2003 honda civic coupe owner manual




















If the engine does not start within meters adds to the problem. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up Reverse with the car moving.

Push can cause loss of control on down the clutch pedal, and pause for slippery surfaces. If it flashes while driving in any shift position , it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. Avoid rapid acceleration and have the trans- mission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible.

R to P N to R Press the release button. To shift to Reverse from Neutral, come to a complete stop and then shift. Page Park to Neutral. If you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your car is developing a problem. Have the car checked by your Honda dealer. Page Parking Always use the parking brake when If the car is facing uphill, turn the Parking Tips you park your car. The indicator on front wheels away from the curb. If Make sure the moonroof and the the instrument panel shows that the you have a manual transmission, put windows are closed.

The brakes on the rear when going down a long hill builds The front disc brakes on all models wheels are drum. A power assist up heat and reduces their effective- have audible brake wear indicators. EX and Canadian LX and brake pedal; this defeats the the brakes has two separate circuits. On dry ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or pavement, you will need to press on distance it takes to stop the car; If anything goes wrong, the ABS indicator on the instrument panel comes on see page.

This means the anti-lock function of the braking system has shut down. It takes your car longer to visible to other drivers are important react, even in conditions that may in all weather conditions. Both are important in trailer. Page Maintenance If you have the skills and tools to per- Transmission Fluid Tire Rotation See 5-speed Manual Replacing Tires and Wheels. Page Maintenance Safety It will also reward you should be performed by a Honda performing maintenance.

Only you technician or other qualified can decide whether or not you with more economical, trouble-free driving and help reduce air pollution. Page Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you Before you begin any maintenance, begin, and make sure you have the make sure your car is parked on tools and skills required.

Also, be sure the engine To reduce the possibility of fire or is off. Page Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance Which Schedule to Follow: how often you should have your car intervals shown in the maintenance Service your car according to the serviced and what things need schedule assume you will use your time and mileage periods on one of attention.

Page However, Honda recommends that all maintenance We recommend the use of genuine services be performed at the Honda parts and fluids whenever you recommended time or mileage have maintenance done. These are period to ensure long-term reliability. Page Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first.

Page Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Owners Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information Do items in A, B, C.

Page Required Maintenance Record for Normal and Severe Schedules You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions page or severe conditions page. Keep the receipts for all work done on your car. If time you fill the fuel tank. See monthly. Examine the tread for you are unsure of how to perform page wear and foreign objects.

Page Engine Oil 5W lubricant for your car. It is Wait a few minutes and recheck the highly recommended that you use oil level. Do not fill above the upper Honda Motor Oil in your car for mark; you could damage the engine. Page When using synthetic oil, you must follow the oil and filter change intervals given in the maintenance schedule.

Additives Your Honda does not require any oil additives. Page available from your equipment, you should have this maintenance done by a skilled Honda dealer is required to mechanic. Open the hood and remove the remove the filter. Remove the oil Page Engine Oil Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Replace the engine oil fill cap.

Start the engine. The oil pressure Tighten it to: indicator light should go out within Improper disposal of engine oil can be five seconds. It does not require any additional mixing. Page Cooling System Pour coolant into the reserve tank.

Put the cap back on the reserve tank. Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car. Unless you have the tools and knowledge, Reinstall and tighten the mounting bolt securely. Reinstall the tray, battery, stay, battery case, and battery plate in the reverse order of removal.

Page When the audio system disables Fill up to here itself, the clock setting will cancel. Page Cooling System Start the engine and let it run for Start the engine and hold it at about 30 seconds.

Then turn off 1, rpm until the radiator fan the engine. Turn off the engine. Check the coolant level in the Check the level in the radiator, radiator and add coolant if needed. In bad weather, blades with windshield washer fluid when you use the washers often, on a clean cloth. Page Transmission Fluid Park the car on level ground. Shut should drain and refill it with off the engine. It should be a short distance. Do this three Remove the dipstick yellow loop between the upper and lower times.

Page Brake And Clutch Fluid However, the use of Brake fluid reservoir all models Clutch fluid reservoir any non-Honda brake fluid can cause manual transmission only corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the brake system The brake fluid should be replaced Have this system inspected as soon as possible.

If it is not, add brake fluid to bring it up to that level. Page Power Steering Fluid. If it is not available, you may use another power steering fluid as an emergency replacement.

However, continued use can cause increased wear and poor steering in cold weather. Have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing in the engine compartment. Page Hood Latch Lubricate all the moving parts as shown , including the pivot. Follow the time and distance recommendations in the Maintenance Schedule. If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer.

Page Spark Plugs Spark Plugs The spark plugs in your car are a Replacement special platinum-tipped design for longer life. Page Spark Plugs Put the new spark plug into the Torque the spark plug. If you do Use a wrench to remove the nut holding the ignition coil. Remove socket, then screw it into the hole. Page Spark Plugs Install the ignition coil.

Reinstall Specifications: the nut. Make sure it locks in overheat and damage the engine. You should check corrosion a white or yellowish the color of the test indicator window, powder. To remove it, cover the and for corrosion on the terminals. Detach the battery cables bef ore connecting the battery to a charger.

