2006 Civic GX Online Reference Owner`s - Techinfo
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1. Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses Refrigerant type HFC 134a R 134a Interior See page 31 or the fuse label Charge quantity 14 1 15 9 oz 400 450 g attached to the driver s lower Lubricant oil type SP 10 corner panel Under hood See Fuses in the Civic Sedan Lights owner s manual Headlights High 12V 60 W HB3 Low 12V 51W HB4 Alignment Front turn signal side marker 12V 21 5W Toe in Front 0 00 in 0 0 mm Parking lights Rear 0 08 in 2 0 mm Rear turn signal lights 12V 21W Camber Front 0 Stop Taillights 12V 215W Rear 1 30 Rear side marker lights 12V 2CP Caster Front 7 00 Back up lights 12V 21W Taillights 12V 3 CP Tires High mount brake light 12V 21W Size Front Rear P195 65R15 89H License plate lights 12V 5W Spare T125 70D15 95M Ceiling light 12V 8W Pressure Front Rear 30 psi 210 kPa 2 1 kgf cm Spotlights 12V 8W Spare 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm Trunk light 12V 5W Battery Capacity 12V 36Ah 5HR 12V _ 45Ah 20HR Technical Information 33 Authorized Manuals Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated You can order in any of three ways e Detach and mail the order form on the right half of this page e Call Helm Inc at 1 800 782 4356 credit card orders only e Go online at www helminc com If you are interested in other years or models contact H2. 4 Unscrew the wing bolt and remove the spacer cone CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected 27 Changing a Flat Tire TRUNK LINING Storing a Flat Tire TRUNK LINING RUBBER CAP TRUNK FLOOR 4 Bend the lower part of the trunk lining upward and take the spare tire out of its well 28 Taking Care of the Unexpected 5 Turn the jack s end counterclockwise to loosen it then remove the jack 1 Raise the trunk floor and the lower part of the trunk lining as shown Remove the rubber cap from the hole in the trunk floor then align the hole in the trunk lining with the hole in the trunk floor Changing a Flat Tire If the Fuel System Has a Leak SUPPORT PLATE WING BOLT 2 Place the flat tire straight up in the trunk as shown with the outside of the wheel facing forward 3 Remove the support plate and the wing bolt from the tool kit Put the plate on the wing bolt 4 To secure the tire insert the wing bolt through the hole in the center of the wheel and the trunk lining then tighten the bolt 5 Store the spacer cone and wing bolt for the spare tire in the tool kit If the Fuel System Has a Leak You may detect a slight natural gas odor for a few moments after refueling This is normal You should not be able to smell natural gas at any other time If you do or if you hear a hissing sound your vehicle s fuel sys
3. 7 Reinstall the socket Turn it clockwise until it locks Make sure the new bulb is working 8 Reinstall the trunk lining 9 Insert the trunk lining fasteners into their holes then reinstall the fastener center screws 10 Reinstall the trunk floor 26 Maintenance Storing Your Vehicle If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period refer to Storing Your Vehicle in the Civic Sedan owner s manual for information In addition to these procedures you should do the following with your Civic GX e Turn the manual shutoff valve to the OFF position see Manual Shutoff Valve on page 12 in this supplement e If you store your vehicle indoors it should be parked in a well ventilated area We recommend the installation of a natural gas leak detector After storing your vehicle for an extended period and before starting the engine for the first time open the trunk and leave it open for several minutes This allows any natural gas vapors that may have collected in the trunk to dissipate Changing a Flat Tire To change a flat tire follow the Removing the Spare Tire instructions in the Civic Sedan owner s manual To remove the TOOL TOOLKIT TRUNK TRUNK FLOOR spare tire from the trunk and to store the flat tire follow the instructions on this and the next page SPARE TIRE 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the trunk floor 3 Take the tool case out of the spare tire
