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Honda 2004 Civic User Manual

Honda 2004 Civic
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2004 Civic Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual
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 GX refer to Civic GX Owner’s Manual Supplement for additional information.
Contents
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety .......................................................................................................................... ii
Your Car at a Glance ......................................................................................................................................2
Driver and Passenger Safety .......................................................................................................................5
Prop
er use and care of your car's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Cont
rols...........................................................................................................................49
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features........................................................................................................
.
87
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving ............................................................................................................................................
.
1
11
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new car, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving...........................................................................................................................................................
123
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance
..............................................................................................................................
.
..................135
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your car to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected...............................................................................................................169
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information...............................................................................................................................193
ID numbers,
dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)......................................................................
2
07
A summary
of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only
)
..............................................................................................................
.211
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index ................................................................................................................................................................. I
Service Information Summary
A summary
of information you n
eed when you pull up to the fuel pump.

Table of Contents

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Honda 2004 Civic Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHonda
Model2004 Civic
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

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 safe operation and passenger protection.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Overview of vehicle features designed to protect occupants during a crash.

Airbags

Details on the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), including front and side airbags.

Protecting Adults and Teens

Guidelines for properly protecting adult and teenage passengers in the front seat.

Protecting Children - General Guidelines

Emphasizes the importance of restraining all children for safety in crashes.

Protecting Infants and Small Children

Child Seat Type

Describes the types of child seats suitable for infants and small children.

Child Seat Placement

Recommends back seat placement for rear-facing child seats to avoid airbag hazards.

Installing a Child Seat

Properly secure the child seat to the vehicle.

Instructions on securing child seats using seat belts or LATCH systems.

Make sure the child seat is firmly secured.

Guidance on checking child seat installation for security and stability.

Secure the child in the child seat.

Steps for properly strapping the child into the installed child seat.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Safety Labels

Instruments and Controls

Control Locations

Diagram showing the location of various vehicle controls and switches.

Instrument Panel

Overview of the instrument cluster, including gauges and indicators.

Gauges

Details on the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and temperature gauge.

Keys and Locks

Information on vehicle keys, including master, valet, and key number tag.

Ignition Switch

Details on the ignition switch positions and their functions.

Seats

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

Power Windows

Moonroof, Mirrors

Moonroof

Operation of the moonroof, including tilt and slide functions.

Mirrors

Advice on adjusting and cleaning interior and exterior mirrors.

Interior Lights

Ceiling Light

Operation of the interior ceiling lights and spotlights.

Individual Interior Lights

Explanation of courtesy lights and ignition switch illumination.

Interior Convenience Items

Beverage Holders

Precautions and care for using beverage holders to prevent spills.

Accessory Power Sockets

Information on using the 12V DC accessory power sockets.

Glove Box

How to open and close the glove box and its safety warning.

Console Compartment

Instructions for opening and closing the center console compartment.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Vents, Heating, and A/C

How to operate the climate control system for heating, cooling, and ventilation.

Playing the Radio

Instructions for operating the radio, including tuning, seeking, and presets.

Radio Reception

Factors affecting radio signal quality and how to improve reception.

Playing a CD

Guide to playing CDs, including track selection and changer operation.

Cruise Control

How to engage and use the cruise control system for speed maintenance.

Before Driving

Gasoline Type

Recommended unleaded gasoline types and octane ratings for optimal performance.

Service Station Procedures

Steps for fueling the vehicle and checking fuel cap tightness.

Fuel Economy

Tips for improving fuel efficiency while driving.

Carrying Cargo

Guidelines for safely loading and securing cargo in the vehicle.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Essential safety precautions to follow when performing vehicle maintenance.

Maintenance Schedule

Guidelines for regular vehicle maintenance based on mileage and time.

Owner Maintenance Checks

Recommended checks for fluid levels, tires, and lights.

Fluids and Lubricants

How to check and maintain engine oil, coolant, transmission, brake, and steering fluids.

Tire Care and Replacement

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

Battery and Vehicle Storage

Steps for checking the battery and preparing the vehicle for storage.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Compact Spare Tire

Information on the proper use and precautions for the compact spare tire.

Changing a Flat Tire

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

If Your Engine Won’t Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine fails to start.

Jump Starting

Instructions and precautions for jump starting a vehicle with a dead battery.

If Your Engine Overheats

What to do if the engine overheats, including safety warnings.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Information on the check engine light and its potential causes.

Fuses

Guidance on checking and replacing vehicle fuses.

Emergency Towing

Advice and procedures for safely towing a disabled vehicle.

Technical Information

Identification Numbers

Locations of vehicle identification numbers (VIN) and engine/transmission numbers.

Specifications

Key vehicle dimensions, weights, engine, capacities, and tire specifications.

Emissions Controls

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

State Emissions Testing

Procedures for ensuring readiness codes are set for emissions testing.

Three Way Catalytic Converter

Warranty and Customer Relations

Customer Service Information

How to contact Honda for customer service and dealership support.

Warranty Coverages

Summary of different warranty coverages provided for the vehicle.

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and Honda.

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