Look for signs of cracking in the rubber, or areas that are getting hard. Replace the blades if you find these signs, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.

Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield. Page Close the glove box. If you are not sure how to replace the dust and pollen filters, have them replaced by your Honda dealer.

Remove the first filter by pulling it straight out of the air conditioning unit. Remove the second filter by sliding it to the left, then pulling it out. Power steering belt: or , km Canada if you Page Tires To safely operate your car, your tires Check the pressure in the tires when Inflation must be the proper type and size, in Keeping the tires properly inflated they are cold.

This means the car good condition with adequate tread, provides the best combination of has been parked for at least three and correctly inflated. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer You should look for: check the wheel alignment. Page Tires Make sure the installer balances the Tire Rotation When shopping for replacement wheels when you have new tires tires, you may find that some tires installed. Page Replacement its braking ability, traction, and wheels are available at your Honda steering accuracy.

It is best to replace all four tires at dealer. If that is not possible LX all-weather tread design. They tires of the same size and load range Traction devices that are the wrong cable-type traction devices on the Drive slowly with them installed.

Page Adjustment of the headlights should be performed by a Honda technician objects. If you touch the glass, clean or other qualified mechanic. Pivot the hold-down wire Bulbs back in place and clip the end into If you are changing the bulb on the slot. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Put the inner fender cover in place.

Lock it in place by pushing on the center. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Light Bulb Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Insert the socket back into the light assembly. Page Lights Reinstall the socket.

Make sure Bulb check that the new bulb is the new bulb is working. Reinstall the socket back in place by pushing it in until it latches. Open the trunk.

Pull the bulb straight out of the Put a cloth on the left side edge of holder. Push on the lens of the opposite side you are replacing. Push the new bulb into the bulb holder. Page Storing Your Car If you store your car for 12 months see page Support the front wiper blade or longer, have your Honda dealer arms with a folded towel or rag so perform the inspections called for in Wash and dry the exterior they do not touch the windshield.

This section gives you hints Waxing Page Exterior Care Exterior Care Washing Rinse the car thoroughly with cool When you have washed and rinsed Frequent washing helps preserve water to remove loose dirt. Dirt and grit can chamois or soft towel. Letting it scratch the paint, while tree sap and Fill a bucket with cool water.

Page It should form into your dealer so you are sure to get beads or droplets after waxing. Page Interior Care Periodically shampoo the carpet to keep it looking new.

Follow the instructions that Page Interior Care Fabric Vinyl Seat Belts Vacuum dirt and dust out of the Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum If your seat belts get dirty, you can material frequently.

For general cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft use a soft brush with a mixture of cleaning, use a solution of mild soap cloth dampened in a solution of mild mild soap and warm water to clean You can also use a mixture it is best to use a solid type.

Some of one part white vinegar to ten parts liquid air fresheners contain chemi- water. Page Corrosion Protection Two factors normally contribute to Many corrosion-preventive measures Use a high-pressure spray to clean causing corrosion in your car: are built into your Honda. You can the underside of your car. This is help keep your car from corroding especially important in areas that Moisture trapped in body cavities.

Page Body Repairs If your car insurance company, tell them you needs repairs after a collision, pay want genuine Honda parts used in close attention to the parts used in the repair. Although most insurers the repair and the quality of the Use this you are using the compact spare tire: spare tire as a temporary replace- ment only. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder The car can easily roll off the of a busy road is dangerous.

Drive jack, seriously injuring anyone slowly along the shoulder until you underneath. Place the remove the jack. Temporarily wrench as shown to raise the car cover. The wheel cover cannot be place the flat tire on the ground until the flat tire is off the ground.

Put the Lower the car to the ground and wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, remove the jack. Store the tool kit.

Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants. If the headlights do not dim, on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to check the condition of the fuses. Page Jump Starting Park, and set the parking brake. Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery. You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by pushing or pulling it.

Taking Care of the Unexpected Connect the the booster battery. The location of the VIN number of the car differs per brand and type of car. The code may be stamped on the frame of the car or mounted on a plate.

What is a VIN number? The VIN number of a car is an identification number unique to each car. When does my Honda need maintenance? Regular maintenance is necessary for every car.

How often the car needs maintenance and what exactly needs to be done can be found in the maintenance instructions. For major periodic service, this should generally be done every 2 years or after 30, kilometres. When should I change the brake fluid of my Honda? It is recommended to change the brake fluid every two years. What is the difference between E10 and E5 petrol? E10 petrol consists of up to ten per cent ethanol while E5 petrol will contain less than five per cent ethanol.

As a result, the percentage of E10 petrol is lower than that of E5 petrol, making it less bad for the environment. One or more doors won't open from the inside. Now what? The lock is most likely set to the child safety lock so it cannot be opened from the inside.

How to unset the child safety lock differs per brand and type. My car radio does not turn on, now what? To save paper and time, you can download the latest manuals now.

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