4. must refuel soon The approximate driving distance remaining when this indicator comes on is City driving 20 25 miles Highway driving 25 30 miles If the outside temperature falls below 25 F 4 C the pressure of the natural gas in the fuel tank may go down If this happens the fuel gauge will show less than the actual amount of fuel remaining and the indicator may come on If this indicator starts blinking and the fuel level reading goes down to empty when the engine is running it indicates a problem in the fuel system Have the vehicle checked by an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer as soon as possible Gauges Rear Seat Fuel Gauge The gauge may show slightly more Rear Seat LOWER F MARK or less than the actual amount The Unlike the standard Civic the seat outside temperature fill method and back cannot be folded down ambient conditions may affect the pressure and temperature of the natural gas UPPER F MARK FUEL GAUGE This gauge shows how much fuel you have The quantity of fuel remaining in the tank is calculated based on the pressure and temperature of the natural gas in the fuel tank The lower F mark indicates a full tank at a fill pressure of 3 000 psi The upper F mark indicates a full tank at a fill pressure of 3 600 psi Instruments and Controls 5 Fuel Your Civic GX is designed to operate on compressed natural gas CNG
5. A B 1 ki a T a EREE kie 8 o o SE ESSEE mi A B 1 mi A B 1 kae o o pE ERISEH PERE ERENT kr O PAE ea 20 Maintenance Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed a a acetate ee Performed Me Scent eee eee see eee sense Date Date mi A B 1 2 3 4 5 mi A B 1 2 3 4 5 km Nw va pe km Rate years mi A B 12 3 4 5 mi A B 1 2 3 4 5 km Eser EES ss tcgnes seat geeoes ee km pP Aie sspears eae Searer ses m A B 1 2 3 4 5 mi A B 1 2 3 4 5 km eat ee km cea sige etic pate mi A B 1 2 3 4 5 mi A B 1 2 3 4 5 km teeteeetseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees km teteeeteeeeteseeeeeeeeecees mi A B 1 2 3 4 8 m iA B 1 2 3 4 5 km Pinteeate arena Eae km peee iaaeaie sah piaeas mi A B 1 2 3 4 8 mi A B 1 2 3 4 5 km a saan seleasates km pasane uh Ae Mina es mi A B 1 2 3 4 5 mi A B 1 2 3 4 5 km EE A SE a km ARE E Sena Maintenance 21 Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Oil The SAE number tells you the oil s viscosity or weight Select the oil for your vehicle according to this chart EE EEE 20 0 20 40 60 80 100 F L f 1 f fi 1 1 i 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40C Ambient Temperature 22 Maintenance 5W 20 oil is formulated for year round protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and to help your engine use less fuel Refer to the Civic Sedan owner s manual for eng
6. The natural gas you use to refuel must meet NFPA 52 and SAE J1616 standards for fuel composition and quality If you use a fuel that does not meet these standards you may feel a decrease in engine power and your vehicle s emissions controls may be damaged 6 Before Driving Compressed Natural Gas CNG The main component of compressed natural gas is methane a highly flammable colorless gas While it is the same gas that is burned in everyday home appliances such as kitchen stoves and water heaters the CNG in your vehicle is stored under high pressure maximum 3 600 psi 24 800 kPa The CNG system in your vehicle including the tank and hoses has been designed to hold gas at this pressure It has also been tested for safety You should never smell gas or hear a hissing sound unless you are refueling If you smell gas or hear a hissing sound at any other time you need to shut down the CNG system Follow the instructions on page 12 Compressed natural gas is flammable and highly explosive You could be killed or seriously injured if leaking natural gas is ignited If you suspect a leak have your vehicle immediately inspected and repaired by an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer Fuel Refueling Procedure CNG Identification CNG LABEL g f N Ay Your vehicle has an identifying CNG label attached next to the rear license plate Do not remove this label This label
7. change CONTINUED Maintenance 17 Maintenance Minder z SERVICE OIL LIFE 5 When the remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1 percent you will see a SERVICE OIL LIFE message along with the same maintenance item code s every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position For information on maintenance codes refer to the Civic Sedan owner s manual 18 Maintenance Important Maintenance Precautions If you have the required service done but do not reset the display or reset the display without doing the service the system will not show the proper maintenance intervals This can lead to serious mechanical problems because you will no longer have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can provide competent efficient service However service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service Make sure to have the service facility or person reset the display as previously described Keep all receipts as proof of completion and have the person who does the work fill out the maintenance record or the Honda service history booklet Check your warranty booklet for more information We recommend using Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done These ar
