Owner's Manual
Page 63
...comes on at any other time, there is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will be disabled (see page 29 . With this happens, have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. If it comes on , your front airbags. If it is a problem with your side ...side airbag has automatically shut off if you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 77 ). 60 2008 Civic Sedan This indicator will then go off . It will also alert you turn the ignition switch to a potential problem with the ABS. If this...
...comes on at any other time, there is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will be disabled (see page 29 . With this happens, have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. If it comes on , your front airbags. If it is a problem with your side ...side airbag has automatically shut off if you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 77 ). 60 2008 Civic Sedan This indicator will then go off . It will also alert you turn the ignition switch to a potential problem with the ABS. If this...
Owner's Manual
Page 69
...SEL/RESET BUTTON U.S. Odometer This shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It is shown DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON 66 2008 Civic Sedan A beeper will sound. Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE FUEL GAUGE TACHOMETER To switch the information display...until the speedometer, trip meter, and odometer readings switch between the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature (if equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance item code(s), press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly. model with the intent to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with A/T is...
...SEL/RESET BUTTON U.S. Odometer This shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It is shown DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON 66 2008 Civic Sedan A beeper will sound. Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE FUEL GAUGE TACHOMETER To switch the information display...until the speedometer, trip meter, and odometer readings switch between the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature (if equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance item code(s), press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly. model with the intent to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with A/T is...
Owner's Manual
Page 80
...problems could result that are damaged. CONTINUED 77 2008 Civic Sedan Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. If they get wet, dry them . If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is near the ignition switch when... ignition switch to it , and turn the ignition switch to start your engine, contact your vehicle undrivable. When you insert the key. Instruments and Controls If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of the key. The keys without a remote transmitter do not contain batteries...
...problems could result that are damaged. CONTINUED 77 2008 Civic Sedan Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. If they get wet, dry them . If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is near the ignition switch when... ignition switch to it , and turn the ignition switch to start your engine, contact your vehicle undrivable. When you insert the key. Instruments and Controls If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of the key. The keys without a remote transmitter do not contain batteries...
Owner's Manual
Page 227
... time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 224 2008 Civic Sedan The maintenance minder indicator will also come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for the required maintenance. SERVICE MESSAGE MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent, you will be displayed next...
... time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 224 2008 Civic Sedan The maintenance minder indicator will also come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for the required maintenance. SERVICE MESSAGE MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent, you will be displayed next...
Owner's Manual
Page 228
... the remaining engine oil life...more. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of ...the oil change (see this message, have the indicated maintenance done by your vehicle has passed the maintenance required point. NEGATIVE MILEAGE When the engine...you do not perform the indicated maintenance, negative mileage is 0 percent, the engine oil life indicator will blink. Immediately have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer...
... the remaining engine oil life...more. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of ...the oil change (see this message, have the indicated maintenance done by your vehicle has passed the maintenance required point. NEGATIVE MILEAGE When the engine...you do not perform the indicated maintenance, negative mileage is 0 percent, the engine oil life indicator will blink. Immediately have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer...
Owner's Manual
Page 229
...next time you change the information display from the engine oil life display to reset the display (see page 229 . 226 2008 Civic Sedan If maintenance service is displayed. Press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator is done by someone other than... your dealer, reset the maintenance minder as follows: 1. For an explanation of these maintenance codes, see Resetting the Engine Oil Life ...
...next time you change the information display from the engine oil life display to reset the display (see page 229 . 226 2008 Civic Sedan If maintenance service is displayed. Press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator is done by someone other than... your dealer, reset the maintenance minder as follows: 1. For an explanation of these maintenance codes, see Resetting the Engine Oil Life ...
Owner's Manual
Page 230
This can lead to ''100.'' Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can provide competent, efficient service. Press the SEL/RESET button for more than 5 seconds. The engine oil life and the maintenance item code(s) will no longer have the required service done but do ...accurate record of when maintenance is needed. 3. Press the SEL/RESET button for about 10 seconds. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will not show the proper maintenance intervals. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Important Maintenance Precautions If ...
This can lead to ''100.'' Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can provide competent, efficient service. Press the SEL/RESET button for more than 5 seconds. The engine oil life and the maintenance item code(s) will no longer have the required service done but do ...accurate record of when maintenance is needed. 3. Press the SEL/RESET button for about 10 seconds. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will not show the proper maintenance intervals. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Important Maintenance Precautions If ...
Owner's Manual
Page 275
...you using a properly coded key? Are you using the proper starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 77 ). See Emergency Towing on page 286 . There may not be an electrical problem, such as no power to Starting the Engine on page 286 . 272 2008 Civic Sedan The Starter Operates...determine the problem. You can then try to blink rapidly (see page 273 ). An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to start the engine, either the battery is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or...
