Manual_honda_civic_8_en.pdf

Introduction

Congratulations! Your selection of a 2008 Honda Civic was a wise investment.

It will give you years of driving pleasure.

As you read this manual, you will

find inf o rmation that is preceded by

a symbol. This

information is intended to help you

avoid damage to your vehicle, other

property, or the environment.

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to

read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and

convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so

youcanrefertoitatanytime.

Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet

thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights

and responsibilities.

Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the

instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves

your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that

your dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique

to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be

pleased to answer any questions and concerns.

2008 Civic Sedan

Introduction

California Proposition 65 Warning

This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm.

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These

devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure

of any airbag system component.

This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else

except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner.

Service Diagnostic Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data

can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may

also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential.

2008 Civic Sedan

WARNING:

AFewWordsAboutSafety

Your safety, and the safety of others,

is very important. And operating this

vehicle safely is an important

responsibility.

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,

including:

Safety Labels

on the vehicle.

Safety Messages

preceded by a safety alert symbol

and one of

To help you make informed

decisions about safety, we have

provided operating procedures and

other information on labels and in

this manual. This information alerts

you to potential hazards that could

hurt you or others.

three signal words:

DANGER WARNING CAUTION

, or

These signal words mean:

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY

HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY

HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

Of course, it is not practical or

possible to warn you about all the

hazards associated with operating or

maintaining your vehicle. You must

use your own good judgement.

You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow

instructions.

such as Important Safety Reminders or Important

Safety Precautions.

such as Driver and Passenger Safety.

how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

Safety Section

Instructions

This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it

carefully.

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2008 Civic Sedan

Safety Headings

2008 Civic Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual

Refer to 2008 Civic GX Supplement for topics specific to the Civic GX. Contents

Owner's Identification Form

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................... i

A Few Words About Safety .............................................................................................................................. iii

Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) .................................................................................................... 3

Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) .................................................... 5

Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ................................ 55

Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control) ............................ 107

Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- in, 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 battery, overheating, and fuses) ............................. 265

Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ....................................... 289

Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ... 305

Authorized Manuals (U. S. only) (how to order) ......................................................................................... 309

Index ............................................................................................................................... ........................................ I

Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures)

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Overview of Contents

Contents

Before Driving

Technical Information

A convenient reference to the

sections in this manual.

What gasoline to use, how to break-

in your new vehicle, and how to load

luggage and other cargo.

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities,

and technical information.

Your Vehicle at a Glance

Warranty and Customer

Relations

(U.S. and Canada only)

A quick reference to the main

controls in your vehicle.

Driving

The proper way to start the engine,

shift the transmission, and park; plus

what you need to know if you’re

planning to tow a trailer.

A summary of the warranties

covering your new vehicle, and how

to contact us for any reason. Refer to

your warranty manual for detailed

information.

Important information about the

proper use and care of your vehicle’s

seat belts, an overview of the

supplemental restraint system, and

valuable information on how to

protect children with child restraints.

Maintenance

The maintenance minder shows you

when you need to take your vehicle

to the dealer for maintenance service.

There is also a list of things to check

and instructions on how to check

them.

Authorized Manuals

(U.S. only)

How to order manuals and other

technical literature.

Instruments and Controls

Explains the purpose of each

instrument panel indicator and gauge,

and how to use the controls on the

dashboard and steering column.

Index

Taking Care of the Unexpected

This section covers several problems

motorists sometimes experience,

and details how to handle them.

Service Information Summary

A summary of the information you

need when you pull up to the fuel

pump.

Features

How to operate the heating and air

conditioning system, the audio

system, and other convenience

features.

2008 Civic Sedan

Driver and Passenger Safety

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