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Honda 2001 Civic Sedan GX Owner's Manual

Honda 2001 Civic Sedan GX Owner's Manual

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2001 Civic Sedan GX Online Reference Owner's Manual Supplement
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Contents
Refer to Civic Sedan for topics not covered.
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Controls.............................................................................................................................3
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
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What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new car, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving.............................................................................................................................................................15
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your car to the dealer.
Unexpected.................................................................................................................38
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Information.................................................................................................................................42
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
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How to order manuals and other technical literature.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    2001 Civic Sedan GX Online Reference Owner's Manual Supplement Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Refer to Civic Sedan for topics not covered.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Main Menu 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 your home.

  • Page 3: Instruments And Controls

    Main Menu Indicator Lights Malfunction Indicator Lamp This indicator comes on for a few MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP LOW FUEL INDICATOR seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates one of the engine's emissions control systems may have a problem.

  • Page 4: Indicator Lights

    If this indicator starts blinking and the fuel level reading goes down to empty when the engine is running, it indicates a problem in the fuel system. Have the vehicle checked by an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer as soon as possible. Instruments and Controls...
  • Page 5 Main Menu Gauges The gauge stays at the same fuel Fuel Gauge level reading after you turn off the ignition. When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the new reading after you turn the ignition switch back ON (II). FUEL GAUGE This gauge shows how much fuel you have.

  • Page 6: Rear Seat

    Main Menu Rear Seat Unlike the standard Civic, only two people can ride in the rear seat. They should sit in the outside seating positions and wear the lap/shoulder belts. There is no center seat belt. Instruments and Controls...

  • Page 7: Before Driving

    The CNG fuel system in your Civic, Honda Civic GX dealer. including the tank and hose, has been designed to hold gas at this pressure. It has also been tested for safety.
  • Page 8 Main Menu Fuel, Refueling Procedure CNG Identification Refueling Procedure When refueling, you should use a fuel fill nozzle that complies with There are two methods of refueling, CNG LABEL fast filling or slow filling. ANSI/AGA NGV-1-1994 standards. Nozzles are designed according to their maximum fill pressure: P24 for Fast filling is normally used in fuel stations for natural gas vehicles.

  • Page 9: Refueling Procedure

    Main Menu Refueling Procedure Filling the Fuel Tank The refueling procedure can vary with the refueling station. The following explains the typical refueling procedure with fast fill equipment. With slow fill equipment, or other types of refueling equipment, follow the instructions on the equipment.
  • Page 10 If it continues to leak, have an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer inspect the sealing O-ring in the receptacle for damage and wear. 5. Securely connect the CNG fill 6.
  • Page 11 Main Menu Refueling Procedure 9. Put the receptacle dust cap on the Refueling Station Information fuel receptacle securely. To obtain information about the locations of Compressed Natural Gas 10.Push the fuel receptacle door (CNG) refueling stations, contact the closed until it latches. American Gas Association (AGA) at (703) 841-8400.

  • Page 12: Fuel System Components

    Fuel system components in the Civic CNG comply with NFPA-52 standards. Your vehicle is equipped 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...
  • Page 13 Fuel Cut-off System Manual Shut-off Valve should be done only by an authorized The in-tank fuel shut-off valve is Honda Civic GX dealer. controlled by the ignition switch. MANUAL SHUT-OFF VALVE When the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position, the valve is closed, shutting off fuel flow to the engine.
  • Page 14 Main Menu Fuel Cut-off System, Carrying Cargo Carrying Cargo To turn off the valve, turn the lever Do not carry large, heavy or pointed one-quarter turn clockwise. Turn it objects in the trunk. They may The maximum load you can carry in counterclockwise to turn the valve damage the fuel tank.

  • Page 15: Driving

    Main Menu Starting the Engine Starting in Cold Weather at High 1. Apply the parking brake. 6. If the engine does not start within 15 seconds, or starts but stalls Altitude (Above 5,000 feet/ 1,600 meters) 2. In cold weather, turn off all right away, repeat step 5 with the An engine is harder to start in cold electrical accessories to reduce...
  • Page 16 Continuously Variable way to the floor and hold it there Transmission (CVT) while starting the engine. Do not Honda's Continuously Variable hold the ignition key in START automatic transmission's unique (III) for more than 15 seconds. design provides a smooth, constant When the engine starts, release flow of power.
  • Page 17 (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. Avoid rapid accelera- tion and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. RELEASE BUTTON The shift lever has six positions. It must be in Park or Neutral to start the engine.
  • Page 18 Main Menu Automatic Transmission (CVT) If you have done all of the above and Neutral (N) — Use Neutral if you still cannot move the lever out of need to restart a stalled engine, or if Park, see Shift Lock Release in the it is necessary to stop briefly with main Owner's manual.
  • Page 19 Main Menu Automatic Transmission (CVT) Second (S) — Selecting Second Maximum Allowable Speeds shifts the transmission into a lower The CVT shifts automatically to range of ratios for better accelera- maintain proper engine speed in any shift position. tion and increased engine braking. Use Second when you are going down a steep hill, or in stop-and-go When the vehicle reaches the...