8. information in this supplement and in the owner s manual This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others Please read it carefully Instrument Panel Indicators to Malfunction Indicator Lamp LOW FUEL INDICATOR This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position If it comes on at any other time it indicates one of the engine s emissions control systems may have a problem For complete information refer to the Civic Sedan owner s manual This indicator will also come on if there is a problem in the fuel system If this happens have the vehicle checked by an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer as soon as possible Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem Avoid full throttle acceleration and driving at high speed CRUSE MAIN CRUSE CONTROL mpgl 100km I SERVICE OIL LIFE kmiles 1500008 BEERS CONTINUED Instruments and Controls 3 Instrument Panel Indicators If you smell natural gas or hear a hissing sound except when refueling the fuel system may have a leak Follow the instructions under If the Fuel System Has a Leak on page 29 of this supplement 4 Instruments and Controls Low Fuel Indicator LOW FUEL INDICATOR This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position It also comes on as a reminder that you
9. 2006 Civic GX Online Reference Owner s Manual Supplement 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 Refer to 2006 Civic Sedan Owner s Manual for topics not covered Contents Owner s Identification Form INtKORUCHON socn a ites E detect eden eet deen dn es ede lage 2 Instruments and Controls ssccisdesc cssceciaccstedens heasea cabecenssbesssscueanessshedesectadeasd PAA KPNAR NANANA KRNA KAANAAN NAAR 3 Instrument panel indicator and gauge and how to use dashboard and steering column controls Before Drivino spensi chasse sca s ia REEERE ERAEN EARE ENEA EEEREN SAE ANAGR EEEN EEE EAEE NEARER EERE 6 What gasoline to use how to break in your new car and how to load luggage and other cargo Drivin oecon EEE EENE E EE OOE E Couns R E T EE EEEE 14 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer M int nant e s ainiin ean ere e EES NEE Ea eE EE E E E e EEEE ARRE ENEA 16 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your car to the dealer Taking Care of the Unexpected ericsscccseccccccesssevevevsecesveasesvunsveaceeveassesuendoacceseeasesvesiadecececobedeveeveascdvonssssbeieecse 27 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience and how to handle them Technical Information eerren an Eare EAEE EEE OEE EE AEAT Younes 32 ID numbers dimensions capacities and
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11. NK EXPIRATION DATE Have a qualified Honda Civic GX dealer or a qualified NGV technician replace the fuel tank Do not reuse the old fuel tank THIS CONTAINER SHOULD BE VISUALLY INSPECTED AFTER A MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT OR FIRE AND AT LEAST EVERY 36 MONTHS OR 36 000 MILES WHICHEVER COMES FIRST FOR DAMAGE AND DETERIORATION NGVFUELTANKS l 3600PS1G 70 F ALT847 0004 P N 1273335 ue 01 98 eae 40 F T0 180 F NGV2 00 DOT 49 CFR 571 304 TYPE 3 CONTAINER TEL 909 594 7777 CNG ONLY DO NOT USE AFTER 01 2013 IF THERE IS A QUESTION ABOUT THE PROPER USE INSTALLATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS CONTAINER CONTACT STRUCTURAL COMPOSITES INDUSTRIES 325 ENTERPRISE PL POMONA CA 91768 SERVICE PRESSURE 24 822 kPa 3600PSIG MANUFACTURED IN 01 1998 DOT FMVSS 304 FOR USE ONLY WITH THE CONTAINER MANUFACTURER S APPROVED PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES VALVES Maintenance 23 Fuel Tank Tires FUEL TANK DANGER THIS CYLINDER CONTAINS FLAMMABLE NATURAL GAS UNDER EXTREMELY HIGH PRESSURE DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN RESULT FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION LACK OF INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OVER FILLING PUNCTURING OR DAMAGE This cylinder is intended for use on this vehicle to store compressed natural gas motor fuel Do not use for any other purpose Do not attempt to remove this cylinder from the vehicle or to service vent or maintain this cylinder o
12. ation see page 76 of the Civic Sedan owner s manual 6 If the engine does not start within 15 seconds or starts but stalls right away repeat step 5 with the accelerator pedal pressed half way down If the engine starts release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race x If the engine still does not start press the accelerator pedal all the way down and hold it there while starting As before keep the ignition switch in the START IID position for no more than 15 seconds Return to step 6 if the engine does not start If it starts lift your foot off the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race If the outside temperature is below 4 F 20 C the engine may be harder to start or may not start In this case use the starting procedure for cold weather at high altitude described next Starting the Engine Towing a Trailer Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude Above 5 000 feet 1 600 meters An engine is harder to start in cold weather The thinner air found at high altitude above 5 000 feet 1 600 meters adds to the problem Use the following procedure 1 Turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery 2 Make sure the malfunction indicator lamp goes out before you turn the ignition switch to the START IID position 3 Push the accelerator pedal half way to the floor and hold it there while starting the engine Do not hol
