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Contents

Safe Driving

P. 4

Instrument Panel

P. 6

Driving

P. 10

Maintenance

P. 16

Handling the Unexpected

P. 21

Information

P. 38

Safe Driving

P. 4

Safety Labels

P. 4

Instrument Panel

P. 6

Indicators

P. 6

Gauges and Displays

P. 9

Driving

P. 10

Before Driving

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When Driving

P. 11

Refueling

P. 13

Maintenance

P. 16

Maintaining the Fuel System

P. 16

Maintenance Minder

TM

P. 17

Replacing Light Bulbs

P. 19

Handling the Unexpected

P. 21

Tools

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21

If a Tire Goes Flat

P. 22

Fuel Leaks

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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking

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34

Fuses

P. 35

Information

P. 38

Specifications

P. 38

Fuel System

P. 40

Authorized Manuals

P. 41

Online Reference Owner's Manual Supplement

2013 Civic CNG

This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of
the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.

This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States.

The information and specifications included in this publication
were in effect at the time of approval for printing. 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.

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Page 1: ... Blinking P 34 Fuses P 35 Information P 38 Specifications P 38 Fuel System P 40 Authorized Manuals P 41 Online Reference Owner s Manual Supplement 2013 Civic CNG This owner s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold This owner s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States The information and specifications included in this ...

Page 2: ...to potential hazards that could hurt you or others Please read it carefully CNG Compressed Natural Gas Your Vehicle s Fuel The main component of CNG Compressed Natural Gas is methane It is a highly flammable colorless gas that is used in home appliances such as kitchen stoves and water heaters The CNG in your vehicle is stored under high pressure The system is designed to hold gas at the maximum o...

Page 3: ... home refueling at this time If you choose to use a home refueling device you should consult with the equipment manufacturer and the local natural gas contractor that installs the equipment Ask them to evaluate the quality of the natural gas at the location the refueling equipment will be installed They may recommend additional filtering and drying equipment and a schedule for maintaining this equ...

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Page 5: ...tified NGV technician inspect the fuel tank every three years or 36 000 miles whichever comes first and replace it 15 years from its production date Do not use an expired tank or reuse the old tank for other purposes After a Collision Have the fuel tank inspected by an authorized dealer or certified NGV technician Safe Driving Home SEC ...

Page 6: ... problem with the fuel system Blinks when a misfire in the engine s cylinders is detected Readiness codes are part of the on board diagnostics for the emissions control systems Testing of Readiness Codes P 353 Owner s Manual Comes on while driving Have the vehicle checked by an authorized Honda Civic Natural Gas dealer as soon as possible Blinks while driving Stop in a safe place where there are n...

Page 7: ...es on Refuel your vehicle as soon as possible 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 may indicate that you have less fuel than what actually remains in the tank Keep this in mind if the low fuel indicator comes on while you are driving in cold weather Blinks Have the vehicle checked by an authorized Civic Natu...

Page 8: ... Display i MID Warning and Information Messages Message Condition Explanation FUEL LID OPEN Appears when the fuel receptacle lid is open Fuel Gauge P 9 The following messages appear only on the i MID Press the display information button to see the message again with the system message indicator on Safe Driving Home SEC ...

Page 9: ...s You can choose when to reset the average fuel economy Customized Features Î Î P 85 Owner s Manual Refueling a small amount of gas may not trigger trip A and the average fuel economy to reset FUEL LID OPEN Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel 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 I...

Page 10: ... do not move around while driving The fuel tank is located in the trunk and although a partition separates the tank from the cargo space large items or loose items can damage the fuel tank and fuel system components Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer Attempting to do so can void your warranties Home TOC Before Dri v i ng SEC ...

Page 11: ...ter is extremely cold an engine block heater will improve starting and warming of the engine If temperatures consistently below 22 F 30 C are expected the coolant mixture should be changed to a higher concentration to prevent freezing Consult a dealer for details If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle have your vehicle checked by a dealer There may be...

Page 12: ...in If the engine starts but then immediately stops wait at least 10 seconds before repeating step 4 while gently depressing the accelerator pedal Release the accelerator pedal once the engine starts The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft If an improperly coded key or other device is used the engine s fuel system is disabled Immobilizer System Î Î P 112 Owner s Manual After extende...

Page 13: ...e and reduces the amount of fuel you can put in Slow filling It takes about an hour and a half per GGE Gasoline Gallon Equivalent to fill up the fuel tank This method can be done using a vehicle refueling appliance Fuel Quality and Home Refueling Î Î P 3 Fuel Information For information on the locations of the CNG fuel stations 49 States Visit either http www afdc energy gov afdc fuels natural_gas...

Page 14: ...are the typical fast fill refueling procedure You may need to go through different steps at a station with slow fill equipment or other types of equipment Always follow the instructions provided on site 1 Stop your vehicle with the service station pump on the left side of the vehicle in the rear 2 Turn off the engine 3 Push on the fuel receptacle lid release handle at the foot of the driver s seat...

