０７／０８／０３ １２：１１：４９ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ０００２ 2008 Civic Sedan GX Online Reference Owner's Manual Refer to 2008 Civic Sedan Owner's Manual for topics not covered. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................ 2 Instruments and Controls Instrument Panel Indicators ......... 3 Gauges ............................................ 5 Rear Seat ......................................... 5 Before Driving Fuel .................................................. 6 Refueling Procedure ..........
０７／０８／０３ １２：１１：５３ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ０００３ Main Menu 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. You will find important safety 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. Your Civic GX operates and performs like a gasoline-powered Civic.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１１：５９ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ０００４ Main Menu Instrument Panel Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) 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.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１２：０６ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ０００５ Main Menu 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 28 of this supplement. Low Fuel Indicator LOW FUEL INDICATOR This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It also comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１２：１３ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ０００６ Main Menu Gauges, Rear Seat Fuel Gauge LOWER ‘‘F’’ MARK UPPER ‘‘F’’ MARK The gauge may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. The tank temperature, fill method, and ambient conditions may affect the pressure and temperature of the natural gas. Rear Seat Unlike the standard Civic, the seatback cannot be folded down. FUEL GAUGE This gauge shows how much fuel you have.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１２：１９ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ０００７ Main Menu Fuel Your Civic GX is designed to operate on compressed natural gas (CNG). 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 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) The main component of compressed natural gas is methane, a highly flammable, colorless gas.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１２：２９ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ０００８ Main Menu Fuel, Refueling Procedure CNG Identification CNG LABEL 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.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１２：３７ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ０００９ Main Menu Refueling Procedure Using f ast f ill equipment at temperatures below 4°F (−16°C) may damage the f uel system, potentially causing a leak. Only use slow f ill equipment when ambient temperatures are below 4°F (−16°C). Filling the Fuel Tank The refueling equipment and procedure can vary with the refueling station. The CNG fill nozzle may not look or work like the example on the next page.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１２：４５ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００１０ Main Menu 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. 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.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１２：５２ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００１１ Main Menu 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, clean off the dirt or debris with a clean, dry rag from the CNG fill nozzle. If you need to add more fuel, do the refueling procedure again. 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 (II) position.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１２：５９ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００１２ Main Menu Fuel System Components FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR FUEL TANK FUEL FEED LINE FUEL RECEPTACLE Fuel system components include a fuel tank located in the trunk, an integrated fuel pressure regulator, an in-tank fuel shutoff valve, high pressure fuel lines, electronically controlled multipoint fuel injectors, and other equipment. Fuel system components in the Civic GX comply with NFPA-52 standards.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１３：０６ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００１３ Main Menu 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. Fuel Cutoff System The in-tank fuel shutoff valve is controlled by the ignition switch.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１３：１５ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００１４ Main Menu Carrying Cargo Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg). This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer. See Tire And Loading Information label attached to the driver’s doorjamb. Label Example Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit − (1)Locate the statement ‘‘The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１３：２８ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００１５ Main Menu Carrying Cargo (4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amount equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 − 750 (5 × 150) = 650 lbs.) (5)Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１３：３８ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００１６ Main Menu Carrying Cargo, Starting the Engine 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. Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１３：４８ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００１７ Main Menu Starting the Engine, Towing a Trailer If you regularly drive your vehicle in very cold weather [below −4°F (−20°C)], consider having an engine block heater installed. It should greatly improve starting in very cold weather. Also, when driving in very cold weather, make sure that the 12 V battery is fully charged either by driving several miles each day or by using a 12 V charger to fully charge the battery.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１３：５６ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００１８ Main Menu 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.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１４：０２ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００１９ Main Menu Maintenance Minder Engine Oil Life Display SEL/RESET BUTTON ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY To see the current engine oil life, turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and press the SEL/ RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life display appears.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１４：１０ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００２０ Main Menu Maintenance Minder 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.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１４：２０ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００２１ Main Menu Maintenance Minder Maintenance Minder Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil1 Replace engine oil1 and oil filter Replace fuel filter element (low pressure) Drain fuel filter (high pressure) Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system＃