  • Page 20: Maintenance Schedule

    The services and time or distance required, take your car to an the Maintenance Schedules on the intervals shown in the maintenance authorized Honda Civic GX dealer, following pages. schedule assume you will use your or a qualified NGV technician.
  • Page 21 # will not void your emissions We recommend the use of Genuine conditions. Honda parts and fluids whenever warranties. However, Honda you have maintenance done. These recommends that all maintenance Driving on muddy, dusty, or...
  • Page 22 Main Menu 1: Including drain. 2: See Spark Plugs on page for inspection information. 3: See Air Conditioning Filter in the primary owner's manual for replacement information under special driving conditions. 4: See Fuel Tank on page for inspection and replacement information. Fuel tank should be replaced 15 years after it was manufactured. This replacement is not covered by the emissions warranty.
  • Page 23 Main Menu Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. 1: See Spark Plugs on page for inspection information. 2 : See Air Conditioning Filter in the primary owner's manual for replacement information under special driving conditions.
  • Page 24 Main Menu 1 : Including drain. 2 : See Spark Plugs on page for inspection information. 3 : See Air Conditioning Filter in the primary owner's manual for replacement information under special driving conditions. 4 : See Timing Belt in the primary owner's manual to determine need for replacement. 5 : See Fuel Tank on page for inspection and replacement information.
  • Page 25 Main Menu Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. 1: See Spark Plugs on page for inspection information. 2: See Timing Belt in the primary owner's manual to determine need for replacement.
  • Page 26 Main Menu : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column page 21. NOTE: Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. Maintenance...
  • Page 27 Main Menu Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page 22) or severe conditions (page 24). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. CONTINUED Ma intenance...
  • Page 28 Main Menu Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) CONTINUED Maintenance...
  • Page 29 Main Menu Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) Maintenance...
  • Page 30 Engine Oil, Engine Coolant 5W-20 oil is formulated for year- Engine Oil Engine Coolant round protection of your Honda, to The SAE number tells you the oil's Refer to the primary owner's manual viscosity or weight. Select the oil for...

  • Page 31: Transmission Fluid

    Main Menu Transmission Fluid Continuously Variable DIPSTICK Transmission (CVT) The engine and transmission must be at normal operating temperature before checking the fluid level. Drive the vehicle at least 10 miles (16 kilometers) before checking. UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 1. Park the car on level ground. Shut 3.
  • Page 32 Have the to the time and distance recommen- transmission flushed and refilled dations in the maintenance schedule. with genuine Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient. If you drive at high speed in high temperatures [above 95° F (35° C)],...

  • Page 33: Fuel Tank

    Main Menu Fuel Tank The fuel tank meets the safety standards of NGV-2/NFPA-52/DOT HOOD FUEL TANK NHTSA FMVSS 304. The fuel tank should be inspected every three years after the production date of the fuel tank. Have a qualified technician inspect the fuel tank for damage or leaking.

  • Page 34: Spark Plugs

    Main Menu Spark Plugs The spark plugs in your car are a Specifications: SPARK PLUG special platinum-tipped design for NGK: PFR7N-D longer life. They need to be replaced Spark Plug Gap: every 5 years or 100,000 miles 0.03 in (0.8 mm) (160,000 km), whichever comes first.
  • Page 35 Main Menu Tires The recommended cold tire Tire pressures for high speed driving pressures for most normal driving are shown below. Honda strongly conditions is shown below. recommends that you not drive faster than posted speed limits and conditions allow.
  • Page 36 Main Menu Lights 6. Push the new bulb straight into Replacing a High-mount Brake the socket until it bottoms. Light Bulb FASTENERS 7. Reinstall the socket. Turn it clockwise until it locks. Make sure the new bulb is working. 8. Reinstall the trunk lining. 9.
  • Page 37 Main Menu Lights, Storing Your Vehicle After storing your vehicle for an Storing Your Vehicle extended period, and before starting If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period, refer to Storing the engine for the first time, open the trunk and leave it open for Your Vehicle in the primary owner's several minutes.

  • Page 38: Taking Care Of The Unexpected

    Main Menu Changing a Flat Tire To change a flat tire, follow the Removing the Spare Tire Storing the Flat Tire instructions in the primary owner's manual. Since your car is equipped TOOL KIT TRUNK FLOOR with a fuel tank in the trunk, you should install the flat tire as described in this supplement.

  • Page 39: Changing A Flat Tire

    Main Menu Changing a Flat Tire 4. Remove the support plate and the wing bolt from the tool kit. Put the plate on the wing bolt. Secure the flat tire by putting the wing bolt through the hole in the center of the wheel, through the hole in the trunk lining, then screwing it into the divider.

  • Page 40: If The Fuel System Has A Leak

    (see Manual Shut-off Valve on page in this supplement). You cannot continue driving. Your vehicle should be towed to an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer (see Emergency Towing in the primary owner's manual). Taking Care of the Unexpected...

  • Page 41: Jump Starting

    Turn the manual shut-off valve to the OFF position and have your vehicle towed to an authorized Honda Civic GX dealer (see Emergency Towing in the primary owner's manual). If the fuel system is not leaking or damaged, you can jump start the vehicle.

  • Page 42: Technical Information

    Main Menu Specifications 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.21 US gal (0.8 ,0.18lmpgal) page 27. 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. Technical Information...

  • Page 43: Specifications

    Main Menu Specifications page 285 page 284 1 : Without ABS 2 : With ABS Technical Information...

  • Page 44: Emissions Controls

    Main Menu Emissions Controls The burning of compressed natural The Clean Air Act Crankcase Emissions Control gas in your vehicle's engine The United States Clean Air Act sets System minimizes the production of several standards for automobile emissions. Your vehicle has a Positive byproducts.
  • Page 45 System engine's combustion and minimize genuine Honda replacement parts or The Exhaust Gas Recirculation the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that (EGR) system takes some of the their equivalent for repairs.
  • Page 46 Main Menu...

  • Page 47: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)

    Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should (U.S. only) contact their authorized Honda dealer. The following publications covering the operation and ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 servicing of your vehicle can be obtained from Helm...

  • Page 48: Main Menu

    Main Menu Authorized Manuals NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown below for a quotation. These Publications cannot be returned for credit without receiving advance authorization within 14 days of delivery.

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