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2009 Civic Sedan GX Online Reference Owner's Manual
Contents
Refer to 2009 Civic Sedan Owner's Manual for topics not covered.
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction............................ 2 Maintenance
Maintenance Minder................... 17
Instruments and Controls
Engine Oil..................................... 21
Instrument Panel Indicators......... 3 Engine Coolant............................. 21
Gauges ............................................ 5 Fuel Tank.....................
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Introduction Your Civic GX runs on compressed You will find important safety natural gas (CNG), a highly information in this supplement and pressurized version of the same in the owner’s manual. This clean-burning natural gas used in information alerts you to potential many homes. hazards that could hurt you or others. Please read it carefully. Your Civic GX operates and performs like a gasoline-powered Civic. However, there are a few differences you should be aware of. In addition to reading t
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Instrument Panel Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates one of the engine’s emissions control systems may have a problem. For complete information, 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 checkedby anauthorizedHonda Civic GX dealer as soon as
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Instrument Panel Indicators If you smell natural gas or hear a Low Fuel Indicator tank begins to drop, and the hissing sound, except when refueling, pressure inside the tank drops too. LOW FUEL INDICATOR the fuel system may have a leak. This means that when the outside air Follow the instructions under If the gets very cold [below 25°F ( 4°C)], Fuel System Has a Leak on page the pressure of the natural gas inside 28 of this supplement. the tank goes down, and the fuel gauge may indicate that y
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Gauges, Rear Seat Fuel Gauge The gauge may show slightly more Rear Seat or less than the actual amount. The UnlikethestandardCivic,theseat- LOWER ‘‘F’’ MARK back cannot be folded down. tank temperature, fill method, and ambient conditions may affect the pressure and temperature of the natural gas. UPPER ‘‘F’’ MARK FUEL GAUGE This gauge shows how much fuel you have. The quantity of fuel remaining in the tank is calculated based on the pressure and temperature of the natural gas in the fuel tank.
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Fuel Your Civic GX is designed to operate Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) on compressed natural gas (CNG). The main component of compressed The natural gas you use to refuel natural gas is methane, a highly Compressed natural gas is must meet NFPA-52 and SAE J1616 flammable, colorless gas. While it is flammable and highly explosive. standards for fuel composition and the same gas that is burned in You could be killed or seriously quality. everyday home appliances such as injured if leaking natural
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Fuel, Refueling Procedure CNG Identification Refueling Procedure Your vehicle’s maximum fill pressure There are two methods of refueling, is 3,600 psi (24,800 kPa), so you CNG LABEL fast filling or slow filling. should refuel with a P36 nozzle. Using a P30 nozzle will fill the tank Fast filling is normally used in fuel to the second (3,000 psi) fill mark on stations for natural gas vehicles. It the fuel gauge. Using a P24 nozzle takes about 3 to 5 minutes to fill up will not fill the tank compl
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Refueling Procedure FUEL Push RECEPTACLE Using f ast f ill equipment at temperatures below 4°F ( 16°C) may damage the f uel system, potentially causing a leak. Only use slow f ill equipment when ambient temperatures are below 4°F ( 16°C). Filling the Fuel Tank The refueling equipment and procedure can vary with the RECEPTACLE DUST CAP refueling station. The CNG fill nozzle may not look or work like the 1. Park with the driver’s side of the 4. Remove the receptacle dust cap example on the next
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Refueling Procedure If you hear or see fuel/vapor leaking from the nozzle-receptacle connection, stop refueling immediately. Dirt or other debris may be preventing a positive 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 sealing O-ring in the receptacle. It may be missing, 5. Securely connect the CNG fill 6. Turn the lever until the arrows on
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Refueling Procedure If dirt or other debris are adhering to If you do not close the lid, the fuel Refueling Station Information theinsideof thefuelreceptacle,gas gauge on the instrument panel will To obtain information about the may leak out after refueling. If this flash when you turn the ignition locations of compressed natural gas happens, clean off the dirt or debris switch to the ON (II) position. The (CNG) refueling stations, contact the with a clean, dry rag from the CNG gauge will stop
