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Honda Civic Coupe 1998 User Manual

Honda Civic Coupe 1998
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1998 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................
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i
A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................ii
Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................3
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................................................................................................................................. 107
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ............................................................................................................................................. 119
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................141
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................199
Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs.
Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................205
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................229
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................243
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................249
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
Owner's Identification

Table of Contents

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Honda Civic Coupe 1998 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHonda
ModelCivic Coupe 1998
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Owner's Identification

A Few Words About Safety

Driver and Passenger Safety

Your Vehicle's Safety Features

Overview of vehicle features designed for occupant protection during a crash.

Seat Belts

Importance of wearing seat belts, how they work, and proper usage.

Airbags

Information about the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) and airbag hazards.

Protecting Adults

Instructions for properly protecting the driver and adult occupants.

Protecting Children

Guidance on properly restraining infants and children in the vehicle.

General Guidelines for Using Child Seats

Guidelines for selecting and installing child seats for infants and small children.

Using Child Seats with Tethers

Instructions for securing tether-style child seats using attachment points in the car.

Additional Information About Your SRS

Details about the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) components and operation.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Instruments and Controls

Indicator Lights

Explanation of various indicator lights on the instrument panel and their meanings.

Gauges

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

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

How to operate the heating and cooling system for comfort and visibility.

Audio System

Features and operation of the AM/FM stereo radio and optional audio components.

Before Driving

Oil Check

How to check the engine oil level and recommended frequency.

Driving

Starting the Engine

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

5-speed Manual Transmission

How to operate the 5-speed manual transmission, including shift points.

Automatic Transmission

Operation of the automatic transmission and its shift lever positions.

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

Information on operating the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) found on HX models.

The Braking System

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

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

How the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) works and its limitations.

Driving in Bad Weather

Driving techniques and visibility considerations for rain, fog, and snow.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Importance of regular maintenance for safety, investment protection, and performance.

Important Safety Precautions

Key safety precautions to follow before performing any maintenance tasks.

Maintenance Schedule

How often to service the vehicle and for what items.

Maintenance Schedule (Normal Conditions)

Recommended maintenance intervals for normal driving conditions.

Maintenance Schedule (Severe Conditions)

Recommended maintenance intervals for severe driving conditions.

Engine Oil

Information on recommended engine oil, its classification, and how to add oil.

Adding Oil

Step-by-step instructions for adding engine oil and checking the level.

Tires

Detailed information on tire inflation, inspection, rotation, and replacement.

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

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine fails to start.

Jump Starting

Procedures and safety precautions for jump-starting a vehicle with a dead battery.

If Your Engine Overheats

What to do if the engine overheats, including immediate actions and checks.

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

What the low oil pressure indicator means and immediate actions to take.

Charging System Indicator

What the charging system indicator signifies and how to address a battery charging issue.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Explanation of the malfunction indicator lamp and potential causes, including fuel cap issues.

Brake System Indicator

What the brake system indicator light means and how to respond to brake system problems.

Emergency Towing

Information on professional towing services and proper towing procedures.

Technical Information

Tire Information

Detailed information on tire size designation, speed ratings, treadwear, and traction.

Warranty Coverages

Service Information Summary

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