Owner's Manual
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Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text. instrument panel is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel DX, DX-G (Canada), LX, EX, EX-L SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 64) DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P. 61) SIDE AIRBAG LIGHTS ON OFF INDICATOR INDICATOR (P. 60) (P. 61) HIGH ... INDICATOR (P. 65, 223) The U.S. Canadian DX-G model with M/T has the electric power steering (EPS) indicator (see page 62) next to the immobilizer system indicator. 57 2008 Civic Sedan
Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text. instrument panel is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel DX, DX-G (Canada), LX, EX, EX-L SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 64) DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P. 61) SIDE AIRBAG LIGHTS ON OFF INDICATOR INDICATOR (P. 60) (P. 61) HIGH ... INDICATOR (P. 65, 223) The U.S. Canadian DX-G model with M/T has the electric power steering (EPS) indicator (see page 62) next to the immobilizer system indicator. 57 2008 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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..., and hold it to the shortest delay ( position), the wipers change to select a position. MIST 2. ADJUSTMENT RING : EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models 1. Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring. The wipers run at high MIST speed until you release the lever. The... Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever. 71 2008 Civic Sedan
..., and hold it to the shortest delay ( position), the wipers change to select a position. MIST 2. ADJUSTMENT RING : EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models 1. Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring. The wipers run at high MIST speed until you release the lever. The... Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever. 71 2008 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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...Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is disabled. EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si On All EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models Push the button to turn on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. ...sideto-side. Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on and off after about 15 minutes. For more information, see page 103 . 74 2008 Civic Sedan If you restart the vehicle. You have good visibility before starting to show the defogger is on again when you do not turn indicators...
...Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is disabled. EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si On All EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models Push the button to turn on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. ...sideto-side. Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on and off after about 15 minutes. For more information, see page 103 . 74 2008 Civic Sedan If you restart the vehicle. You have good visibility before starting to show the defogger is on again when you do not turn indicators...
Owner's Manual
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... the trunk and trunk release handle locked when you ever have received a key number tag with your set of keys. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. 76 2008 Civic Sedan You will need this key number if you leave your vehicle. You should have to get a key replaced. Main Menu Table... Of Contents Keys and Locks EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER VALET KEY (Gray) U.S. The...
... the trunk and trunk release handle locked when you ever have received a key number tag with your set of keys. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. 76 2008 Civic Sedan You will need this key number if you leave your vehicle. You should have to get a key replaced. Main Menu Table... Of Contents Keys and Locks EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER VALET KEY (Gray) U.S. The...
Owner's Manual
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... a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can also use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page 37 . 87 2008 Civic Sedan To close the trunk, press down on the remote transmitter. Parents should decide if their children should be opened from getting into the interior.... Main Menu Table Of Contents Trunk On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models Emergency Trunk Opener Press and hold the trunk release button on the trunk lid. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving...
... a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can also use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page 37 . 87 2008 Civic Sedan To close the trunk, press down on the remote transmitter. Parents should decide if their children should be opened from getting into the interior.... Main Menu Table Of Contents Trunk On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models Emergency Trunk Opener Press and hold the trunk release button on the trunk lid. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving...
Owner's Manual
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This button does not work when the key is in the ignition switch. 88 2008 Civic Sedan If you will hear a horn to verify that the security system has set . LX, EX, EX-L, and Si models, the security system will flash once. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you relock the doors ...this button for about 1 second to unlock the driver's door. You cannot lock the doors if any other doors. On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models LOCK Press this button once UNLOCK to open the trunk. Press this button once to verify that the doors are locked. If you press...
This button does not work when the key is in the ignition switch. 88 2008 Civic Sedan If you will hear a horn to verify that the security system has set . LX, EX, EX-L, and Si models, the security system will flash once. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you relock the doors ...this button for about 1 second to unlock the driver's door. You cannot lock the doors if any other doors. On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models LOCK Press this button once UNLOCK to open the trunk. Press this button once to verify that the doors are locked. If you press...
Owner's Manual
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The seat-back is in the center of its three positions. On DX, U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Armrest On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models, the rear seat armrest is released from inside the trunk. CONTINUED 95 2008 Civic Sedan LX, and Canadian DX-G models The seat-back can be folded down , giving you direct access to the trunk. Pivot it down to one piece. Folding Rear Seat Instruments and Controls On all models except DX To use it to use the console lid as one of the rear seat. The back of the rear seat folds down as an armrest, slide it .