13. d NGV technician The maintenance minder assumes you will use your vehicle as normal transportation for passengers and their possessions You should also follow these recommendations e Avoid exceeding your vehicle s load limit This puts excess stress on the engine brakes and many other parts of your vehicle The load limit is shown on the label on the driver s doorjamb e Operate your vehicle on reasonable roads within the legal speed limit e Drive your vehicle regularly over a distance of several miles kilometers Maintenance Minder Engine Oil Life Display SEL RESET BUTTON SEL_ mph RESET km h J H ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE S ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR To see the current engine oil life turn the ignition switch to the ON I position and press the SEL RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life display appears If the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent you will see the engine oil life indicator every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position The maintenance minder indicator will also come on and the maintenance item code s for other scheduled maintenance items needing service will be displayed next to the engine oil life indicator The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil
14. d the ignition switch in the START IID position for more than 15 seconds When the engine starts release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up and smooths out 4 If the engine fails to start in step 3 push the accelerator pedal to the floor and hold it there while you try to start the engine for no more than 15 seconds If the engine does not start return to step 3 Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer attempting to do so can void your warranties Driving 15 Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the information display to show you when you should have your dealer do engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service Refer to the important safety precautions and instructions in the Civic Sedan owner s manual The fuel system is under high pressure maximum 3 600 psi 24 800 kPa It has no user serviceable parts and its components must not be modified Whenever fuel system maintenance is required take your vehicle to an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer or a qualified NGV technician 16 Maintenance Tampering with or improperly maintaining the high pressure fuel system can cause a dangerous condition in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Never attempt to modify the fuel system and always have fuel system maintenance performed by an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer or a qualifie
15. e manufactured to the same high quality standards as the original components so you can be confident of their performance and durability display is reset change the engine oil every year 2 If sub item 2 does not appear more than 36 months after the display is reset inspect the fuel tank every 3 years See Fuel Tank on page 23 for inspection and replacement information The fuel tank should be replaced 15 years after it was manufactured Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items A e Replace engine oil 1 e Rotate tires B e Replace engine oil and oil filter 2 e Replace air cleaner element e Replace fuel filter element low pressure If you drive in dusty conditions replace every 15 000 e Drain fuel filter high pressure miles 24 000 km e Inspect front and rear brakes e Replace dust and pollen filter e Check parking brake adjustment If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high e Inspect these items concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from e Tie rod ends steering gear box and boots diesel powered vehicles replace every 15 000 miles e Suspension components 24 000 km e Driveshaft boots e Replace fuel filter element high pressure lt e Brake hoses and lines including ABS e Inspect drive belt 2 e All fluid levels and condition of fluids e Inspect valve clearance 3 e Exhaust system e Inspect fuel tank 3 e Fuel lines a
