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How To Check Brake Fluid On 2008hond Civic Hybrid
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Owner's Manual - Page 4
... and cargo loading) ...179 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...195 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...221 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead... (U. S. 2008 Civic Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual
Refer to 2008 Civic GX Supplement for topics specific to order) ...309 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire ...
Owner's Manual - Page 58
...Trip Meter ...67 Fuel Gauge ...67 Temperature Gauge ...67 Outside Temperature Indicator ...68 Check Fuel Cap Message ...68 Maintenance Minder ...69 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...70 Windshield...Seats ...91 Seat Heaters ...98 Power Windows ...99 Moonroof ...100 Mirrors ...102 Parking Brake ...103 Interior Lights ...104 Interior Convenience Items ...105 Beverage Holders ...106 Accessory Power ...
Owner's Manual - Page 62
...could be a problem with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires. 2. For more information, see page 279 .
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2008 Civic Sedan Seat Belt Reminder Indicator This ...For more information, see page 18 . If you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. Main Menu
Table Of Contents
Instrument Panel Indicators
The instrument panel has many indicators...
Owner's Manual - Page 224
... Automatic Transmission...240 Manual Transmission ...241 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...242 Power Steering Fluid ...243 Lights ...244 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...250 Floor Mats ...250 Dust and Pollen Filter ...250 Wiper Blades ...251 Wheels ...253 Tires ...254 Checking the Battery ...262 Vehicle Storage ...264
Maintenance
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2008 Civic Sedan This section also includes instructions on...
Owner's Manual - Page 231
... to the same high quality standards as previously described. U.S. Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. See page 254 . Examine the tread for more information. Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. According to state and federal regulations, failure to have maintenance...
Owner's Manual - Page 232
... rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust...valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.
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2008 Civic Sedan Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive in the air from industry and from ...
Owner's Manual - Page 233
... Of Contents
Fluid Locations
Except Si model
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Light gray cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR
POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap)
WASHER FLUID (Blue cap)
: Except Canadian DX-G with manual transmission
RADIATOR CAP
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Owner's Manual - Page 234
Main Menu
Table Of Contents
Fluid Locations
Si model
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange handle) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID (Black cap)
CLUTCH FLUID (Light gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap)
Maintenance
ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR
RADIATOR CAP
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Owner's Manual - Page 242
...water solution can damage the windshield washer pump. Maintenance
Check the fluid level by removing the cap and looking at least ...Civic Sedan This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in the windshield washer reservoir. Si
Except Si
On Canadian models: The low washer level indicator comes on a clean cloth. Main Menu
Table Of Contents
Windshield Washers
Check the fluid...
Owner's Manual - Page 243
...seconds (but no longer than 90 seconds) before doing step 2.
2. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. it with the engine at normal operating temperature. 1.
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)...
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2008 Civic Sedan It should be between the upper and lower marks. Park the vehicle on , then shut off the engine. If the level is below the lower mark, add fluid into the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 244
... securely as shown in damage to add fluid, contact your finger. FILLER BOLT FILLER BOLT
Correct Level Except Si Si Correct Level
Maintenance
Check the fluid level with your dealer. If Honda MTF...the Honda new vehicle warranty. 6. The fluid level should be up to run out of transmission f luid other transmission f luids. CONTINUED
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2008 Civic Sedan Do not mix with other than...
Owner's Manual - Page 245
... recommendations in the reservoirs monthly. Replace the brake fluid according to check and add fluid, contact your vehicle's braking system and can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the reservoir. Have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads.
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2008 Civic Sedan Brake System
MAX
MIN
The fluid level should be drained and refilled with new...
Owner's Manual - Page 246
...the power steering pump.
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2008 Civic Sedan If not add power steering fluid to f ull lef t or right lock and holding it is cold.
A low fluid level can indicate a leak in ... with manual transmission
Check the level on the side of the reservoir when the engine is not, add brake fluid to that level. Use the same fluid specified for the brake system.
Have this...
Owner's Manual - Page 282
... If the fluid level is safe.
If it does, check the brake fluid level the next time you do not fully release the parking brake. However, if the brake pedal does not feel the brake pedal go down...as soon as a reminder to stop at two wheels.
If the brake system indicator comes on while driving, the brake fluid level is hazardous to a dealer, and have your vehicle inspected by...
Owner's Manual - Page 283
... on the driver's side, next to the brake fluid reservoir.
Replace any blown fuses, and check if the device works. The interior fuse box... in your vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is the cause. The under-hood fuse box is ...TAB
FUSE LABEL
Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in two fuse boxes. Check those fuses first, but check all the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 314
...-lock Brakes (ABS..., Fluid ...293 Checking Fluid Level... ...240 Shifting ...202 Shift Lever Position Indicators ...202 Shift Lever Positions ...203 Shift Lock Release ...205 Auxiliary Input Jack ...172
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Battery Charging System Indicator...65, 277 Jump Starting ...273 Maintenance ...262 Specifications ...294 Before Driving ...179 Belts, Seat ...8, 18 Beverage Holders ...106 Brakes...
Owner's Manual - Page 315
...Fluid ...243 CO in the Exhaust ...300 Cold Weather, Starting in ...198 Compact Spare ...266 Console Compartment ...106 Consumer Information...306 Controls, Instruments and ...55 Coolant Adding ...236 Checking... ...72 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...240 Engine Oil ...183 Directional Signals ...72 Disc Brake Pad Wear Indicators ...207 Disc Player ...124, 144 Display Change Button ...66... Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual - Page 316
... Pollen Filter ...250 Overheated Engine ...275 Emergency Brake ...103 Emergency Flashers ...74 Emergency Towing ...286...Checking Fluid Level ...241 Shifting the ...199 Flashers, Hazard Warning...74 Flat Tire, Changing a ...267 Fluids Automatic Transmission...240 Brake... Starting ...273 Brake System Indicator ...279 Changing a Flat Tire ...267 Charging System Indicator ...277 Checking the Fuses...280...
Owner's Manual - Page 322
... ...71 Worn Tires ...256, 257 Wrecker, Emergency Towing ...286
W :U.S. only
WARNING, Explanation of ...iii Warning Labels, Location of ...52 Warranty Coverages ...307 Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level ...239 Indicator ...64 Operation ...71 Wheel ...253 Adjusting the Steering ...75 Alignment and Balance ...258 Compact Spare ...266 Nut Wrench ...268 Windows Operating the...
Owner's Manual - Page 323
... 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 240 ). Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front/Rear: DX, Canadian DX-G 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) LX, EX, EX-L 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Si 33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
2008 Civic Sedan Main...
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