The seat-back is in the center of its three positions. On DX, U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Armrest On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models, the rear seat armrest is released from inside the trunk. CONTINUED 95 2008 Civic Sedan LX, and Canadian DX-G models The seat-back can be folded down , giving you direct access to the trunk. Pivot it down to one piece. Folding Rear Seat Instruments and Controls On all models except DX To use it to use the console lid as one of the rear seat. The back of the rear seat folds down as an armrest, slide it .
Owner's Manual
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... removing the belt from inside the trunk. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats GUIDE CENTER SHOULDER BELT Pull RELEASE On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models The left and right seat-backs can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by pulling on the top of the... release. To release the seat-back, pull the release under the trunk panel. Push the seat-back down, then let go of the seat. 96 2008 Civic Sedan Make sure it firmly against the trunk panel. When storing cargo, you can be folded separately from the guide.
... removing the belt from inside the trunk. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats GUIDE CENTER SHOULDER BELT Pull RELEASE On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models The left and right seat-backs can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by pulling on the top of the... release. To release the seat-back, pull the release under the trunk panel. Push the seat-back down, then let go of the seat. 96 2008 Civic Sedan Make sure it firmly against the trunk panel. When storing cargo, you can be folded separately from the guide.
Owner's Manual
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..., pull the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. Instruments and Controls HEATED MIRROR BUTTON PARKING BRAKE LEVER On All EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models The outside mirrors are heated to turn on as a reminder. The indicator in the ON (II) position, turn the heaters off... with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is fully released (see page 59 ). 103 2008 Civic Sedan
..., pull the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. Instruments and Controls HEATED MIRROR BUTTON PARKING BRAKE LEVER On All EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models The outside mirrors are heated to turn on as a reminder. The indicator in the ON (II) position, turn the heaters off... with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is fully released (see page 59 ). 103 2008 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Lights, Interior Convenience Items Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE COMPARTMENT CENTER POCKET COIN BOX COAT HOOK VANITY MIRROR Instruments and Controls ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET On all LX models, and EX and EX-L models without moonroof Push on the spotlight lenses to turn the light on and off. BEVERAGE HOLDERS BEVERAGE HOLDERS : If equipped ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX 105 2008 Civic Sedan
Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Lights, Interior Convenience Items Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE COMPARTMENT CENTER POCKET COIN BOX COAT HOOK VANITY MIRROR Instruments and Controls ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET On all LX models, and EX and EX-L models without moonroof Push on the spotlight lenses to turn the light on and off. BEVERAGE HOLDERS BEVERAGE HOLDERS : If equipped ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX 105 2008 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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... off , air is sent throughout the system again. 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 Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the vehicle (fresh air mode). The indicator in from...
... off , air is sent throughout the system again. 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 Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the vehicle (fresh air mode). The indicator in from...
Owner's Manual
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...Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all occupants, all accessories, all cargo, and the tongue load is: (DX, LX, Canadian DX-G) 3,671 lbs (1,665 kg) (EX, EX-L) 3,737 lbs (1,695 kg) (Si) 3,924 lbs (1,780 kg) Gross... 40% toward the front of the vehicle, all occupants, all accessories, all cargo, and the tongue load must not exceed: (DX, LX, Canadian DX-G) 1,940 lbs (880 kg) on the front axle 1,731 lbs (785 kg) on the rear axle (EX, EX...combination (a fully-loaded vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change. 216 2008 Civic Sedan
...Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all occupants, all accessories, all cargo, and the tongue load is: (DX, LX, Canadian DX-G) 3,671 lbs (1,665 kg) (EX, EX-L) 3,737 lbs (1,695 kg) (Si) 3,924 lbs (1,780 kg) Gross... 40% toward the front of the vehicle, all occupants, all accessories, all cargo, and the tongue load must not exceed: (DX, LX, Canadian DX-G) 1,940 lbs (880 kg) on the front axle 1,731 lbs (785 kg) on the rear axle (EX, EX...combination (a fully-loaded vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change. 216 2008 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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... by turning it is working. 7. On all EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models Remove the screw from the center of each fastener on the side of the trunk lining. Reinstall the trunk lining. Open the trunk. 2. Pull the trim back. 248 2008 Civic Sedan Reinstall the screws. 1. Push the new bulb straight...
... by turning it is working. 7. On all EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models Remove the screw from the center of each fastener on the side of the trunk lining. Reinstall the trunk lining. Open the trunk. 2. Pull the trim back. 248 2008 Civic Sedan Reinstall the screws. 1. Push the new bulb straight...
