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Owner's Manual - Page 1
... care of your vehicle ever needs body repairs. Driving ...99 The proper way to navigate through this reference. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Appearance Care...173 Tips on authorized manuals or go to contact us. 1996 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual
Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Owner's Manual - Page 2
... a 1996 Honda Civic was a wise investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your Honda dealer's staff is specially-trained in servicing the many safety features, and how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your vehicle according to keep this owner's manual in this manual...
Owner's Manual - Page 70
... with the dials next to them. The heater uses engine coolant to generate hot and cold air. Comfort and Convenience Features
The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature. Heating and Cooling
Vent Controls
CENTER VENT SIDE VENT
How to Use the System This section covers how to set up -and-down and side...
Owner's Manual - Page 97
..., the engine's fuel injection, and the Anti-lock brake system. Some of problems with your car's operation.
Before Driving If you can buy in the "aftermarket" are covered by the FCC (DOC in Canada) and should not interfere with your car's systems. Improper installation, or using electrical equipment not intended for mobile use may not meet Honda's specifications for universal...
Owner's Manual - Page 98
... or your Honda is 45 kg...items in or on the car. Subtract this , multiply...interior. To do this number from closing the trunk lid, be transporting. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on the tire... information label attached to the driver's doorjamb. Make sure they cannot roll under the front seat and interfere with the pedals. Before Driving If you must carry large objects that exhaust gas...
Owner's Manual - Page 118
......135 Replacing Engine Coolant...137 Windshield Washers...140 Transmission Fluid...141 Automatic Transmission...141 5-speed Manual Transmission...142 Brake and Clutch Fluid...142 Brake System...143 Clutch System...143 Power Steering...144 Air Cleaner...145 Spark Plugs...147 Replacement...147 Specifications...148 Battery...149 Windshield Wipers...152 Air Conditioning...154 Drive Belts...155 Tires...
Owner's Manual - Page 120
... and all fuel-related parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from moving parts. Be sure there is off. Read the instructions before touching any maintenance, make sure you have the tools and skills required. To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, be sure the engine is adequate ventilation whenever you begin any parts. Use a nonflammable...
Owner's Manual - Page 129
... level. Pull it all the way back in the oil, and replace the engine oil fill cap.
you could damage the engine. Insert it out again and look at the oil level at or... after shutting off the engine. Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil
DIPSTICK
Adding Oil
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
UPPER MARK LOWER MARK
Check the engine oil a couple of the engine. Make sure the car is at the end of the valve cover.
Owner's Manual - Page 139
... your car's paint, while a vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield washer pump.
Check the reservoir's fluid level by removing the cap and looking inside. Maintenance WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR
NOTICE
Do not use the washers often, check the level every time you stop for fuel.
The windshield washer reservoir is located behind the left headlight...
Owner's Manual - Page 147
Specifications: (U.S.: HX) NGK: Nippondenso: ZFR4F-11 KJ14CR-L11
6. Torque the spark plug. (If you do not have a torque wrench, tighten the spark plug 2/3 turn after it contacts the cylinder head.) Tightening torque: 18 N.m ( 1.8 kgf.m, 13 Ibf.ft)
(U.S.: DX,EX, Canada: DX,Si) NGK: ZFR5F-L11 Nippondenso: KJ16CR-L11 Spark Plug Gap: 1.1 m m (0.04 in the cylinder head. Install the spark plug ...
Owner's Manual - Page 158
... same time. They may be seriously hurt or killed. The ABS works by local laws under certain conditions. For the best performance in snowy or icy conditions, you can cause a crash in this owner's manual. Always use the same size originally supplied with the car.
They may not provide adequate performance in dry conditions. Replacing just one tire...
Owner's Manual - Page 175
... interior trim and fabric to causing corrosion in that builds up -and-down can dislodge and break the defogger wires. Some liquid air fresheners contain chemicals that collects in body cavities. Many corrosion-preventive measures are bonded to ten parts water. When cleaning the rear window, use a mixture of the car. You can also use...
Owner's Manual - Page 200
...(VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your car. The VIN is also necessary for licensing and insuring your car for warranty purposes.
CERTIFICATION LABEL
Technical Information ...the engine compartment bulkhead. The easiest place to the top of the dashboard. You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver's side. Identification Numbers
Your car ...
Owner's Manual - Page 202
...: Si DX, HX, Canada: DX EX, Canada: Si
*1
Technical Information
: Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. * 5 : Canadian Cars *6 : U.S.: HX (CVT) Specifications
page 148
* 1 : DX * 2 : U.S. * 3 : U.S. * 4 : U.S. Reserve tank capacity: 0.4 (0.11 US g a l , 0.09 Imp gal) * 2 : DX * 3 : U.S.: HX, EX, Canada: Si * 4 : Excluding the oil remaining in the...
Owner's Manual - Page 212
... muffler owns the car. Please read your car's emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are covered by these warranties. a seat belt that came with no mileage limit. provides prorated coverage for exact information. Please read the 1996 Honda Warranties booklet that fails to 100% credit toward a replacement battery. Tire warranty information is covered by their...
Owner's Manual - Page 213
... 202) Name and address of the dealer who sold the car to answer all problems are trained professionals. Almost all your Honda Customer Relations Zone Office. If you call or write, please...encounter a problem that your car Your name, address, and telephone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who services your car Date of purchase Mileage on the following pages....
Owner's Manual - Page 216
......165 Headlights...163 High-mount Brake Light...168 Interior Light...169 License Plate Lights...169 Rear Side Marker Lights...166 Specifications...205 Trunk Light...170 Turn Signal Lights...165 Bulbs, Halogen...163 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid...141 Battery Condition...149 Brake Fluid...143 Clutch Fluid...143 Drive Belts...155 Engine Coolant...135 Engine Oil...130 Fuses...196 Manual...
Owner's Manual - Page 218
..., Hazard Warning...44 Flat Tire, Changing a...181 Fluids Automatic Transmission...141 Brake...142 Clutch...143 Manual Transmission...142 Power Steering...144 Windshield Washer...140
Gas Mileage, Improving...96 Gasohol...91 Gasoline...90 Fuel Reserve Indicator...36 Gauge...38 Octane Requirement...90 Tank, Filling the...92 Gas Station Procedures...92
Halogen Headlight Bulbs...163 Hazard Warning...
Owner's Manual - Page 220
......200 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement...166 Rear Seat, Folding...58 Rear View Mirror...61 Rear Window Defogger...44 Reclining the Seat Backs...56 Recommended Shift Speeds ...102 Reminder Lights...33 Remote Transmitter...52 Replacement Information Air Cleaner...145 Coolant...137 Engine Oil and Filter...132 Fuses...196 Light Bulbs...163 Schedule...124 Spark Plugs...147
Owner's Manual - Page 221
... Transmission .. 105 TheCVT...113 The 5-speed Manual Transmission...102 Shift Lever Position Indicator...104 Shift Lock Release...108 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in...165 Signaling Turns...42 Snow Tires...160 Solvent-type Cleaners...174 Sound System...76 Spare Tire Inflating...180 Specifications...205 Spark Plugs, Replacing...147 Specifications Charts...204 Speed Control...46 Speedometer...
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