Owner's Manual
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... 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. 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...
... 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. 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...
Owner's Manual
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...sweep after you release the lever. OFF The wipers are not activated. ADJUSTMENT RING : EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models 1. INT Intermittent 4. The length of the wiper interval is stopped and in gear, the wipers sweep the windshield ...whenever you release the lever. The washers spray until you remove your foot from the brake pedal. The wipers run at high MIST speed until you release the lever. 71 2008 Civic Sedan...
...sweep after you release the lever. OFF The wipers are not activated. ADJUSTMENT RING : EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models 1. INT Intermittent 4. The length of the wiper interval is stopped and in gear, the wipers sweep the windshield ...whenever you release the lever. The washers spray until you remove your foot from the brake pedal. The wipers run at high MIST speed until you release the lever. 71 2008 Civic Sedan...
Owner's Manual
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... is on. 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 EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si On All EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models Push the button to turn indicators in the button comes on to drive.
... is on. 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 EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si On All EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models Push the button to turn indicators in the button comes on to drive.
Owner's Manual
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LX and Canadian DX-G models KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER VALET KEY (Gray) DX model KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY (Black) VALET KEY (... get a key replaced. You will need this key number if you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. 76 2008 Civic Sedan You can keep the trunk and trunk release handle locked when you ever have received a key number tag with your vehicle. Main Menu...
LX and Canadian DX-G models KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER VALET KEY (Gray) DX model KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY (Black) VALET KEY (... get a key replaced. You will need this key number if you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. 76 2008 Civic Sedan You can keep the trunk and trunk release handle locked when you ever have received a key number tag with your vehicle. Main Menu...
Owner's Manual
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... has 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 Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it, and to open the trunk, push the release lever in the... direction pointed by an arrow. To open the trunk. 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. Parents should decide if their children should be opened from...
... has 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 Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it, and to open the trunk, push the release lever in the... direction pointed by an arrow. To open the trunk. 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. Parents should decide if their children should be opened from...
Owner's Manual
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...twice each time you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch. 88 2008 Civic Sedan You cannot open any door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch. If you relock the doors with the remote...remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the light goes off immediately. Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models PANIC BUTTON TRUNK UNLOCK BUTTON RELEASE BUTTON PANIC BUTTON LOCK BUTTON LOCK BUTTON U.S. Push it twice to unlock the driver's door. Some exterior ...
...twice each time you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch. 88 2008 Civic Sedan You cannot open any door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch. If you relock the doors with the remote...remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the light goes off immediately. Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models PANIC BUTTON TRUNK UNLOCK BUTTON RELEASE BUTTON PANIC BUTTON LOCK BUTTON LOCK BUTTON U.S. Push it twice to unlock the driver's door. Some exterior ...
Owner's Manual
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The back of the rear seat folds down, giving you direct access to use the console lid as one of the rear seat. 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. Pivot it down as an armrest, slide it . The seat-back is in the center of its three positions. On DX, U.S. LX, and Canadian DX-G models The seat-back can be folded down to the trunk. CONTINUED 95 2008 Civic Sedan Folding Rear Seat Instruments and Controls On all models except DX To use it to one piece.
The back of the rear seat folds down, giving you direct access to use the console lid as one of the rear seat. 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. Pivot it down as an armrest, slide it . The seat-back is in the center of its three positions. On DX, U.S. LX, and Canadian DX-G models The seat-back can be folded down to the trunk. CONTINUED 95 2008 Civic Sedan Folding Rear Seat Instruments and Controls On all models except DX To use it to one piece.
Owner's Manual
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... 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 seat. 96 2008 Civic Sedan To release the seat-back, pull the release under the trunk panel...
... 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 seat. 96 2008 Civic Sedan To release the seat-back, pull the release under the trunk panel...
Owner's Manual
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... to remove fog and frost. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is fully released (see page 59 ). 103 2008 Civic Sedan 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 the heaters by pressing the button. Main...
... to remove fog and frost. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is fully released (see page 59 ). 103 2008 Civic Sedan 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 the heaters by pressing the button. Main...