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17. h slow fill equipment or other types of refueling equipment follow the instructions on the equipment 8 Before Driving FUEL RECEPTACLE RECEPTACLE DUST CAP 1 Park with the driver s side of the vehicle closest to the refueling station 2 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position and apply the parking brake 3 Open the fuel receptacle lid by pushing on the handle to the left of the driver s seat 4 Remove the receptacle dust cap from the fuel receptacle Clean off any dirt or debris around the fuel receptacle Refueling Procedure 5 Securely connect the CNG fill nozzle to the fuel receptacle 6 Turn the lever until the arrows on the nozzle point to each other then follow the instructions on the refueling station to begin refueling While refueling you may hear a chattering sound This is normal ioe If you hear or see fuel vapor leaking from the nozzle receptacle connection stop refueling immediately Dirt or other debris may be preventing a positive connection Turn off the refueling station remove the nozzle reconnect it to the receptacle and begin refueling again If it continues to leak have an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer inspect the sealing O ring in the receptacle It may be missing damaged or worn Refueling will stop automatically when the tank is full Follow the instructions on the refueling station to
18. he ignition switch is turned to the ON II position This is similar to how an electric fuel pump works in a gasoline powered vehicle Manual Shutoff Valve MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE A manual shutoff valve is located underneath the vehicle near the rear tire on the driver s side We recommend that you locate this valve so you can find it quickly To turn off the valve turn the lever one quarter turn clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to turn the valve back on Turn off the valve if you ever suspect a fuel leak or are involved in an accident Carrying Cargo The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 Ibs This figure includes the total weight of all occupants cargo and accessories Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual Steps for determining correct load limit 1 Determine the combined weight of the driver and any passengers 2 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from 850 Ibs 3 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage you can carry For example if the maximum load is 850 lbs and there are five 150 lb occupants in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage you can carry is 100 lbs 850 750 5 X 150 100 Ibs 4 Determine the combined weight
19. ine oil checking adding and changing procedures Engine oil change capacity including filter 3 9 US at 3 7 2 Engine Coolant Refer to the Civic Sedan owner s manual for engine coolant checking and adding procedures Engine coolant change capacity 1 37 US gal 5 2 2 Fuel Tank The fuel tank meets the safety HOOD standards of NGV 2 NFPA 52 DOT NHTSA FMVSS 304 The fuel tank A WARNING Sioule De Wipe etd erary i years THIS VEHICLE IS FUELED BY COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS STORED AT after its production date Have a HIGH PRESSURE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM qualified Honda Civic GX dealer or a WITHOUT PROPER SYSTEM DEPRESSURIZATION TO AVOID RISK OF qualified NGV technician inspect the INJURY THIS VEHICLE SHOULD ONLY BE SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN CNG TANK PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICE WILL VENT AT fuel tank for damage or leaks 103 C 217 F DO NOT PARK OR SERVICE VEHICLE NEAR ANY SOURCE OF EXCESSIVE HEAT OR OPEN FLAME DO NOT USE PAINT OVEN FOR You should also have the fuel tank ANY PAINT REPAIRS inspected after a collision SYSTEM SERVICE PRESSURE 24 8MPA 3600PSIG BUILT BY HONDA OF AMERICA MFG INC The fuel tank should be replaced 15 CNG TANK EXPIRATION DATE o ESE J years after it was manufactured The TOTAL WATER VOLUME OF CNG TANK 100 L J expiration date of the fuel tank is on a label on the fuel tank and ona CNG TANK EXPIRATION DATE warning label in the engine e PSEK TANE CNG TA
