Overheats

Check Temperature Gauge

Guidance on monitoring the engine temperature gauge and identifying overheating.

Pull Over Safely

Immediate actions to take when the engine overheats.

Check for Coolant Leaks

Steps to identify potential coolant leaks as a cause of overheating.

Check Coolant Level

Procedure for checking the engine coolant level in the reserve tank.

Add Coolant

Instructions on adding coolant to the engine's cooling system.

Consult Technician for Repair

Recommending professional service if overheating persists or leaks are found.

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Action for Low Oil Pressure

Critical steps to take immediately if the low oil pressure indicator illuminates.

Charging System Indicator

Action for Charging System Malfunction

Immediate actions required if the charging system indicator illuminates.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Indicator Comes On While Driving

Explains the meaning of the malfunction indicator lamp when illuminated.

Brake System Indicator

Low Brake Fluid Level

Explains the meaning of the indicator when brake fluid level is low.

Abnormal Brake Pedal Feel

Addresses situations where the brake pedal feels abnormal, indicating a system issue.

Hazardous Driving Condition

Warns about the danger of driving with brake system issues.

Fuses

Emergency Towing

Specifications

DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

Emissions Controls

Exhaust Emissions Controls

PGM-FI System

Three Way Catalytic Converter

State Emissions Testing

Warranty and Customer Relations

Service Information Summary

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