Honda Civic User Manual

This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it
is sold.
The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing.
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time
without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever.
Although this manual is applicable to both right-hand and left-hand drive models, the illustrations contained in this
manual mainly refer to the left-hand drive models.
The illustrations of vehicles with diesel engine are noted by Diesel model, and these illustrations mainly refer to the
right-hand drive models.
This owner’s manual covers all versions. Therefore, you may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not
on your particular vehicle.
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Honda Civic Specifications

General

Brand	Honda
Model	Civic
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

A Few Words About Safety

Driver and Passenger Safety

Your Vehicle's Safety Features

Seat Belts

Information on the importance and function of seat belts for occupant protection.

Airbags

Explanation of supplemental restraint system (SRS) with front and side airbags.

Protecting Adults and Teens

Instructions for proper seating and seat belt use for adults and teenagers.

Instruments and Controls

Instrument Panel Indicators

Features

Climate Control System

Details on operating the automatic and manual climate control systems.

Audio System

Hands-Free Telephone (HFT) System

Instructions for using the Bluetooth-based HFT system for calls and voice commands.

Before Driving

Fuel Recommendation

Oil Check

Procedure for checking the engine oil level and recommended oil types.

Engine Coolant Check

Instructions for checking the engine coolant level and identifying potential leaks.

Driving

Preparing to Drive

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine in petrol and diesel models.

Manual Transmission

i-SHIFT (Automated Manual Transmission)

Braking System

Details on the hydraulic system, ABS, and brake pad wear indicators.

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

Explanation of how ABS works and what the ABS indicator means.

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System

Information on the VSA system's function, activation, and potential issues.

Driving in Bad Weather

Towing a Trailer

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Crucial safety precautions and warnings for performing maintenance tasks.

Maintenance Schedule

Outlines required maintenance intervals for petrol and diesel models based on distance and time.

Fluid Locations

Adding Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Brake and Clutch Fluid

Tyres

Checking the Battery

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Compact Spare Tyre

Changing a Flat Tyre

Step-by-step instructions for safely changing a flat tyre using the vehicle's jack and tools.

Honda TRK

If the Engine Won’t Start

Troubleshooting guide for common reasons why the engine may not start.

Jump Starting

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

If the Engine Overheats

Steps to take if the engine overheats, including safety warnings and checking coolant.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

PGM-FI Warning

Brake System Indicator

What the brake system indicator signifies and immediate actions to take if it illuminates.