20. is necessary for insuring your vehicle Driving without this label may violate the laws or regulations in some states Refueling Procedure There are two methods of refueling fast filling or slow filling Fast filling is normally used in fuel stations for natural gas vehicles It takes about 3 to 5 minutes to fill up the fuel tank Slow filling is done with a vehicle refueling appliance Refueling takes about 1 hour per gasoline gallon equivalent Always observe all safety recommendations and operating instructions on the refueling equipment When refueling you should use a fuel fill nozzle that complies with ANSI AGA NGV 1 1994 standards Nozzles are designed according to their maximum fill pressure P24 for 2 400 psi pounds per square inch P30 for 3 000 psi and P36 for 3 600 psi Your vehicle s maximum fill pressure is 3 600 psi 24 800 kPa so you should refuel with a P36 nozzle Using a P30 nozzle will fill the tank to the second 3 000 psi fill mark on the fuel gauge Using a P24 nozzle will not fill the tank completely During a fast fill the natural gas is warmed by the refueling process This causes the pressure in the tank to rise and reduces the amount of fuel you can put in Before Driving 7 Refueling Procedure Filling the Fuel Tank The refueling procedure can vary with the refueling station The following steps explain the typical refueling procedure with fast fill equipment Wit
21. n authorized Honda Civic GX dealer see Emergency Towing in the Civic Sedan owner s manual If the fuel system is not leaking or damaged you can jump start the vehicle Refer to the Civic Sedan owner s manual for the jump starting procedure Fuses Fuse Locations Fuses To check and replace fuses follow No Amps Circuits Protected No Amps Circuits Protected the instructions in the Civic Sedan owner s manual 1 TOA Power Window 17 10A Left Headlight Low Since your vehicle s interior fuses 2 15A Fuel Pump 18 20A Headlight High Main are different from the Civic Sedan 3 10A Alternator 19 15A Small Main fuses determine from the chart or 4 75A ABSUnit 20 Not Used the diagram on the fuse label which 5 15A Injection 21 20A Headlight Low Main fuse or fuses control that device 6 Not Used 22 Not Use T Not Used 23 Not Used Fuse Locations 8 Not Used 24 Not Used 9 7 5A ODS 25 20A Door Lock INTERIOR FUSE BOX 10 7 5A METER 26 20A Driver s Power Window 11 10A SRS 27 Not Used 12 10A Right Headlight High 28 Not Used 13 10A Left Headlight High 29 15A ACC 14 7 5A Small Interior 30 20A Passenger s Power Window 15 7 5A Small Exterior 31 Not Used 16 10A Right Headlight Low 32 20A Right Rear Power Window 33 20A Left Rear Power Window 34 Not Used 35 7 5A ACC Radio 36 10A HAC 37 7 5A Daytime Run
22. nd connections 3 e Replace transmission fluid S 4 e Replace spark plugs 8 1 Ifthe message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the 5 e Replace engine coolant z Q 0 a See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 186 of the Civic Sedan owner s manual NOTE Independent of the maintenance messages in the information display replace the brake fluid every 3 years Inspect idle speed every 160 000 miles 256 000 km e Adjust the valves during services A B 1 2 or 3 only if they are noisy Maintenance 19 Maintenance Record You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here When maintenance is performed record the mileage circle the coded item s completed and write in any other non coded items such as brake fluid replacement below the codes Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle Maintenance can also be recorded in your Honda service history booklet Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed PEE E Performed perseeni an Date Date mi iA B 1 mi A B 1 km P eae ers km Sy ere rege se mo A B 1 mi A B 1 km pe HEARS ROSE RSE EE SS EAGER km a Rete e SSeE eS mi A B 1 mi A B 1 km a vate tees km a a A mi A B 1 m A B 1 km a t imene km Heutee greta Okara tnmE eae ee mi A B 1 mi A B 1 km patatan nandiaren aaa km e teat acleeien ee mi A B 1 mi
23. ning Light 38 30A Front Wiper Taking Care of the Unexpected 31 Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 176 7 in 4 489 mm Fuel tank service pressure 3 600 psi 24 800 kPa at 70 F Width 69 0 in 1 752 mm 21 C Height 56 5 in 1 435 mm Fuel tank capacity 3 000 psi 7 2 gasoline gallons Wheelbase 106 3 in 2 700 mm equivalent GGE Track Front 59 0 in 1 499 mm 3 600 psi 8 0 gasoline gallons Rear 60 2 in 1 528 mm equivalent Engine Change 1 37 US gal 5 2 0 Weights coolant Total 1 77 US gal 6 7 2 Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached Engine oil Change to the driver s doorjamb Including filter 3 9 US qt 3 7 2 Without filter 3 7 US qt 3 5 2 Engine Total 4 8 US qt 4 5 2 Type Water cooled 4 stroke Automatic Change 2 5 US qt 2 4 2 SOHC i VTEC 4 cylinder transmission Total 6 2 US qt 5 9 2 compressed natural gas engine fluid Bore x Stroke 3 19 x 3 44 in 81 0 x 87 3 mm Windshield washer reservoir 2 6 US qt 2 5 2 Displacement 110 cu in 1 799 cm Compression ratio 12 551 1 Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the Spark plugs NGK IFR7F 8DS engine Reserve tank capacity 0 11 US gal 0 4 2 2 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine 32 Technical Information
