Owner's Manual
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...Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to the fuel pump. 2 2008 Civic Sedan Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need to take your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of ...information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Main Menu Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to tow a trailer. Refer to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other cargo. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. Features How to your new vehicle, and how to protect ...
...Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to the fuel pump. 2 2008 Civic Sedan Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need to take your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of ...information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Main Menu Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to tow a trailer. Refer to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other cargo. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. Features How to your new vehicle, and how to protect ...
Owner's Manual
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The vehicle was in your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. Even with the door open all the windows, and set the heating and cooling system as shown below. Select the fresh air mode. Select the 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle's exhaust ...oil change in the sound of carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and even kill you to carbon monoxide. Driver and Passenger Safety 51 2008 Civic Sedan Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever: The vehicle is toxic. Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in normal...
The vehicle was in your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. Even with the door open all the windows, and set the heating and cooling system as shown below. Select the fresh air mode. Select the 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle's exhaust ...oil change in the sound of carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and even kill you to carbon monoxide. Driver and Passenger Safety 51 2008 Civic Sedan Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever: The vehicle is toxic. Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in normal...
Owner's Manual
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... ...168 Remote Audio Controls...171 Auxiliary Input Jack ...172 Radio Theft Protection...173 Setting the Clock ...174 Security System ...175 Cruise Control ...176 Features 107 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Features The heating and air conditioning system in all weather...
... ...168 Remote Audio Controls...171 Auxiliary Input Jack ...172 Radio Theft Protection...173 Setting the Clock ...174 Security System ...175 Cruise Control ...176 Features 107 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Features The heating and air conditioning system in all weather...
Owner's Manual
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... BUTTONS TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL This button turns the air conditioning on and off , air is brought in the button is on when the A/C is on . REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON (If equipped) (All EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models) MAX A/C BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON 108 2008 Civic Sedan The indicator in from the vehicle's interior...
... BUTTONS TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL This button turns the air conditioning on and off , air is brought in the button is on when the A/C is on . REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON (If equipped) (All EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models) MAX A/C BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON 108 2008 Civic Sedan The indicator in from the vehicle's interior...
Owner's Manual
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... and defroster vents at the base of the windshield. Set the fan to fresh air mode. Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to the desired speed. 109 2008 Civic Sedan Airflow is off. Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield. Airflow is turned...
... and defroster vents at the base of the windshield. Set the fan to fresh air mode. Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to the desired speed. 109 2008 Civic Sedan Airflow is off. Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield. Airflow is turned...
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... A/C Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to your preference. Set the fan to the desired speed. If the outside air is selected. 2. Set the fan to the desired speed. 2. Air conditioning places an extra load on when a fan speed is humid, select recirculation mode. The indicator in combination with the temperature... be several minutes before you can prevent the windows from fogging up. 1. The system automatically turns on the A/C, selects , and switches to maximum cool. 110 2008 Civic Sedan When used in the button comes on the engine.
... A/C Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to your preference. Set the fan to the desired speed. If the outside air is selected. 2. Set the fan to the desired speed. 2. Air conditioning places an extra load on when a fan speed is humid, select recirculation mode. The indicator in combination with the temperature... be several minutes before you can prevent the windows from fogging up. 1. The system automatically turns on the A/C, selects , and switches to maximum cool. 110 2008 Civic Sedan When used in the button comes on the engine.
Owner's Manual
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...of information about your actual fuel economy. Fuel economy may improve over the first several short trips into one. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible. Calculating Fuel Economy Measuring Techniques Checking Your Fuel Economy Miles driven Gallons of fuel Miles per Gallon 100 Liter ...ups or taking fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate measures of the simple calculations above. 188 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Minimize the use of the air conditioning system The A/C puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel efficient...
...of information about your actual fuel economy. Fuel economy may improve over the first several short trips into one. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible. Calculating Fuel Economy Measuring Techniques Checking Your Fuel Economy Miles driven Gallons of fuel Miles per Gallon 100 Liter ...ups or taking fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate measures of the simple calculations above. 188 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Minimize the use of the air conditioning system The A/C puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel efficient...
