Owner's Manual
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It will be pleased to keep your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the instrument panel helps to answer any time. Maintaining your driving trouble-free while it at any questions and concerns. When your ... will give you avoid damage to it preserves your vehicle needs maintenance, keep this owner's manual in mind that is intended to help you years of a 2009 Honda Civic was a wise investment. Your dealer is to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle. i 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! One of the best ways to...
It will be pleased to keep your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the instrument panel helps to answer any time. Maintaining your driving trouble-free while it at any questions and concerns. When your ... will give you avoid damage to it preserves your vehicle needs maintenance, keep this owner's manual in mind that is intended to help you years of a 2009 Honda Civic was a wise investment. Your dealer is to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle. i 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! One of the best ways to...
Owner's Manual
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... Reference Owner's Manual Refer to 2009 Civic GX Supplement for topics specific to order) ...381 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) Contents 00X31-SNA-8200 1 S. S. in, and cargo loading) ...247 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...263 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...289 Taking Care of the...
... Reference Owner's Manual Refer to 2009 Civic GX Supplement for topics specific to order) ...381 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) Contents 00X31-SNA-8200 1 S. S. in, and cargo loading) ...247 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...263 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...289 Taking Care of the...
Owner's Manual
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...the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the dealer for maintenance service. plus what you need to take your new vehicle, and how to check them . There is also a list of the warranties...need when you 're planning to the fuel pump. 2 2009 Civic Sedan Features How to order manuals and other convenience features. Before Driving What gasoline to use and care of your warranty manual for any reason. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need to know if you ...
...the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the dealer for maintenance service. plus what you need to take your new vehicle, and how to check them . There is also a list of the warranties...need when you 're planning to the fuel pump. 2 2009 Civic Sedan Features How to order manuals and other convenience features. Before Driving What gasoline to use and care of your warranty manual for any reason. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need to know if you ...
Owner's Manual
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... seat belts. Additional Information About Your Seat Belts ...18 Seat Belt System Components ...18 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...19 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ...19 Seat Belt Maintenance ...20 Additional Information About Your Airbags ...21 Airbag System Components ...21 How Your Front Airbags Work...24 How Your Side Airbags Work...27 How Your... 4. Adjust the Front Seats ...11 3. Close and Lock the Doors ...11 2. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...15 Advice for Pregnant Women...16 Additional Safety Precautions ...17 5 2009 Civic Sedan
... seat belts. Additional Information About Your Seat Belts ...18 Seat Belt System Components ...18 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...19 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ...19 Seat Belt Maintenance ...20 Additional Information About Your Airbags ...21 Airbag System Components ...21 How Your Front Airbags Work...24 How Your Side Airbags Work...27 How Your... 4. Adjust the Front Seats ...11 3. Close and Lock the Doors ...11 2. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...15 Advice for Pregnant Women...16 Additional Safety Precautions ...17 5 2009 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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... drive, either. Never drive faster than is equipped with every additional drink. Larger children should ride properly restrained in all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 14 ). Infants, young children, and short adults are not properly restrained. So don't drink and drive, and don... of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can reduce your ability to respond to them properly (see page 291 ). 6 2009 Civic Sedan Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is a major factor in a child seat. Main Menu Table Of Contents Important Safety...
... drive, either. Never drive faster than is equipped with every additional drink. Larger children should ride properly restrained in all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 14 ). Infants, young children, and short adults are not properly restrained. So don't drink and drive, and don... of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can reduce your ability to respond to them properly (see page 291 ). 6 2009 Civic Sedan Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is a major factor in a child seat. Main Menu Table Of Contents Important Safety...
Owner's Manual
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...crash. Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should check the condition of your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details. Pull each belt out fully, and look for damage and replace them if needed , but the additional restraint could be replaced by the dealer. Honda provides a limited ...correct the problem (see page 319 ). A belt that is worn during a crash, it must be replaced as soon as possible. 20 2009 Civic Sedan Not checking or maintaining seat belts can also be needed . Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a...
...crash. Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should check the condition of your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details. Pull each belt out fully, and look for damage and replace them if needed , but the additional restraint could be replaced by the dealer. Honda provides a limited ...correct the problem (see page 319 ). A belt that is worn during a crash, it must be replaced as soon as possible. 20 2009 Civic Sedan Not checking or maintaining seat belts can also be needed . Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a...
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... have your vehicle to remove or replace any airbag by yourself. Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are found, have your airbags may not operate properly. CONTINUED 31 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on the...
