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2008 Civic Coupe
Owner
’
s Manual
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© 2007 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
P/N 00X31-SV
A-6210
2
Table of Contents
Main Page
Your Vehicle at a Glance
9
Table of Contents
11
Important Safety Precautions
12
Your Vehicle's Safety Features
13
Protecting Adults and Teens
17
Close and Lock the Doors
17
Adjust the Front Seats
17
Adjust the Seat-Backs
18
Adjust the Head Restraints
19
Fasten and Position the Seat Belts
20
Maintain a Proper Sitting Position
21
Advice for Pregnant Women
22
Additional Safety Precautions
22
Additional Information about Your Seat Belts
24
Seat Belt System Components
24
Lap/Shoulder Belt
25
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
25
Seat Belt Maintenance
26
Additional Information about Your Airbags
27
Airbag System Components
27
How Your Front Airbags Work
29
How Your Side Airbags Work
32
Work
34
How the SRS Indicator Works
34
How the Side Airbag off Indicator Works
35
How the Passenger Airbag off Indicator Works
35
Airbag Service
36
Additional Safety Precautions
37
Protecting Children General Guidelines
38
All Children Must be Restrained
38
All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat
39
The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks
39
If You Must Drive with Several Children
41
If a Child Requires Close Attention
41
Additional Safety Precautions
41
Protecting Infants and Small Children
43
Protecting Infants
43
Protecting Small Children
44
Selecting a Child Seat
45
Installing a Child Seat
46
With LATCH
47
With a Lap/Shoulder Belt
49
With a Tether
51
Protecting Larger Children
52
Checking Seat Belt Fit
52
Using a Booster Seat
53
When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front
54
Additional Safety Precautions
55
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
56
Safety Labels
57
Control Locations
60
Instrument Panel
61
Instrument Panel Indicators
63
Gauges
71
Display Change Button
72
Odometer
72
Trip Meter
72
Outside Temperature Indicator
73
Fuel Gauge
74
Temperature Gauge
74
Check Fuel Cap Message
74
Maintenance Minder
75
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
76
Windshield Wipers and Washers
77
Turn Signals and Headlights
78
Instrument Panel Brightness
79
Hazard Warning Button
80
Rear Window Defogger
80
Steering Wheel Adjustments
81
Keys and Locks
82
Immobilizer System
83
Ignition Switch
84
Door Locks
85
Power Door Locks
86
Remote Transmitter
92
Trunk
96
Emergency Trunk Opener
97
Seats
98
Power Windows
106
Moonroof
108
Mirrors
110
Parking Brake
111
Mirrors, Parking Brake
111
Interior Convenience Items
112
Beverage Holders
113
Console Compartment
113
Glove Box
113
Coat Hook
114
Accessory Power Sockets
114
Vanity Mirror
115
Sun Visor
116
Interior Lights
117
Ceiling Light
117
Spotlights
117
Courtesy Light
118
Vents, Heating, and A/C
120
Audio System
125
Audio System (Models Without Navigation System)
126
Playing the AM/FM Radio
127
Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional)
131
Playing a Disc
136
Disc Player Error Messages
142
Optional Disc Changer Error Messages
143
Audio System (Models with Navigation System)
144
Voice Control System
144
Playing the AM/FM Radio
144
Playing the XM Satellite Radio
148
Playing a Disc
156
Disc Player Error Messages
164
Playing a PC Card
165
PC Card Error Messages
177
AM/FM Radio Reception
178
Protecting Your Discs
180
Remote Audio Controls
183
Auxiliary Input Jack
184
Radio Theft Protection
185
Setting the Clock
186
Security System
187
Cruise Control
188
Before Driving
191
Break-In Period
192
Fuel Recommendation
192
Service Station Procedures
193
Refueling
193
Opening and Closing the Hood
194
Oil Check
195
Engine Coolant Check
197
Fuel Economy
198
Accessories and Modifications
201
Carrying Cargo
203
Driving Guidelines
208
Preparing to Drive
209
Starting the Engine
210
Manual Transmission
211
Automatic Transmission
214
Parking
218
Braking System
219
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
220
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System
222
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
224
Towing a Trailer
227
Maintenance Safety
230
Maintenance Minder
231
Fluid Locations
238
Adding Engine Oil
240
Recommended Engine Oil
240
Synthetic Oil
241
Engine Oil Additives
241
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
242
Engine Coolant
244
Windshield Washers
247
Automatic Transmission Fluid
248
Manual Transmission Fluid
249
Brake and Clutch Fluid
250
Power Steering Fluid
251
Lights
252
Cleaning the Seat Belts
257
Floor Mats
258
Dust and Pollen Filter
259
Wiper Blades
259
Tires
261
Checking the Battery
271
Vehicle Storage
273
Compact Spare Tire
276
Changing a Flat Tire
277
If the Engine Won't Start
281
Jump Starting
283
If the Engine Overheats
285
Jump Starting, if the Engine Overheats
285
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
287
Charging System Indicator
287
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
288
Brake System Indicator
289
Fuses
290
Fuse Locations
294
Emergency Towing
296
Technical Information
299
Identification Numbers
300
Specifications
303
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
305
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
305
Treadwear
305
Traction
305
Temperature
306
Tire Labeling
307
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
309
Emissions Controls
311
The Clean Air Act
311
Crankcase Emissions Control System
311
Evaporative Emissions Control System
311
Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery
311
Exhaust Emissions Controls
312
PGM-FI System
312
Ignition Timing Control System
312
Exhaust Gas Recirculation
312
Three Way Catalytic Converter
312
Replacement Parts
312
(Egr)System
312
Three Way Catalytic Converter
313
Emissions Testing
314
Customer Service Information
318
Warranty Coverages
319
Authorized Manuals
321
Service Information Summary
334
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Model
2008 Civic Coupe
Category
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Language
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