24. of luggage and cargo in the vehicle That weight must not exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity in step 3 The fuel tank is located in the trunk with a partition between the fuel tank and the cargo space When you store small items in the trunk secure them so they will not shift while you are driving Loose items can fly over the partition and damage the fuel tank and fuel system components Do not carry large heavy or pointed objects in the trunk They may damage the fuel tank Before Driving 13 Starting the Engine 1 Apply the parking brake 2 In cold weather turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery 3 Make sure the shift lever is in Park Press on the brake pedal 4 Without touching the accelerator pedal turn the ignition switch to the ON II position You may hear a click from the in tank fuel shutoff valve Make sure the malfunction indicator lamp goes out before you turn the ignition switch to the START IID position 5 Turn the ignition switch to the START IID position Do not hold the switch in the START IID position for more than 15 seconds at a time If the engine does not start right away pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again 14 Driving NOTICE The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft If an improperly coded key or other device is used the engine s fuel system is disabled For more inform
25. r any attached parts unless you are specifically trained to do so The cylinder may contain residual gas which poses a fire or explosion risk Improper venting procedures will cause a static alectrical discharge which could ignite venting gas Removal servicing venting and disposal should only be done by a qualified technician The maximum service pressure for this cylinder is 3 600 psi compensated to 70 F 21 C However in no case shal the maximum filling pressure exceed 4 500 psi Do not assume you can always smell leaking gas If you smell gas or for any reason suspect the cylinder or any part of the fuel system is leaking do not park the vehicle in an enclosed area such as a garage Inmediately have the vehicle serviced by a qualified technician If this vehicle is involved in a collision fire or if physical damage is observed on the cylinder or its attachments do not park the vehicle in an enclosed area such as a garage Inmediately have the vehicle serviced by a qualified technician Do not fill the cylinder until the vehicle has been serviced Do not expose cylinder to temperatures in excess of 180 degrees Fahrenheit Do not expose cylinder to corrosive fluids such as acids and bases 24 Maintenance This cylinder must be installed and serviced by qualified technicians in accordance with National Fire Protection Association Standard 52 for Compressed Natural Gas Vehicular Fuel Systems and al applicable federal s
26. tate and local regulations Tested and approved valve and safety relief device s are required See other warnings permanently affixed to this vehicle Do not remove or paint over this label This cylinder must be inspected by a qualified technician every three years QVOO O DRILL PUNCTURE FIRE DROP CORROSIVE NGVFUELTANKS vents te aaron ARON Tires The recommended cold tire pressure for most normal driving conditions is shown below Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front Rear P195 65R15 89H 30 psi 210 kPa 2 1 kgf cm The compact spare tire pressure is 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm These pressures are also given on the tire information label on the driver s doorjamb NOTICE For other important tire inf ormation refer to the Civic Sedan owner s manual Lights Replacing a High mount Brake Light Bulb TRUNK LINING VE FASTENER SOCKET 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the screw from the center of each trunk lining fastener then remove the fasteners 3 Pull the upper edge of the trunk lining down 4 Remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 5 Remove the burned out bulb from the socket by pulling it straight out of its socket 6 Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms CONTINUED Maintenance 25 Lights Storing Your Vehicle
27. technical information Authorized Manuals U S On1 y vss ccccsssccscavscesteasstcaleasacedacassccaivavescaczensctedeaeceacseevscdasaeeetedeavsceaseeseeaaeaeaseas 34 How to order manuals and other technical literature Owner s Identification OWNER ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE PROVINCE ZIP CODE POSTAL CODE V 1 N DELIVERY DATE Date sold to original retail purchaser DEALER NAME DEALER NO ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE PROVINCE ZIP CODE POSTAL CODE OWNER S SIGNATURE DEALER S SIGNATURE 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 Introduction Your Civic GX runs on compressed natural gas CNG a highly pressurized version of the same clean burning natural gas used in many homes Your Civic GX operates and performs like a gasoline powered Civic However there are a few differences you should be aware of In addition to reading the Civic Sedan owner s manual please read this supplement carefully to understand the operation and unique features of your Civic GX You will find important safety