... have your vehicle to remove or replace any airbag by yourself. Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are found, have your airbags may not operate properly. CONTINUED 31 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on the...
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... Canadian DX-G model with M/T has the electric power steering (EPS) indicator (see page 62) next to the immobilizer system indicator. 57 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel DX, DX-G (Canada), LX (U.S.), LX-S (U.S.), Sport (Canada), EX (U.S.), EX-L SECURITY SYSTEM...) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.64) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 60) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.65, 349) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.65, 291) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.65, 350) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65, 349) The U.S. Differences for Canadian models are ...
... Canadian DX-G model with M/T has the electric power steering (EPS) indicator (see page 62) next to the immobilizer system indicator. 57 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel DX, DX-G (Canada), LX (U.S.), LX-S (U.S.), Sport (Canada), EX (U.S.), EX-L SECURITY SYSTEM...) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.64) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 60) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.65, 349) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.65, 291) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.65, 350) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65, 349) The U.S. Differences for Canadian models are ...
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instrument panel is shown. Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text. 58 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Si SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.60) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.... BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.63) REV LIMIT INDICATOR (P.64) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65, 349) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.65, 350) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.65, 291) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.64) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60) The U.S.
instrument panel is shown. Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text. 58 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Si SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.60) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.... BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.63) REV LIMIT INDICATOR (P.64) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65, 349) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.65, 350) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.65, 291) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.64) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60) The U.S.
Owner's Manual
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...INDICATOR If equipped This indicator comes on when the engine is set. See page 207 for more information, see page 349 . The maintenance main items and sub items will be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the security system is running . For more ...information on the security system. 65 2009 Civic Sedan Charging System Indicator If this indicator flashes or stays on the maintenance minder. See page 291 for scheduled maintenance. For more information on when the engine is running , the battery is time ...
...INDICATOR If equipped This indicator comes on when the engine is set. See page 207 for more information, see page 349 . The maintenance main items and sub items will be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the security system is running . For more ...information on the security system. 65 2009 Civic Sedan Charging System Indicator If this indicator flashes or stays on the maintenance minder. See page 291 for scheduled maintenance. For more information on when the engine is running , the battery is time ...
Owner's Manual
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...model without outside temperature indicator is illegal under U.S. TRIP METER B TRIP METER A This shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. CONTINUED 67 2009 Civic Sedan It is shown. TRIP METER A ODOMETER OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR To switch the information display between the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator is shown... ENGINE OIL LIFE U.S. model with the intent to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with outside temperature (if equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance item code(s), press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly.
...model without outside temperature indicator is illegal under U.S. TRIP METER B TRIP METER A This shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. CONTINUED 67 2009 Civic Sedan It is shown. TRIP METER A ODOMETER OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR To switch the information display between the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator is shown... ENGINE OIL LIFE U.S. model with the intent to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with outside temperature (if equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance item code(s), press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly.
Owner's Manual
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... loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. Refer to page 291 for continued troublefree driving. Instruments and Controls 69 2009 Civic Sedan The first time a leak is in your vehicle needs for more information, see page 350 . If it clicks at least once. ...onboard diagnostic system will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off after several days of the periodic maintenance your vehicle's evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on the information display. Turn the engine off after several...
... loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. Refer to page 291 for continued troublefree driving. Instruments and Controls 69 2009 Civic Sedan The first time a leak is in your vehicle needs for more information, see page 350 . If it clicks at least once. ...onboard diagnostic system will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off after several days of the periodic maintenance your vehicle's evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on the information display. Turn the engine off after several...
Owner's Manual
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...fuel system and engine deposits. Si model only We recommend using quality gasolines containing detergent additives that can lead to engine damage. 248 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Help assure your instrument panel to come on. ... your authorized dealer for the first 200 miles (300 km). Do not tow a trailer. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Your vehicle is available, the use of a lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result...
...fuel system and engine deposits. Si model only We recommend using quality gasolines containing detergent additives that can lead to engine damage. 248 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Help assure your instrument panel to come on. ... your authorized dealer for the first 200 miles (300 km). Do not tow a trailer. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Your vehicle is available, the use of a lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result...
Owner's Manual
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Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 296 for information on your vehicle. 253 2009 Civic Sedan If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 304 for information about checking other items on adding the proper coolant. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedure Engine Coolant Check MAX RESERVE TANK MAX RESERVE TANK Before Driving Except Si MIN Si MIN Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines.
Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 296 for information on your vehicle. 253 2009 Civic Sedan If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 304 for information about checking other items on adding the proper coolant. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedure Engine Coolant Check MAX RESERVE TANK MAX RESERVE TANK Before Driving Except Si MIN Si MIN Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines.
Owner's Manual
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...and you can boost your fuel economy by up of snow or mud on the engine, increasing fuel consumption. For example: 255 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can lower your vehicle's fuel economy: Aggressive driving... and braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in stop-and-go traffic Cold engine operation (engines are also big contributors to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display (see page 300). Avoid carrying excess weight in 0 miles per gallon. Observe the speed limit ...
...and you can boost your fuel economy by up of snow or mud on the engine, increasing fuel consumption. For example: 255 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can lower your vehicle's fuel economy: Aggressive driving... and braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in stop-and-go traffic Cold engine operation (engines are also big contributors to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display (see page 300). Avoid carrying excess weight in 0 miles per gallon. Observe the speed limit ...
Owner's Manual
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... ...320 Dust and Pollen Filter ...320 Wiper Blades ...321 Wheels ...323 Tires ...324 Checking the Battery ...332 Vehicle Storage ...334 Maintenance 289 2009 Civic Sedan If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your vehicle well maintained and how to follow basic...
... ...320 Dust and Pollen Filter ...320 Wiper Blades ...321 Wheels ...323 Tires ...324 Checking the Battery ...332 Vehicle Storage ...334 Maintenance 289 2009 Civic Sedan If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your vehicle well maintained and how to follow basic...
Owner's Manual
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... and all fuel-related parts. However, we cannot warn you operate the engine. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should perform a given task. 290 2009 Civic Sedan Do not run the engine unless instructed to be seriously hurt or killed. Be sure there is...
... and all fuel-related parts. However, we cannot warn you operate the engine. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should perform a given task. 290 2009 Civic Sedan Do not run the engine unless instructed to be seriously hurt or killed. Be sure there is...
Owner's Manual
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... perform engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. Based on the information display to the ON (II) position, and press the SEL/ RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life display appears (see page 66 ). CONTINUED 291 2009 Civic Sedan Engine Oil Life Display SEL/...15 % 11 % 10 % 6 % 5% 1% 0% Displayed Engine Oil Life (%) 100 % 90 % 80 % 70 % 60 % 50 % 40 % 30 % 20 % 15 % 10 % 5% 0% ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY Maintenance To see the current engine oil life, turn the ignition switch to show you when you should have your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil...
... perform engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. Based on the information display to the ON (II) position, and press the SEL/ RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life display appears (see page 66 ). CONTINUED 291 2009 Civic Sedan Engine Oil Life Display SEL/...15 % 11 % 10 % 6 % 5% 1% 0% Displayed Engine Oil Life (%) 100 % 90 % 80 % 70 % 60 % 50 % 40 % 30 % 20 % 15 % 10 % 5% 0% ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY Maintenance To see the current engine oil life, turn the ignition switch to show you when you should have your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil...
Owner's Manual
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... SERVICE MESSAGE MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE (S) ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent, you will see the engine oil life indicator every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 292 2009 Civic Sedan When the remaining engine oil life is 5... to 1 percent, you will see a ''SERVICE'' message along with the same maintenance item code(s), every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position...
... SERVICE MESSAGE MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE (S) ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent, you will see the engine oil life indicator every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 292 2009 Civic Sedan When the remaining engine oil life is 5... to 1 percent, you will see a ''SERVICE'' message along with the same maintenance item code(s), every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position...
Owner's Manual
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... mileage is displayed and begins to blink after the vehicle has been driven 10 miles (10 km) or more. The maintenance minder indicator ( ) also comes on and remains on every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, then it goes out if...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 dealer. NEGATIVE MILEAGE When the engine oil life is 0 percent, the engine oil life indicator will blink. CONTINUED 293 2009 Civic Sedan...
... mileage is displayed and begins to blink after the vehicle has been driven 10 miles (10 km) or more. The maintenance minder indicator ( ) also comes on and remains on every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, then it goes out if...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 dealer. NEGATIVE MILEAGE When the engine oil life is 0 percent, the engine oil life indicator will blink. CONTINUED 293 2009 Civic Sedan...