Page 15: ...t sure how to operate the refueling station ask for assistance 6 Turn the lever until the arrows on the nozzle point to each other then follow the instructions on the refueling station to begin refueling While refueling you may hear a chattering sound This is normal 7 Refueling will stop automatically when the tank is full Follow the instructions on the refueling station to turn it off 8 Disconnec...

Page 16: ...vice Pressure 3 600 psi 24 800 kPa CNG Label Locations Î Î P 4 WARNING Tampering with or improperly maintaining the high pressure fuel system can cause a dangerous condition in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Never attempt to modify the fuel system and always have fuel system maintenance performed by an authorized Honda Civic Natural Gas dealer or a qualified NGV technician Indoor Vehicl...

Page 17: ...ntenance service items on the intelligent multi information display i MID to show you when you should have a dealer do engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service Refer to the important safety precautions and instructions in the Owner s Manual Maintenance Home TOC SEC ...

Page 18: ... Replace air cleaner element 3 Replace dust and pollen filter 4 Replace fuel filter element high pressure Inspect drive belt Inspect valve clearance Inspect fuel tank 5 3 Replace transmission fluid 4 Replace spark plugs 5 Replace engine coolant 1 If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset change the engine oil every year 2 Models with tire repair kit See in...

Page 19: ... replacing use the following bulb High Mount Brake Light 21W 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the screw from the center of each trunk lining fastener then remove the fasteners 3 Pull the upper edge of the trunk lining down Trunk Lining Screw Fastener Maintenance Home TOC SEC ...

Page 20: ...Replacing Light Bulbs High Mount Brake Light Bulb 20 4 Turn the socket to the left and remove it 5 Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb Bulb Socket Maintenance Home TOC SEC ...

Page 21: ...the Unexpected Type of Tools The tools were stored in the trunk Models with compact spare tire Type of Tools Jack Handle Bar Jack Wing Bolt for mounting a flat tire Support Plate Wheel Nut Wrench Jack Handle Home TOC SEC ...

Page 22: ...he trunk and to store the flat tire follow the instructions in this section Removing the Spare Tire Tools and the Jack Trunk Floor Lid Tool Kit Tool Case Spare Tire 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the trunk floor lid 3 Take the tool case out of the spare tire Models with compact spare tire Changing a Flat Tire Handling the Unexpected Home TOC SEC ...

Page 23: ...ng bolt and remove the spacer cone 5 Take the spare tire out of its well Bend the lower part of the trunk lining upward to enlarge the opening 6 Turn the jack s end counterclockwise to loosen it then remove the jack Wing Bolt Jack Spacer Cone Spare Tire Trunk Lining Handling the Unexpected Home TOC SEC ...

Page 24: ...e the rubber caps from the holes in the trunk floor and the trunk lining then align both holes 4 Place the flat tire straight up in the trunk with the outside of the wheel facing forward 5 Take the support plate and the wing bolt out of the tool kit Put the plate on the wing bolt 6 Insert the wing bolt through the hole in the center of the wheel and the trunk lining then tighten the bolt 7 Store t...

Page 25: ...Plug Speed Restriction Label Selector Switch Pressure Gauge Sealant Air Hose Clear Tire Sealant Expiration Date Pressure Relief Button Instruction Manual Air Only Hose Black Sealant AIR side Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire The kit should not be used in the following situations Instead contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to have the vehicle towed The tire sealant has expired More than two ti...

Page 26: ... the flat tire and away from traffic Do not place the kit on its side Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire When making a temporary repair carefully read the instruction manual provided with the kit In cold temperatures the sealant may not flow easily In this situation warm it up for five minutes before using Handling the Unexpected Home TOC SEC ...

Page 27: ...Air WARNING Tire sealant contains substances that are harmful and can be fatal if swallowed If accidentally swallowed do not induce vomiting Drink plenty of water and get medical attention immediately For skin or eye contact flush with cool water and get medical attention if necessary In cold temperatures the sealant may not flow easily In this situation warm it up for five minutes before using Th...

Page 28: ...enclosed area can cause a rapid build up of toxic carbon monoxide Breathing this colorless odorless gas can cause unconsciousness and even death Only run the engine to power the air compressor with the vehicle outdoors NOTICE Do not operate the tire repair kit compressor for more than 15 minutes The accessory power socket and compressor can overheat and become permanently damaged Until the sealant...

Page 29: ...l Valve Stem Sealant Air Hose Distributing the Sealant in the Tire Repair Notification Label 1 Apply the speed restriction label to the location as shown 2 Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes Do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h 3 Stop the vehicle in a safe place Injecting Sealant and Air See a Honda dealer for a replacement sealant bottle and proper disposal of an empty bottle Distributing the Sealant...