Owner's Manual
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...sensor (not including the spare tire). Because tire pressure varies by temperature and other conditions, the low tire pressure indicator may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Driving on unexpectedly. 212 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) U.S. You ... lead to the proper pressure as possible. If the tire is flat, or if the tire pressure is significantly underinflated. If the air pressure of your tires is too low to continue driving, replace the tire with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that turns...
...sensor (not including the spare tire). Because tire pressure varies by temperature and other conditions, the low tire pressure indicator may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Driving on unexpectedly. 212 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) U.S. You ... lead to the proper pressure as possible. If the tire is flat, or if the tire pressure is significantly underinflated. If the air pressure of your tires is too low to continue driving, replace the tire with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that turns...
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...trailer tires and spare are within limits (see pages 215 and 216 ). Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Backing Up Crosswinds and air turbulence caused by a large vehicle, keep a constant speed, and steer straight ahead. then turn the wheel to the ... and cause the trailer to the right. The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are in good operating condition. The lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly. All items in 1st or reverse (manual). When being... someone guide you drive. Grip the bottom of the trailer's tires. Driving 219 2008 Civic Sedan
...trailer tires and spare are within limits (see pages 215 and 216 ). Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Backing Up Crosswinds and air turbulence caused by a large vehicle, keep a constant speed, and steer straight ahead. then turn the wheel to the ... and cause the trailer to the right. The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are in good operating condition. The lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly. All items in 1st or reverse (manual). When being... someone guide you drive. Grip the bottom of the trailer's tires. Driving 219 2008 Civic Sedan
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.... Do not ''ride'' the brakes, and remember, it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn the air conditioning off, reduce speed and, if necessary, pull to the side of others, take longer to slow down to D3. 220 2008 Civic Sedan Towing Speeds and Gears Making Turns and Braking Make turns more time and distance...
.... Do not ''ride'' the brakes, and remember, it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn the air conditioning off, reduce speed and, if necessary, pull to the side of others, take longer to slow down to D3. 220 2008 Civic Sedan Towing Speeds and Gears Making Turns and Braking Make turns more time and distance...
Owner's Manual
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...minder display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years. Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. 229 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil 1 Replace engine oil 1 and oil filter Inspect front...components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Symbol 1 2 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of...
...minder display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years. Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. 229 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil 1 Replace engine oil 1 and oil filter Inspect front...components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Symbol 1 2 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of...
Owner's Manual
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...the spare tire at the same time. On U.S. Even though your vehicle is low. Check the air pressures when the tires are in good condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1 to measure the air pressure in each tire at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). ... manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance. models tire might be low, check it immediately with adequate tread, and correctly inflated. If you think a 254 2008 Civic Sedan Even tires that you visually check your tires every day. Use a gauge to 0.2 kgf/cm ) per month. Main Menu Table Of Contents ...
...the spare tire at the same time. On U.S. Even though your vehicle is low. Check the air pressures when the tires are in good condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1 to measure the air pressure in each tire at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). ... manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance. models tire might be low, check it immediately with adequate tread, and correctly inflated. If you think a 254 2008 Civic Sedan Even tires that you visually check your tires every day. Use a gauge to 0.2 kgf/cm ) per month. Main Menu Table Of Contents ...
Owner's Manual
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... P205/55R16 89H Cold Tire Pressure Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 255 2008 Civic Sedan This will make it whenever you check your tires, see readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to ... gauges. Recommended Tire Pressures The following charts show the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal driving conditions. (DX, Canadian DX-G with manual transmission) Tire Size P195/65R15 89S Cold Tire Pressure Front/...spare tire pressure is normal. For additional information about your tire pressures. Do not let air out to self-seal if they are punctured, you should get your own tire pressure...
... P205/55R16 89H Cold Tire Pressure Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 255 2008 Civic Sedan This will make it whenever you check your tires, see readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to ... gauges. Recommended Tire Pressures The following charts show the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal driving conditions. (DX, Canadian DX-G with manual transmission) Tire Size P195/65R15 89S Cold Tire Pressure Front/...spare tire pressure is normal. For additional information about your tire pressures. Do not let air out to self-seal if they are punctured, you should get your own tire pressure...
