Vehicle Storage - Honda Civic Hybrid Manual

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Replacing the Battery, Vehicle Storage
To install a new battery, reverse this
procedure.
This symbol on the battery
means that this product must
not be treated as household
waste.
An improperly disposed of battery
can be harmful to the environment
and human health.
Always confirm local regulations for
battery disposal.
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Maintenance

Vehicle Storage

If you need to park your vehicle for
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it for storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.
Fill the fuel tank.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Clean the interior. Make sure the
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park.
Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored for a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tyres are off the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the 12 volt battery.
Support the front wiper blade
arms with a folded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windscreen.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and boot seals. Also, apply a
vehicle body wax to the painted
surfaces that mate with the door
and boot seals.