...you using a properly coded key? Are you using the proper starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 77 ). See Emergency Towing on page 286 . There may not be an electrical problem, such as no power to Starting the Engine on page 286 . 272 2008 Civic Sedan The Starter Operates...determine the problem. You can then try to blink rapidly (see page 273 ). An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to start the engine, either the battery is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or...
Owner's Manual
Page 281
... can take several days of driving under various conditions to set . It can reduce your vehicle checked by your vehicle's emissions controls and engine. If it may turn off as you may have recently refueled your vehicle, the indicator coming on -board diagnostics for 20 seconds. Tighten...'s battery has been disconnected or gone dead, these codes are set the codes again. To check if they are set , the test cannot be completed. 278 2008 Civic Sedan If they are not set , turn the indicator off , the readiness codes are erased. Tightening the cap will come on the...
... can take several days of driving under various conditions to set . It can reduce your vehicle checked by your vehicle's emissions controls and engine. If it may turn off as you may have recently refueled your vehicle, the indicator coming on -board diagnostics for 20 seconds. Tighten...'s battery has been disconnected or gone dead, these codes are set the codes again. To check if they are set , the test cannot be completed. 278 2008 Civic Sedan If they are not set , turn the indicator off , the readiness codes are erased. Tightening the cap will come on the...
Owner's Manual
Page 293
.... Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in bar code on the certification label. You can see it by looking through the windshield on the engine compartment bulkhead to the top of the dashboard. It is also on the certification label ... place to register your vehicle. COVER VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICATION LABEL 290 2008 Civic Sedan The VIN is also provided in various places. It is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to find the VIN is stamped on the engine bulkhead. The VIN is also located on the...
.... Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in bar code on the certification label. You can see it by looking through the windshield on the engine compartment bulkhead to the top of the dashboard. It is also on the certification label ... place to register your vehicle. COVER VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICATION LABEL 290 2008 Civic Sedan The VIN is also provided in various places. It is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to find the VIN is stamped on the engine bulkhead. The VIN is also located on the...
Owner's Manual
Page 306
...(manual transmission). Without touching the accelerator pedal, start the engine, and let it may not pass the test. Technical Information CONTINUED 303 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for an emissions test shortly after... touching the accelerator pedal and let the engine idle for 6 hours or more. 3. Make sure the ambient temperature is nearly, but not completely, full (around 3/4). 2. Keep the vehicle in the onboard diagnostics for the emissions systems. These codes are erased when the battery is because ...
...(manual transmission). Without touching the accelerator pedal, start the engine, and let it may not pass the test. Technical Information CONTINUED 303 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for an emissions test shortly after... touching the accelerator pedal and let the engine idle for 6 hours or more. 3. Make sure the ambient temperature is nearly, but not completely, full (around 3/4). 2. Keep the vehicle in the onboard diagnostics for the emissions systems. These codes are erased when the battery is because ...
Owner's Manual
Page 307
... vehicle coast for 90 seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal. 9. If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see your dealer. 304 2008 Civic Sedan Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you cannot do this is okay.) If you can maintain a speed of 90... (for a total of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 10 minutes. Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for at least 20 minutes. Main Menu Table Of Contents Emissions Testing 7.
... vehicle coast for 90 seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal. 9. If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see your dealer. 304 2008 Civic Sedan Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you cannot do this is okay.) If you can maintain a speed of 90... (for a total of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 10 minutes. Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for at least 20 minutes. Main Menu Table Of Contents Emissions Testing 7.
Owner's Manual
Page 319
... Children ...39 R Radiator Overheating ...275 Radio/CD Sound System ...114 Radio/CD/PC Card Sound System...132 Readiness Codes ...278 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement ...247-249 Rear Seat, Folding ...95 Rear View Mirror...102 Rear Window Defogger...Speeds ...200 Reminder Lights ...59 Remote Audio Controls...171 Remote Transmitter ...88 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter ...250 Engine Oil and Filter ...234 Fuses ...280 Light Bulbs ...244 Maintenance Minder ...223 Tires ...259 Wiper Blades ...251 ......14, 19 Maintenance...20, 250 Reminder Light and Beeper ...18, 59 VI 2008 Civic Sedan
... Children ...39 R Radiator Overheating ...275 Radio/CD Sound System ...114 Radio/CD/PC Card Sound System...132 Readiness Codes ...278 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement ...247-249 Rear Seat, Folding ...95 Rear View Mirror...102 Rear Window Defogger...Speeds ...200 Reminder Lights ...59 Remote Audio Controls...171 Remote Transmitter ...88 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter ...250 Engine Oil and Filter ...234 Fuses ...280 Light Bulbs ...244 Maintenance Minder ...223 Tires ...259 Wiper Blades ...251 ......14, 19 Maintenance...20, 250 Reminder Light and Beeper ...18, 59 VI 2008 Civic Sedan