28. tem may have a leak CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected 29 If the Fuel System Has a Leak Jump Starting If you smell natural gas other than when refueling or if you hear a hissing sound follow these directions p Park your vehicle in a well ventilated area and apply the parking brake Keep heat sparks and flame away Open all the windows and the trunk lid for ventilation 2 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position 3 Turn the manual shutoff valve to the OFF position to turn off the natural gas see Manual Shutoff Valve on page 12 in this supplement You cannot continue driving Your vehicle should be towed to an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer see Emergency Towing in the Civic Sedan owner s manual 30 Taking Care of the Unexpected Compressed natural gas is flammable and highly explosive You could be killed or seriously injured if leaking natural gas is ignited If you suspect a leak have your vehicle immediately inspected and repaired by an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer Jump Starting Do not jump start your vehicle if you suspect a natural gas leak If you smell natural gas or hear a hissing sound the fuel system may have a leak that needs to be repaired by an authorized technician If you suspect a leak turn the manual shutoff valve to the OFF position see Manual Shutoff Valve on page 12 in this supplement and have your vehicle towed to a
29. turn it off Disconnect the CNG fill nozzle from the fuel receptacle by slowly turning the lever on the nozzle 180 degrees You may hear a brief hissing sound as a small amount of gas escapes This is normal CONTINUED Before Driving 9 Refueling Procedure If dirt or other debris are adhering to the inside of the fuel receptacle gas may leak out after refueling If this happens blow off the dirt or debris with a little gas from the CNG fill nozzle If you need to add more fuel do the refueling procedure again 9 Put the receptacle dust cap on the fuel receptacle securely 10 Push the fuel receptacle lid closed until it latches 10 Before Driving If you do not close the lid the fuel gauge on the instrument panel will flash when you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position The gauge will stop flashing when you close the lid If you are not sure how to operate the refueling station ask for assistance Refueling Station Information To obtain information about the locations of compressed natural gas CNG refueling stations contact the Natural Gas Vehicle Coalition NGVC at 202 824 7360 Online use www afdc doe gov for the 49 states or www cngvc org for California Fuel System Components Fuel system components include a FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR FUEL TANK fuel tank located in the trunk an integrated fuel pressure regulator FUEL RECEPTACLE an in tank fuel shutoff
30. valve high pressure fuel lines electronically controlled multipoint fuel injectors and other equipment FUEL FEED LINE Fuel system components in the Civic GX comply with NFPA 52 standards Your vehicle is equipped with genuine Honda component parts that have been designed and approved for use in a compressed natural gas vehicle Never modify or replace any original components or parts with those specified for a gasoline powered vehicle MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE Improper parts or components can damage your vehicle s fuel system FUEL FILTER and affect your vehicle s safety and HIGH PRESSURE performance FUEL FILTER LOW PRESSURE FUEL INJECTORS CONTINUED Before Driving 11 Fuel System Components Fuel Cutoff System Fuel system maintenance and repair should be done only by an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer Tampering with or improperly maintaining the high pressure fuel system can cause a dangerous condition in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Never attempt to modify the fuel system and always have fuel system maintenance performed by an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer or a qualified NGV technician 12 Before Driving Fuel Cutoff System The in tank fuel shutoff valve is controlled by the ignition switch When the ignition switch is in the LOCK 0 or ACCESSORY I position the valve is closed shutting off fuel flow to the engine It opens when t
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