０７／０８／０３ １２：１４：２７ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００２２ Main Menu 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. 5W-20 oil is formulated for yearround protection of your vehicle, to improve cold weather starting, and to help your engine use less fuel. Engine Coolant Refer to the Civic Sedan owner’s manual for engine coolant checking and adding procedures.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１４：４５ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００２３ Main Menu Fuel Tank The fuel tank meets the safety standards of NGV-2/NFPA-52/DOT NHTSA FMVSS 304. The fuel tank should be inspected every 3 years after its production date. Have a qualified Honda Civic GX dealer or a qualified NGV technician inspect the fuel tank for damage or leaks. HOOD You should also have the fuel tank inspected after a collision. The fuel tank should be replaced 15 years after it was manufactured.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１５：０７ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００２４ Main Menu Fuel Tank, Tires FUEL TANK Tires The recommended cold tire pressure for most normal driving conditions is shown below. Tire Size P195/65R15 89H Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front/Rear: 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.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１５：１６ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００２５ Main Menu Lights Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb TRUNK LINING SOCKET SCREW FASTENER 1. Open the trunk. BULB 3. Pull the upper edge of the trunk lining down. 2. Remove the screw from the center of each trunk lining fastener, then remove the fasteners. 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.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１５：２４ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００２６ Main Menu Lights, Storing Your Vehicle 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. 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.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１５：３３ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００２７ Main Menu Changing a Flat Tire To change a flat tire, follow the instructions in the Civic Sedan owner’s manual. To remove the spare tire from the trunk and to store the flat tire, follow the instructions on this and the next page. Removing the Spare Tire TOOL CASE TOOL KIT TRUNK FLOOR TRUNK FLOOR SPACER CONE WING BOLT SPARE TIRE JACK 1. Open the trunk. 2. Remove the trunk floor. 3. Take the tool case out of the spare tire. 4.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１５：４１ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００２８ Main Menu Changing a Flat Tire Storing a Flat Tire TRUNK LINING JACK 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. 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.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１５：４８ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００２９ Main Menu Changing a Flat Tire, If the Fuel System Has a Leak 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. SUPPORT PLATE 5. Store the spacer cone and wing bolt for the spare tire in the tool kit. 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.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１５：５７ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００３０ Main Menu 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: 1. Park your vehicle in a wellventilated area, and apply the parking brake. Keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Open all the windows and the trunk lid for ventilation. Compressed natural gas is flammable and highly explosive. You could be killed or seriously injured if leaking natural gas is ignited.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１６：０５ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００３１ Main Menu Fuses, Fuse Locations Fuses To check and replace fuses, follow the instructions in the Civic Sedan owner’s manual. Since your vehicle’s interior fuses are different from the Civic Sedan fuses, determine from the chart or the diagram on the fuse label, which fuse or fuses control that device. Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 7.5 A 15 A 10 A 7.5 A 15 A − 7.5 A − 7.5 A 7.5 A 10 A 10 A 10 A 7.5 A 7.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１６：２０ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００３２ Main Menu Specifications Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Front Rear Weights Gross vehicle weight rating Seating Capacities Total Front Rear Engine Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs 176.7 in (4,489 mm) 69.0 in (1,752 mm) 56.5 in (1,435 mm) 106.3 in (2,700 mm) 59.0 in (1,499 mm) 60.2 in (1,528 mm) See the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１６：４１ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００３３ Main Menu Specifications Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant oil type HFC-134a (R-134a) 14.1−15.9 oz (400−450 g) SP-10 Fuses Interior See page 30 or the fuse label attached to the driver’s lower corner panel. See Fuses in the Civic Sedan owner’s manual.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１６：４７ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００３４ Main Menu Authorized Manuals Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order by phone or online: Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card orders only) Go online at www. helminc. com If you are interested in other years or models, contact Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１６：５３ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ００３５ Main Menu Authorized Manuals Service Manual: Covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the journeyman mechanic, but it is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to understand. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual: Complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle.
０７／０８／０３ １２：１１：４３ ３１ＳＮＦ９２０ ０００１ Main Menu Owner’s Identification This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold. OWNER ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE V. I. N. DELIVERY DATE (Date sold to original retail purchaser) DEALER NAME DEALER NO.
