Honda 2008 Civic GX Owner'S Manual Download Page 17

The fuel tank is located in the trunk,
with a partition between the fuel
tank and the cargo space.

When you store small items in the
trunk, secure them so they will not
shift while you are driving. Loose
items can fly over the partition and
damage the fuel tank and fuel
system components.

Do not carry large, heavy, or pointed
objects in the trunk. They may
damage the fuel tank.

Apply the parking brake.

In cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.

Make sure the shift lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.

Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position. You may hear
a click from the in-tank fuel
shutoff valve.

Make sure the malfunction
indicator lamp goes out before you
turn the ignition switch to the
START (III) position.

Turn the ignition switch to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the switch in the START (III)
position for more than 15 seconds
at a time. If the engine does not
start right away, pause for at least
10 seconds before trying again.

If the outside temperature is below

4°F (

20°C), the engine may be

harder to start or may not start until
temperatures increase. In this case,
use the starting procedure for cold
weather at high altitude described
next.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

CONTINUED

Starting the Engine

Carrying Cargo, Starting the Engine

Driving

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The immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly-
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. For
more inf ormation, see page

of the

Civic Sedan owner’s manual.

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Summary of Contents for 2008 Civic GX

Page 1: ...may be formatted for printing instead of web us This is due to changes in content and specifications of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year This manual will be replaced with a hyperlink...

Page 2: ...ting Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever Owner s Identification O...

Page 3: ...6 Maintenance Minder 17 Engine Oil 21 Engine Coolant 21 Fuel Tank 22 Tires 23 Lights 24 Storing Your Vehicle 25 Changing a Flat Tire 26 If the Fuel System Has a Leak 28 Jump Starting 29 Fuses 30 Fuse...

Page 4: ...re are a few differences you should be aware of In addition to reading the Civic Sedan owner s manual please read this supplement carefully to understand the operation and unique features of your Civi...

Page 5: ...refer to the Civic Sedan owner s manual This indicator will also come on if there is a problem in the fuel system If this happens have the vehicle checked by an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer as so...

Page 6: ...ns to drop and the pressure inside the tank drops too This means that when the outside air gets very cold below 25 F 4 C the pressure of the natural gas inside the tank goes down and the fuel gauge ma...

Page 7: ...tank The lower F mark indicates a full tank at a fill pressure of 3 000 psi The upper F mark indicates a full tank at a fill pressure of 3 600 psi The gauge may show slightly more or less than the act...

Page 8: ...CNG in your vehicle is stored under high pressure maximum 3 600 psi 24 800 kPa The CNG system in your vehicle including the tank and hoses has been designed to hold gas at this pressure It has also b...

Page 9: ...n the refueling equipment When refueling you should use a fuel fill nozzle that complies with ANSI AGA NGV 1 1994 standards Nozzles are designed according to their maximum fill pressure P24 for 2 400...

Page 10: ...uctions on the equipment Park with the driver s side of the vehicle closest to the refueling station Open the fuel receptacle lid by pushing the handle on the left of the driver s seat Remove the rece...

Page 11: ...ve connection Turn off the refueling station remove the nozzle reconnect it to the receptacle and begin refueling again If it continues to leak have an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer inspect the sea...

Page 12: ...ou do not close the lid the fuel gauge on the instrument panel will flash when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position The gauge will stop flashing when you close the lid If you are not sur...

Page 13: ...with genuine Honda component parts that have been designed and approved for use in a compressed natural gas vehicle Never modify or replace any original components or parts with those specified for a...

Page 14: ...the driver s side We recommend that you locate this valve so you can find it quickly To turn off the valve turn the lever one quarter turn clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to turn the valve back on...

Page 15: ...the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs 385 kg See T...

Page 16: ...load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle In addition the total weight...

Page 17: ...k fuel shutoff valve Make sure the malfunction indicator lamp goes out before you turn the ignition switch to the START III position Turn the ignition switch to the START III position Do not hold the...

Page 18: ...on the battery Make sure the malfunction indicator lamp goes out before you turn the ignition switch to the START III position Push the accelerator pedal half way to the floor and hold it there while...

Page 19: ...intenance is required take your vehicle to an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer or a qualified NGV technician The maintenance minder assumes you will use your vehicle as normal transportation for passe...

Page 20: ...e displayed next to the engine oil life indicator To see the current engine oil life turn the ignition switch to the ON II position and press the SEL RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life...

Page 21: ...dan owner s manual For information on resetting the maintenance minder refer to the Civic Sedan owner s manual However service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect Maintenanc...

Page 22: ...ssage SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset change the engine oil every year Independent of the maintenance messages in the information display replace the brake fluid...

Page 23: ...vehicle to improve cold weather starting and to help your engine use less fuel Refer to the Civic Sedan owner s manual for engine oil checking adding and changing procedures Refer to the Civic Sedan...

Page 24: ...nk inspected after a collision The fuel tank should be replaced 15 years after it was manufactured The expiration date of the fuel tank is on a label on the fuel tank and on a warning label in the eng...

Page 25: ...ures are also given on the tire information label on the driver s doorjamb Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front Rear Tires Fuel Tank Tires Maintenance 23 NOTICE FUEL TANK 60 psi 420 k...

Page 26: ...by pulling it straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Pull the upper edge of the trunk lining down Remove the screw from the center of each trunk lining...

Page 27: ...your vehicle indoors it should be parked in a well ventilated area We recommend the installation of a natural gas leak detector After storing your vehicle for an extended period and before starting th...

Page 28: ...the spare tire from the trunk and to store the flat tire follow the instructions on this and the next page Remove the trunk floor Unscrew the wing bolt and remove the spacer cone 1 2 3 4 Removing the...

Page 29: ...ts well Raise the trunk floor and the lower part of the trunk lining as shown Remove the rubber cap from the hole in the trunk floor then align the hole in the trunk lining with the hole in the trunk...

Page 30: ...unk lining then tighten the bolt Store the spacer cone and wing bolt for the spare tire in the tool kit You may detect a slight natural gas odor for a few moments after refueling This is normal You sh...

Page 31: ...d the fuel system may have a leak that needs to be repaired by an authorized technician If you suspect a leak turn the manual shutoff valve to the OFF position see on page in this supplement and have...

Page 32: ...Lock Driver s Power Window Not Used Not Used ACC Front Passenger s Power Window Not Used Rear Right Power Window Rear Left Power Window Not Used ACC Radio HAC Daytime Running Light Front Wiper 7 5 A 1...

Page 33: ...olant Engine oil Automatic transmission fluid Windshield washer reservoir Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity Excluding the oil remaining i...

Page 34: ...kgf cm 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant oil type Headlights Front turn signal side marker Parking lights Rear turn signal lights Stop Taillights Rear side marker li...

Page 35: ...2 4 Door Service Manual 2006 2008 Civic GX 4 Door Service Manual Supplement 2006 2008 Honda Civic 2 4 Door Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2006 Model Series Honda Civic 2 4 Door Body Repair Manual...

Page 36: ...enough for most mechanically inclined owners to understand Complements the Service Manual by providing in depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle Describes the pr...

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