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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... throughout the system again. The indicator in from the vehicle's interior is off . 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
... throughout the system again. The indicator in from the vehicle's interior is off . 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
Owner's Manual
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... tongue load the first time you set up a towing combination (a fully-loaded vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change. 216 2008 Civic Sedan Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all occupants, all accessories, all cargo, and the tongue load is: (DX... loading 60% of the load 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-L) 1,973 lbs (895 kg) ...
... tongue load the first time you set up a towing combination (a fully-loaded vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change. 216 2008 Civic Sedan Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all occupants, all accessories, all cargo, and the tongue load is: (DX... loading 60% of the load 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-L) 1,973 lbs (895 kg) ...
Owner's Manual
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Pull the trim back. 248 2008 Civic Sedan Make sure it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 4. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it is working. 7. Reinstall the trunk lining. Open the trunk. 2. On all EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models Remove the screw from the center of each fastener on the side...
Pull the trim back. 248 2008 Civic Sedan Make sure it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 4. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it is working. 7. Reinstall the trunk lining. Open the trunk. 2. On all EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models Remove the screw from the center of each fastener on the side...
Owner's Manual
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... is working . 7. Put the fasteners into position. 8. Reinstall the socket. Make sure the new bulb is working . 249 2008 Civic Sedan Maintenance 3. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. 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...
... is working . 7. Put the fasteners into position. 8. Reinstall the socket. Make sure the new bulb is working . 249 2008 Civic Sedan Maintenance 3. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. 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...
Owner's Manual
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... on a label on the driver's doorjamb. The tire will be underinflated. While tubeless tires have some ability to match the recommended cold air pressure. 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
... on a label on the driver's doorjamb. The tire will be underinflated. While tubeless tires have some ability to match the recommended cold air pressure. 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
Owner's Manual
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...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 affect handling and stability. 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 ...
...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 affect handling and stability. 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 ...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS EXTENSION WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUTS WHEEL COVER BRAKE HUB 8. DX and U.S. LX models: Do not attempt to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground. 9. it may be removed without first removing the wheel ...; Use the extension and the wheel nut wrench as shown to forcibly pry the wheel cover 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. DX and U.S. LX models: Do not attempt to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground. 9. it may be removed without first removing the wheel ...; Use the extension and the wheel nut wrench as shown to forcibly pry the wheel cover off the mounting surface of the Unexpected CONTINUED 269 2008 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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For normal For spare tire tire WING BOLT SPACER CONE 13.Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the trunk well. 270 2008 Civic Sedan Tighten the wheel nuts to the ground, and remove the jack. Put the wheel nuts back on the spare tire. Do not try to tighten ...the wheel nuts fully. 12.Lower the 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 spare tire well. 16.Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, turn it over...
For normal For spare tire tire WING BOLT SPACER CONE 13.Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the trunk well. 270 2008 Civic Sedan Tighten the wheel nuts to the ground, and remove the jack. Put the wheel nuts back on the spare tire. Do not try to tighten ...the wheel nuts fully. 12.Lower the 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 spare tire well. 16.Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, turn it over...
Owner's Manual
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...) 0° 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 Vehicles Canada Vehicles Fuses Interior 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 36 AH/5 HR 45...
...) 0° 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 Vehicles Canada Vehicles Fuses Interior 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 36 AH/5 HR 45...
Owner's Manual
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..., since it . The catalytic converter is misfiring, backfiring, stalling, or otherwise not running properly. Park your vehicle's three way catalytic converter. 302 2008 Civic Sedan Have your engine's performance. It can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to... metals that come near it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. The three way catalytic converter must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. Main Menu Table Of Contents Three Way Catalytic Converter DX, Canadian DX...
..., since it . The catalytic converter is misfiring, backfiring, stalling, or otherwise not running properly. Park your vehicle's three way catalytic converter. 302 2008 Civic Sedan Have your engine's performance. It can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to... metals that come near it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. The three way catalytic converter must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. Main Menu Table Of Contents Three Way Catalytic Converter DX, Canadian DX...