Owner's Manual
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On all EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models SOCKET BULB SOCKET Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb BULB Push the trunk lid trim back into the holes on the trunk lid trim. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Make sure the new bulb is working . 249 2008 Civic Sedan Reinstall the...
On all EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models SOCKET BULB SOCKET Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb BULB Push the trunk lid trim back into the holes on the trunk lid trim. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Make sure the new bulb is working . 249 2008 Civic Sedan Reinstall the...
Owner's Manual
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... the cold readings. The tire will make it whenever you check your tire pressures. Maintenance (LX, EX, EX-L) Tire Size P205/55R16 89H Cold Tire Pressure Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 255 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires If you check air pressures when the tires are...
... the cold readings. The tire will make it whenever you check your tire pressures. Maintenance (LX, EX, EX-L) Tire Size P205/55R16 89H Cold Tire Pressure Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 255 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires If you check air pressures when the tires are...
Owner's Manual
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... 295 for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading, and page 297 for tire size and labeling information. 215/45ZR17 91W (summer tire) 260 2008 Civic Sedan Always use the size and type of tires recommended in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires... Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheels: (DX, Canadian DX-G) 15 x 6 J (LX, EX, EX-L) 16 x 6 1/2 J (Si) 17 x 7 J Tires: (DX, Canadian DX-G with automatic transmission) P195/65R15 89H (Canadian DX-G with manual transmission)...
... 295 for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading, and page 297 for tire size and labeling information. 215/45ZR17 91W (summer tire) 260 2008 Civic Sedan Always use the size and type of tires recommended in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires... Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheels: (DX, Canadian DX-G) 15 x 6 J (LX, EX, EX-L) 16 x 6 1/2 J (Si) 17 x 7 J Tires: (DX, Canadian DX-G with automatic transmission) P195/65R15 89H (Canadian DX-G with manual transmission)...
Owner's Manual
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Handle the wheel nuts carefully; they may be hot from driving. DX and U.S. LX models: Do not attempt to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off with the outside surface facing up. Remove the wheel nuts, then ... removed without first removing the wheel nuts. 10.Before mounting the spare tire, wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the Unexpected CONTINUED 269 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS EXTENSION WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUTS WHEEL COVER BRAKE HUB 8. Use the extension and...
Handle the wheel nuts carefully; they may be hot from driving. DX and U.S. LX models: Do not attempt to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off with the outside surface facing up. Remove the wheel nuts, then ... removed without first removing the wheel nuts. 10.Before mounting the spare tire, wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the Unexpected CONTINUED 269 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS EXTENSION WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUTS WHEEL COVER BRAKE HUB 8. Use the extension and...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle to : 80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m) 14.On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models 15.Place the flat tire face down in the trunk well. 270 2008 Civic Sedan Remove the center cap before storing the flat tire in the spare tire well. 16.Remove the spacer...
... vehicle to : 80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m) 14.On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models 15.Place the flat tire face down in the trunk well. 270 2008 Civic Sedan Remove the center cap before storing the flat tire in the spare tire well. 16.Remove the spacer...
Owner's Manual
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...; 0°45' 7°24' DX, Canadian DX-G with automatic transmission Canadian DX-G with manual transmission LX, EX, EX-L Si (all season tires) Except Si Optional for Si (summer tires) Si Si without VSA system 294 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Battery Capacity Tires Size U.S. See page 284 or the...
...; 0°45' 7°24' DX, Canadian DX-G with automatic transmission Canadian DX-G with manual transmission LX, EX, EX-L Si (all season tires) Except Si Optional for Si (summer tires) Si Si without VSA system 294 2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Battery Capacity Tires Size U.S. See page 284 or the...
Owner's Manual
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The three way catalytic converter must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. Follow these guidelines to take place. Main Menu Table Of Contents Three Way Catalytic Converter DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX, EX-L Si model Always use unleaded gasoline. Park your engine's ...can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. Have your vehicle's three way catalytic converter. 302 2008 Civic Sedan A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. Keep the engine well maintained...
The three way catalytic converter must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. Follow these guidelines to take place. Main Menu Table Of Contents Three Way Catalytic Converter DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX, EX-L Si model Always use unleaded gasoline. Park your engine's ...can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. Have your vehicle's three way catalytic converter. 302 2008 Civic Sedan A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. Keep the engine well maintained...