Owner's Manual
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...Technical Information ...183 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance ...107 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need when you ... and Convenience Features...61 How to load luggage and other technical literature. Things to look for if your new Honda, and how to www.helminc.com. 1994 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification .i Introduction ...A Few Words About Safety ...ii Driver and...
...Technical Information ...183 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance ...107 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need when you ... and Convenience Features...61 How to load luggage and other technical literature. Things to look for if your new Honda, and how to www.helminc.com. 1994 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification .i Introduction ...A Few Words About Safety ...ii Driver and...
Owner's Manual
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... seat as far back as possible. The light stays on or flashes while you turn the ignition ON (II). The light comes on after the engine starts. Driver and Passenger Safety Front seat passengers should be propelled inside the car and possibly hurt someone. If the airbag inflates, it could seriously...
... seat as far back as possible. The light stays on or flashes while you turn the ignition ON (II). The light comes on after the engine starts. Driver and Passenger Safety Front seat passengers should be propelled inside the car and possibly hurt someone. If the airbag inflates, it could seriously...
Owner's Manual
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...areas, such as shown below. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have no problem with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as follows: 1. High levels of carbon monoxide can even kill you maintain your car properly. Set the... temperature control to carbon monoxide. Even with the trunk lid open, open , run the engine with the garage door closed. This can pull exhaust gas into your parked car, even in an unconfined area, with carbon monoxide entering the...
...areas, such as shown below. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have no problem with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as follows: 1. High levels of carbon monoxide can even kill you maintain your car properly. Set the... temperature control to carbon monoxide. Even with the trunk lid open, open , run the engine with the garage door closed. This can pull exhaust gas into your parked car, even in an unconfined area, with carbon monoxide entering the...
Owner's Manual
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...or fluid leaks. Turn to do. If this light comes on while driving, the battery is ON (II) and go out after the engine starts. Safely pull to worn brake pads. It should come on while driving. Turn to cause damage. Instruments and Controls Indicator Lights Charging ...System Indicator This light indicates the battery is ON (II), and go out after the engine starts. It should light when the ignition is not being charged. Canada BRAKE Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Light This light has two...
...or fluid leaks. Turn to do. If this light comes on while driving, the battery is ON (II) and go out after the engine starts. Safely pull to worn brake pads. It should come on while driving. Turn to cause damage. Instruments and Controls Indicator Lights Charging ...System Indicator This light indicates the battery is ON (II), and go out after the engine starts. It should light when the ignition is not being charged. Canada BRAKE Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Light This light has two...
Owner's Manual
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... comes back on again while driving, take the car to your dealer to have a problem. Reset the system by restarting the engine. With the light on after the engine starts. If it indicates one of these indications, the airbags may not work when needed in the ABS. Trunk-Open Indicator This... the ABS light. If it comes on when you turn the ignition ON (II). U.S.: Malfunction Indicator Lamp Canada: Check Engine Light This light comes on and off after the engine starts, something is not closed tightly. It may have it stays on , your dealer promptly for a few seconds when you...
... comes back on again while driving, take the car to your dealer to have a problem. Reset the system by restarting the engine. With the light on after the engine starts. If it indicates one of these indications, the airbags may not work when needed in the ABS. Trunk-Open Indicator This... the ABS light. If it comes on when you turn the ignition ON (II). U.S.: Malfunction Indicator Lamp Canada: Check Engine Light This light comes on and off after the engine starts, something is not closed tightly. It may have it stays on , your dealer promptly for a few seconds when you...
Owner's Manual
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... Automatic Transmission Shown TRIP METER RESET BUTTON Speedometer U.S. EX and Canada Si models The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per hour. Instruments and Controls Tachometer On U.S. To reset it . To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the intent to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the tachometer...
... Automatic Transmission Shown TRIP METER RESET BUTTON Speedometer U.S. EX and Canada Si models The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per hour. Instruments and Controls Tachometer On U.S. To reset it . To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the intent to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the tachometer...
Owner's Manual
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... fuel level reading after you have. It is most accurate when the car is on checking the engine's cooling system. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of the engine's coolant. Gauges TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE GAUGE Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of uphill driving...
... fuel level reading after you have. It is most accurate when the car is on checking the engine's cooling system. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of the engine's coolant. Gauges TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE GAUGE Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of uphill driving...