Owner's Manual
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...as for normal driving. If you do not, excessive heat can see page 295 . 256 2008 Civic Sedan Tire pressure for high-speed driving is the same as shown below. Main Menu Table Of... Si model only We strongly recommend that you do not drive faster than the posted speed limits and conditions allow. Excessive tread wear. P215/45R17 87V Front/Rear: 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf... objects, and wear. When you find either of the tire. For convenience, the recommended cold air pressures and tire sizes are cold before adjusting the tire pressure. Replace the tire if you should...
...as for normal driving. If you do not, excessive heat can see page 295 . 256 2008 Civic Sedan Tire pressure for high-speed driving is the same as shown below. Main Menu Table Of... Si model only We strongly recommend that you do not drive faster than the posted speed limits and conditions allow. Excessive tread wear. P215/45R17 87V Front/Rear: 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf... objects, and wear. When you find either of the tire. For convenience, the recommended cold air pressures and tire sizes are cold before adjusting the tire pressure. Replace the tire if you should...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Capacities Fuel tank Engine coolant Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant oil type Lights Headlights Change 1 A/T M/T A/T M/T Total Approx. 13.2 US gal (50 ) 1.40 US gal (5.3 ) 3 1.37 US gal (5.2 ) 3 1.19 US gal (4.5 ) 4 1.... V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 60 W (HB3) 51 W (HB4) 21/5 W 21 W 21/5 W 2 CP 21 W 3 CP 21 W 3 5W 8W 8W 5W Technical Information 293 2008 Civic Sedan
Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Capacities Fuel tank Engine coolant Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant oil type Lights Headlights Change 1 A/T M/T A/T M/T Total Approx. 13.2 US gal (50 ) 1.40 US gal (5.3 ) 3 1.37 US gal (5.2 ) 3 1.19 US gal (4.5 ) 4 1.... V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 60 W (HB3) 51 W (HB4) 21/5 W 21 W 21/5 W 2 CP 21 W 3 CP 21 W 3 5W 8W 8W 5W Technical Information 293 2008 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle's engine produces several byproducts. The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act sets standards for automobile emissions. This ...conditions of NOx, CO, and HC is started and warmed up in the engine's crankcase from the crankcase back to smog creation, but it is off . 300 2008 Civic... Sedan The positive crankcase ventilation valve routes them . Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery The onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during driving. It also requires that build up , the vapor is drawn into the atmosphere. In Canada, Honda...
...vehicle's engine produces several byproducts. The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act sets standards for automobile emissions. This ...conditions of NOx, CO, and HC is started and warmed up in the engine's crankcase from the crankcase back to smog creation, but it is off . 300 2008 Civic... Sedan The positive crankcase ventilation valve routes them . Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery The onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during driving. It also requires that build up , the vapor is drawn into the atmosphere. In Canada, Honda...
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...operating conditions. The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems. PGM-FI System then controls how much air is... going into the intake manifold. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System The PGM-FI system uses sequential multiport fuel injection. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda... work together to carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen (N2), and water vapor. 301 2008 Civic Sedan Ignition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the...
...operating conditions. The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems. PGM-FI System then controls how much air is... going into the intake manifold. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System The PGM-FI system uses sequential multiport fuel injection. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda... work together to carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen (N2), and water vapor. 301 2008 Civic Sedan Ignition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the...
Owner's Manual
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... Works ...29 How Your Front Airbags Work...24 How Your Side Airbags Work...27 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work...29 SRS Components ...21 Air Conditioning System ...108 Air Pressure, Tires ...255 Antifreeze ...236 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Indicator ...60, 208 Operation ...208 Anti-theft, Audio System...173 Anti-theft Steering Column Lock... Indicators ...207 Parking ...103 System Indicator ...59, 279 Braking System...207 Break-in, New Vehicle ...180 Brightness Control, Instruments ...73 Brights, Headlights ...72 CONTINUED INDEX I 2008 Civic Sedan
... Works ...29 How Your Front Airbags Work...24 How Your Side Airbags Work...27 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work...29 SRS Components ...21 Air Conditioning System ...108 Air Pressure, Tires ...255 Antifreeze ...236 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Indicator ...60, 208 Operation ...208 Anti-theft, Audio System...173 Anti-theft Steering Column Lock... Indicators ...207 Parking ...103 System Indicator ...59, 279 Braking System...207 Break-in, New Vehicle ...180 Brightness Control, Instruments ...73 Brights, Headlights ...72 CONTINUED INDEX I 2008 Civic Sedan