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2008 Honda Civic Reset Oil Life When Over Mileage
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Owner's Manual - Page 1
... vehicle according to it at any questions and concerns. i
2008 Civic Sedan This information is dedicated to your satisfaction and will find...Afterwards, keep this manual. Your dealer is intended to help you understand the coverages and are aware of a 2008 Honda Civic was a wise investment. One of the best ways to answer any time. Main Menu
Introduction
Congratulations! Your ...
Owner's Manual - Page 68
... indicator goes off when your dealer resets it is not being charged. For more information, see page 277 .
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2008 Civic Sedan For more information, see page... 277 . Charging System Indicator If this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running , the battery is time to take your vehicle in the information display. Low Oil...
Owner's Manual - Page 69
... 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. INFORMATION DISPLAY ODOMETER/OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR TRIP METER
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS
SEL...distance your vehicle has been driven. It is shown
DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON
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Owner's Manual - Page 72
...have your vehicle's evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. Refer to keep you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is tightened or replaced. For more information. This information helps to page ...maintenance your vehicle needs for more information, see page 278 . Instruments and Controls
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Owner's Manual - Page 190
...Improving Fuel Economy
Vehicle Maintenance
Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). Avoid ...effect on page 228 ).
For example:
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2008 Civic Sedan Maintain proper tire inflation An under-inflated tire increases ''rolling resistance,'' which reduces fuel economy....
Owner's Manual - Page 226
... computer in your dealer perform engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. CONTINUED
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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 ). Engine Oil Life Display
SEL/RESET BUTTON
The remaining engine oil life is displayed on the information...
Owner's Manual - Page 227
Main Menu
Table Of Contents
Maintenance Minder
The 15 and 10 percent oil life indicator reminds you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
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2008 Civic Sedan SERVICE MESSAGE
MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S)
ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR
If the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent, you will see a ''SERVICE'' message along with the same maintenance...
Owner's Manual - Page 228
...). Immediately have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer.
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2008 Civic Sedan Maintenance
When the remaining engine oil life is displayed and begins to the ON (II) position, then... by pushing the SEL/ RESET button on in the instrument panel. When you do not perform the indicated maintenance, negative mileage is 0 percent, the engine oil life indicator will blink.
You can...
Owner's Manual - Page 229
...to the ON (II) position. 2.
Press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator is 0 percent or negative mileage, the maintenance minder indicator ( ) remains on the information... sure to reset the display (see page 229 .
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2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu
Table Of Contents
Maintenance Minder
You can change the information display from the engine oil life display to...
Owner's Manual - Page 230
... code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will reset to ''100.'' Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can lead to serious mechanical problems because you have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed. 3. This can provide competent, efficient service. Maintenance
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2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu
Table Of Contents
Maintenance...
Owner's Manual - Page 231
...fluid level monthly. See page 244 .
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2008 Civic Sedan Keep all maintenance services should check the ...Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. Engine oil level Check every time you fill the...to have the service facility or person reset the display as proof of completion,...perform any automotive repair establishment or individual using Honda parts and fluids whenever you are unsure of...
Owner's Manual - Page 232
... the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.
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2008 Civic Sedan Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Inspect drive belt Replace transmission... If the message ''SERVICE'' does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page 228 . Main Menu...
Owner's Manual - Page 235
... tighten it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. Spilled oil could damage components in the oil slowly and carefully so you could damage the engine.
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2008 Civic Sedan Wait a few minutes, and recheck the oil level on the valve cover. Always use Honda Motor Oil in your engine's performance and longevity. It is energy conserving...
Owner's Manual - Page 236
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2008 Civic Sedan Main Menu
Table Of Contents
Adding Engine Oil
Make sure the API Certification Seal says ''For Gasoline Engines.'' The oil viscosity or weight is preferred for a conventional motor oil: it... a 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your vehicle. All models except Si: Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. 5W-20 oil is formulated for yearround...
Owner's Manual - Page 239
... Filter, Engine Coolant
9.
Always use Honda Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water.
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2008 Civic Sedan If necessary, add more oil. Adding Engine Coolant
RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK
Improper disposal of the used oil properly. If you change your own oil, please dispose of engine oil can be harmf ul to the...
Owner's Manual - Page 244
... use can cause stiffer shifting.
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2008 Civic Sedan FILLER BOLT FILLER BOLT
Correct Level Except Si Si Correct Level
Maintenance
Check the fluid level with new fluid when this service is indicated by the Honda new vehicle warranty. 6. If it is convenient. However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives, and...
Owner's Manual - Page 245
... monthly. Have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads.
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2008 Civic Sedan If you should use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is at or below the MIN... mark, your vehicle's braking system and can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the reservoir. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause extensive damage. Have the brake system flushed and refilled...
Owner's Manual - Page 261
...distribution, and the fact that came on the information display. To help increase tire life and distribute wear more evenly, rotate the tires according to the maintenance messages displayed on...driving. As a trade-off, they are checked.
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2008 Civic Sedan For best results, have your dealer check the wheel alignment. Use only Honda wheel weights f or balancing. If you can expect them ...
Owner's Manual - Page 310
Please read the 2008 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your warranty booklet for rust-through from your vehicle's emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage... Lifetime Limited Warranty provides
all Honda
to function properly is in materials and workmanship.
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2008 Civic Sedan Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2008 warranty manual that fails to 100...
Owner's Manual - Page 312
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