Owner's Manual
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..., you turn the steering wheel to ON (see page 29). All features and accessories on the car are usable. Remove the key to start the engine. To switch from the ignition switch only when parked. ON (II) - Remove the key from ACCESSORY to ON when you open either front door with...
..., you turn the steering wheel to ON (see page 29). All features and accessories on the car are usable. Remove the key to start the engine. To switch from the ignition switch only when parked. ON (II) - Remove the key from ACCESSORY to ON when you open either front door with...
Owner's Manual
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...use the system for ventilation, cooling, dehumidifying, defrosting and heating. continued Comfort and Convenience Features Air enters the car through ventilation system. The heater uses engine coolant to keep out smoke and dust. The engine must be several minutes before you feel warm air circulating. Air conditioning does not depend on... engine temperature. Use mode to heat or cool the interior more quickly, or to warm the air. In most cases, the mode and air source ...
...use the system for ventilation, cooling, dehumidifying, defrosting and heating. continued Comfort and Convenience Features Air enters the car through ventilation system. The heater uses engine coolant to keep out smoke and dust. The engine must be several minutes before you feel warm air circulating. Air conditioning does not depend on... engine temperature. Use mode to heat or cool the interior more quickly, or to warm the air. In most cases, the mode and air source ...
Owner's Manual
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... described above. To cool the interior down rapidly after the car has been sitting in heavy traffic or driving up long hills. Turn on the engine. TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER FAN CONTROL LEVER MODE BUTTONS AIR CONDITIONING ON/OFF SWITCH Comfort and Convenience Features Start the... engine. 2. Open the windows partially. The air conditioning places an extra load on the A/C by pressing the switch. 3. Heating and Cooling To Cool with A/C To operate ...
... described above. To cool the interior down rapidly after the car has been sitting in heavy traffic or driving up long hills. Turn on the engine. TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER FAN CONTROL LEVER MODE BUTTONS AIR CONDITIONING ON/OFF SWITCH Comfort and Convenience Features Start the... engine. 2. Open the windows partially. The air conditioning places an extra load on the A/C by pressing the switch. 3. Heating and Cooling To Cool with A/C To operate ...
Owner's Manual
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Start the engine. 2. To Heat and Dehumidify with Air Conditioning Air conditioning removes moisture from the air as it makes the interior warm and dry. 1. Turn on . 2. Adjust ...
Start the engine. 2. To Heat and Dehumidify with Air Conditioning Air conditioning removes moisture from the air as it makes the interior warm and dry. 1. Turn on . 2. Adjust ...
Owner's Manual
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...direct all the way to operate the heater. To Turn Everything Off To shut off for the first few minutes of the windows: 1. Start the engine. 2. To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather, until the... engine coolant warms up in the interior. Select and Comfort and Convenience Features Turn on very cold days), first select Once the windshield is clear, ...
...direct all the way to operate the heater. To Turn Everything Off To shut off for the first few minutes of the windows: 1. Start the engine. 2. To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather, until the... engine coolant warms up in the interior. Select and Comfort and Convenience Features Turn on very cold days), first select Once the windshield is clear, ...
Owner's Manual
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... what gasoline to use, and how to check the levels of important fluids. This section will help you should know how to your Honda, you . Before Driving Before you begin driving your car, please read the information in Foreign Countries ...83 Service Station Procedures ...84 ...Filling the Fuel Tank ...84 Opening the Hood ...85 Oil Check ...86 Engine Coolant Check . . 87 Fuel Economy ...88 Vehicle Condition ...88 Driving Habits ...88 Accessories ...89 Loading Cargo ...90 Before Driving If you plan...
... what gasoline to use, and how to check the levels of important fluids. This section will help you should know how to your Honda, you . Before Driving Before you begin driving your car, please read the information in Foreign Countries ...83 Service Station Procedures ...84 ...Filling the Fuel Tank ...84 Opening the Hood ...85 Oil Check ...86 Engine Coolant Check . . 87 Fuel Economy ...88 Vehicle Condition ...88 Driving Habits ...88 Accessories ...89 Loading Cargo ...90 Before Driving If you plan...
Owner's Manual
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...To meet clean air standards, some areas of 86 or higher. Some states/provinces require this information to add oil, use the engine oil recommended in this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. During this owner's manual. These gasolines are recommended. If ...to mechanical damage. Before using an oxygenated fuel, try to help prevent fuel system and engine deposits are collectively referred to operate most effectively on the pump. Gasoline Your Honda is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. If you drive during the first ...