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Fuel System Components Fuel system components include a FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR FUEL TANK fuel tank located in the trunk, an integrated fuel pressure regulator, FUEL FEED LINE FUEL RECEPTACLE an in-tank fuel shutoff valve, high pressure fuel lines, electronically controlled multipoint fuel injectors, and other equipment. Fuel system components in the Civic GX comply with NFPA-52 standards. Your vehicle is equipped with genuine Honda component parts that have been designed and approved for use i
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Fuel System Components, Fuel Cutoff System Fuel system maintenance and repair Fuel Cutoff System Manual Shutoff Valve should be done only by an authorized The in-tank fuel shutoff valve is Honda Civic GX dealer. controlled by the ignition switch. When the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position, the valve is closed, shutting Tampering with, or improperly off fuel flow to the engine. It opens maintaining the high-pressure when the ignition switch is turned to fuel system can
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Carrying Cargo Load Limits This figure includes the total weight Steps for Determining Correct Load The maximum load for your vehicle of all occupants, cargo, and Limit is 850 lbs (385 kg). accessories, and the tongue load if (1)Locate the statement ‘‘The you are towing a trailer. combined weight of occupants and See Tire And Loading Information cargo should never exceed XXX label attached to the driver’s kg or XXX lbs.’’ on your vehicle’s doorjamb. placard. Overloading or improper Label Examp
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Carrying Cargo (4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For Example 1 example, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amount Max Load (850 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be (150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs) (550 lbs) five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is Example 2 650 lbs. Max Load (850 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight (1,400 750 (5 150) = 650 lbs.) (150 lbs x 4 = 600 lbs) (250 lbs)
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Carrying Cargo, Starting the Engine The fuel tank is located in the trunk, Starting the Engine 5. Turn the ignition switch to the with a partition between the fuel 1. Apply the parking brake. START (III) position. Do not hold tank and the cargo space. the switch in the START (III) 2. In cold weather, turn off all position for more than 15 seconds When you store small items in the electrical accessories to reduce at a time. If the engine does not trunk, secure them so they will not the drain on
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Starting the Engine, Towing a Trailer If you regularly drive your vehicle in Use the following procedure: Towing a Trailer very cold weather [below 4°F Your vehicle is not designed to tow a ( 20°C)], consider having an Turn off all electrical accessories 1. trailer; attempting to do so can void engine block heater installed. It to reduce the drain on the battery. your warranties. should greatly improve starting in very cold weather. 2. Make sure the malfunction indicator lamp goes out before
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Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Avoid exceeding your vehicle’s and maintenance service items on load limit. This puts excess stress the information display to show you Tampering with, or improperly on the engine, brakes, and many when you should have your dealer do maintaining the high-pressure other parts of your vehicle. The engine oil replacement and indicated fuel system can cause a load limit is shown on the label on maintenance service. dangerous condition in whic
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Maintenance Minder Engine Oil Life Display The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items SEL/RESET BUTTON MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR required at the time of the oil change. MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL LIFE ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY ITEM CODE(S) INDICATOR To see the current engine oil life, If the remaining engine oil life is 15 turn the ignition switch to the ON to 6 percent, you will see the engine (II) position, and press the SEL/ oil life indicator every time you turn RESET b
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Maintenance Minder Important Maintenance However, service at a dealer is not Precautions mandatory to keep your warranties If you have the required service in effect. Maintenance may be done done but do not reset the display, or by any qualified service facility or reset the display without doing the person who is skilled in this type of service, the system will not show the automotive service. Make sure to proper maintenance intervals. This have the service facility or person canleadtoseriousm
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Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items 1 A Replace engine oil 1 Rotate tires 1 B 2 Replace air cleaner element Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace fuel filter element (low pressure) If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 Drain fuel filter (high pressure) miles (24,000 km). Inspect front and rear brakes Replace dust and pollen filter Check parking brake adjustment If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high Inspect these items