Page 30: ...e 10 minute drive you do not need to check the pressure any more Greater than 19 psi 130kPa but less than 30 psi 210 kPa Turn the air compressor on to inflate the tire until the tire pressure reaches 30 psi 210 kPa Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes or until you reach the nearest service station Do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h You should repeat this procedure as long as the air pressure is with...

Page 31: ...m traffic 3 Place the kit face up on flat ground near the flat tire away from traffic Do not place the kit on its side 4 Remove the air only hose from the kit 5 Remove the valve cap 6 Attach the air only hose onto the tire valve stem Screw it until it is tight Valve Cap Air Only Hose Valve Stem Inflating An Under inflated Tire NOTICE Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit compressor for more...

Page 32: ...air compressor If overinflated press the pressure relief button 13 Unplug the kit from the accessory power socket 14 Unscrew the air only hose from the tire valve stem Reinstall the valve cap 15 Press the pressure relief button until the gauge returns 0 psi 0 kPa 16 Repackage and properly stow the kit Inflating An Under inflated Tire AIR ONLY Side Pressure Relief Button WARNING Running the engine ...

Page 33: ...ou can turn it off quickly if necessary Turn off the valve if you ever suspect a fuel leak or are involved in an accident Turn the manual shut off valve to OFF also when you are storing your vehicle for an extended period Turning Off the Manual Shut Off Valve 4 Turn the manual shut off valve one quarter turn clockwise located as shown The valve is turned to OFF 5 Call a professional towing service...

Page 34: ...km h or less for an inspection Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control system or the fuel system Blinks when engine misfiring is detected What to do when the indicator lamp comes on Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at an authorized Civic Natural Gas dealer What to do when the indicator lamp bl...

Page 35: ...ses are different from the standard gasoline model s fuses determine from the chart or the diagram on the fuse box label which fuse or fuses control that device Current Amps ratings in brackets indicate a fuse in that location for a device that may not be equipped on your vehicle Handling the Unexpected Home TOC SEC ...

Page 36: ...15 A 17 Stop 15 A 18 Horn 10 A 19 Premium Amp 20 A 20 INJ 15 A 21 IGP 15 A 22 DBW 15 A 23 H L LO 20 A 24 Driver s Power Seat Reclining 20 A 25 MG Clutch 7 5 A 26 27 SMALL 20 A 28 Interior Lights 7 5 A 29 Back Up 10 A Fuse Locations If any electrical devices are not working turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 and check to see if any applicable fuse is blown Engine Compartment Fuse Box Located near t...

Page 37: ...Lights 7 5 A 35 Illumination 7 5 A 36 37 38 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A 39 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A 40 TPMS 7 5 A 41 Door Lock 20 A 42 Driver s Power Window 20 A 43 Rear Passenger s Side Power Window 20 A 44 Front Passenger s Side Power Window 20 A 45 Rear Driver s Side Power Window 20 A 46 Wiper 30 A STS 7 5 A Located under the dashboard Fuse locations are shown on the label on the side p...

Page 38: ...gs NGK SILKR8B8DS Fuel Fuel Tank Service Pressure 3 600 psi 24 800 kPa at 70 F 21 C Fuel Tank Capacity 3 000 psi Slow filling Fast filling 6 96 GGE 5 84 GGE 3 600 psi Slow filling Fast filling 7 77 GGE 6 51 GGE Battery Capacity 38AH 5 47AH 20 Washer Fluid Tank Capacity 2 6 US qt 2 5 ℓ Light Bulbs Headlights Low Beam 51W HB4 Headlights High Beam 60W HB3 Front Turn Signal Parking Side Marker Lights ...

Page 39: ... US qt 3 5 ℓ Change including filter 3 9 US qt 3 7 ℓ Engine Coolant Specified Honda Long Life Antifreeze Coolant Type2 Ratio 50 50 with distilled water Capacity 1 45 US gal 5 50 ℓ change including the remaining 0 125 US gal 0 475 ℓ in the reserve tank Tire Regular Size P195 65R15 89H Pressure psi kPa kgf cm2 30 210 2 1 Compact Spare 1 Size T135 80D15 99M Pressure psi kPa kgf cm2 60 420 4 2 Wheel S...

Page 40: ...ly with NFPA 52 standards The system in your vehicle including the tank and hoses has been designed to hold gas at this pressure It has also been tested for safety You should never smell gas or hear a hissing sound unless you are refueling Never modify or replace any original components or parts with those specified for a gasoline vehicle Improper parts or components can damage your vehicle s fuel...

Page 41: ...u can purchase a subscription to Service Express Visit www techinfo honda com for pricing and options Manuals in print Manuals can be purchased from Helm Incorporated You can order a manual by phone at 800 782 4356 credit card orders only or online at www helminc com Information Home TOC ...

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