...To meet clean air standards, some areas of 86 or higher. Some states/provinces require this information to add oil, use the engine oil recommended in this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. During this owner's manual. These gasolines are recommended. If ...to mechanical damage. Before using an oxygenated fuel, try to help prevent fuel system and engine deposits are collectively referred to operate most effectively on the pump. Gasoline Your Honda is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. If you drive during the first ...
Owner's Manual
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Before Driving Insert it all the way back in its tube. Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1. Wipe the dipstick with fuel. Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the car with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2.
Before Driving Insert it all the way back in its tube. Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1. Wipe the dipstick with fuel. Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the car with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2.
Owner's Manual
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UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4. Remove it is between the upper and lower marks. 5. If it . MAX MIN Look at the coolant level in your Honda. Make sure it again and check the level. Before Driving If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Coolant on page 120 for information ...on the proper oil and how to Periodic Checks on page 113 for information on adding the proper coolant. Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Refer to add it is near or below the lower mark, see page 115 for information on checking other items in...
UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4. Remove it is between the upper and lower marks. 5. If it . MAX MIN Look at the coolant level in your Honda. Make sure it again and check the level. Before Driving If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Coolant on page 120 for information ...on the proper oil and how to Periodic Checks on page 113 for information on adding the proper coolant. Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Refer to add it is near or below the lower mark, see page 115 for information on checking other items in...
Owner's Manual
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... fuel mileage you get better fuel economy. For example an underinflated tire causes more fuel. In winter the build-up " a cold engine by driving moderately. Use the flow-through ventilation when the outside . Frequent cleaning helps your car according to "warm-up of snow on ...cruise control, when appropriate, to cut down on air conditioning use more "rolling resistance," which makes it in the highest gear that allows the engine to combine several short trips into one. Maintain a constant speed while cruising, depending on the number of "cold starts," try to run ...
... fuel mileage you get better fuel economy. For example an underinflated tire causes more fuel. In winter the build-up " a cold engine by driving moderately. Use the flow-through ventilation when the outside . Frequent cleaning helps your car according to "warm-up of snow on ...cruise control, when appropriate, to cut down on air conditioning use more "rolling resistance," which makes it in the highest gear that allows the engine to combine several short trips into one. Maintain a constant speed while cruising, depending on the number of "cold starts," try to run ...
Owner's Manual
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...computercontrolled systems, including the SRS system, the anti-lock brake system, and the engine's fuel injection system. Have these are covered by warranty. Before Driving Some non-Honda accessories you want to personalize your car. Electronic communications equipment, such as cellular...audio systems, alloy wheels, air conditioning, and color-coordinated carpet floor mats. All Genuine Honda Accessories have your Honda dealer inspect the final installation. Accessories Your Honda dealer has many cases, improper installation is the real cause of these accessories installed by ...
...computercontrolled systems, including the SRS system, the anti-lock brake system, and the engine's fuel injection system. Have these are covered by warranty. Before Driving Some non-Honda accessories you want to personalize your car. Electronic communications equipment, such as cellular...audio systems, alloy wheels, air conditioning, and color-coordinated carpet floor mats. All Genuine Honda Accessories have your Honda dealer inspect the final installation. Accessories Your Honda dealer has many cases, improper installation is the real cause of these accessories installed by ...
Owner's Manual
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... car's braking system. Preparing to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions and how to Drive ...92 Starting the Engine ...93 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...93 Automatic Transmission ...93 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude ...94 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...95...
... car's braking system. Preparing to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions and how to Drive ...92 Starting the Engine ...93 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...93 Automatic Transmission ...93 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude ...94 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...95...
Owner's Manual
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... panel (see page 49). 6. Check that the hood and trunk are clean and unobstructed. Check the adjustment of the inside are securely closed . 3. Start the engine (see pages 53 and 54). 7. Turn the ignition ON (II). Check the adjustment of the steering wheel (see page 7). 10. Make sure all windows, mirrors...
... panel (see page 49). 6. Check that the hood and trunk are clean and unobstructed. Check the adjustment of the inside are securely closed . 3. Start the engine (see pages 53 and 54). 7. Turn the ignition ON (II). Check the adjustment of the steering wheel (see page 7). 10. Make sure all windows, mirrors...