Honda 2002 Civic GX - Owner's Manual Manuel d'utilisateur

2002 Civic GX Online Reference Owner's Manual Supplement Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. F

Because the fuel receptacle is onthe driver’s side of the vehicle,park with that side closest to therefueling station.Turn the ignition switch to LOCK

Follow the instructions on therefueling station to begin refueling.Securely connect the CNG fillnozzle to the fuel receptacle byturning the lever unti

Push the fuel receptacle doorclosed until it latches.If you are not sure how to operatethe refueling station, ask forassistance.Putthereceptacledustca

Fuel system components include afuel tank located in the trunk, anintegrated fuel pressure regulator,an in-tank fuel shut-off valve, fuelhigh pressure

CONTINUEDA manual shut-off valve is locatedunderneath the vehicle, near the reartire on the driver’s side. Werecommend that you locate thisvalve so yo

Do not carry large, heavy or pointedobjects in the trunk. They maydamage the fuel tank.The maximum load you can carry inyour car is 635 lbs (288 kg).

−−CONTINUEDApply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.Make sure the shift lever is

Push the accelerator pedal half-way to the floor and hold it therewhile starting the engine. Do nothold the ignition key in START(III) for more than 1

CONTINUEDThe ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for afew seconds when you turn theignition switch ON (II). If it flasheswhile driving (in any shift position),it

−−−−This positionmechanically locks the transmission.Use Park whenever you are turningoff or starting the engine. To shiftoutofPark,youmustpressontheb

This Owner’s Manual should beconsidered a permanent part of thevehicle, and should remain with thevehicle when it is sold.The information and specific

−−When the vehicle reaches themaximum speed in any shift position,you may feel the engine cut in andout. This is caused by a limiter (112mph, 180 km/h

The Maintenance Schedule specifieshow often you should have yourCivic GX serviced and what thingsneed attention. It is essential thatyou have your car

＃Driving less than 5 miles (8 km)per trip or, in freezingtemperatures, driving less than 10miles (16 km) per trip.Driving in extremely hot [over90°F (

−＊＊＊＊＃＊＃＃＊＊＃＊Maintenance22Service at the indicateddistance or time whichevercomes first.miles x 1,000km x 1,000monthsService the following items at th

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−＊＃＃＊＊＊＃＊＊＊＃＊＊＊Maintenance24Service at the indicateddistance or time whichevercomes first.miles x 1,000km x 1,000monthsInspect every 3 years or 36,000

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□□□□＃Maintenance26130,000 mi/208,000 km/7 yrs135,000 mi/216,000 km/7-½ yrs140,000 mi/224,000 km/7 yrs145,000 mi/232,000 km/8 yrs150,000 mi/240,000 km/

CONTINUEDMaintenanceRequired Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)275,000 mi10,000 mi15,000 mi20,000 mi25,000 mi30,000 mi35,000 mi40,00

MaintenanceRequired Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)2865,000 mi70,000 mi75,000 mi80,000 mi85,000 mi90,000 mi95,000 mi100,000 mi105

Your Civic GX runs on CompressedNatural Gas (CNG), a highlypressurized version of the sameclean-burning natural gas used inmany homes. Because natural

Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance29125,000 mi130,000 mi135,000 mi140,000 mi145,000 mi150,000 mi155,000 mi160,00

Engine coolant change capacity:Refer to the primary owner’s manualfor engine coolant adding andreplacement procedures.5W-20 oil is formulated for year

The engine and transmission mustbe at normal operating temperaturebefore checking the fluid level. Drivethe vehicle at least 10 miles (16kilometers) b

Always use genuine Honda ATF-Z1(Automatic Transmission Fluid). If itis not available, you may use aDEXRONIII automatictransmission fluid as a temporar

You should also have the fuel tankinspected after a collision.Have a qualified technician replacethe fuel tank. Do not reuse the oldfuel tank.The fuel

＋−The spark plugs in your car are aspecial platinum-tipped design forlonger life. They need to be replacedevery 7 years or 105,000 miles(168,000 km),

Tire pressures for high speed drivingare shown below. Honda stronglyrecommends that you not drivefaster than posted speed limits andconditions allow.T

Open the trunk. Remove the socket from the lightassembly by turning it one-quarterturn counterclockwise.Reinstall the socket. Turn itclockwise until i

If you store your vehicle indoors, itshould be parked in a wellventilated area. We recommendthe installation of a natural gasleak detector.After stori

To change a flat tire, follow theinstructions in the primary owner’smanual. Since your car is equippedwith a fuel tank in the trunk, youshould install

This indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch ON (II). If it comes on at anyother time, it indicates one of theengine’s em

Remove the wheel cover.Place the flat tire straight up in thetrunk as shown, with the outsideof the wheel facing forward.Remove the support plate and

You may detect a slight natural gasodor for a few moments afterrefueling. This is normal. You shouldnot be able to smell natural gas atany other time.

Do not jump start your vehicle if yoususpect a natural gas leak. If yousmell natural gas or hear a hissingsound, the fuel system may have aleak that n

＊＊＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information42DimensionsWeightsEngineCapacitiesLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrackGross vehicle weight rating See the certifica

−−−−−＊＊−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information43Air Conditioning FusesAlignmentTiresLightsBatteryHFC-134a (R-134a)17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g)S

Your vehicle has a PositiveCrankcase Ventilation System. Thiskeeps gasses that build up in theengine’s crankcase from going intothe atmosphere. The Po

The emissions control systems aredesigned and certified to work to-gether in reducing emissions tolevels that comply with the Clean AirAct. To make su

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−＊＊＊＊２００２ＨＯＮThe following publications covering the operation andservicing of your vehicle can be obtained from HelmIncorporated, either by filling ou

−−−ＳＨＩＰＴＯＰＡＹＭＥＮＴAuthorized Manuals48NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name,and also the name of the person to whose attenti

−If you smell natural gas or hear ahissing sound, except when refueling, the fuel system may have a leak. Follow the instructions underon pageThis ind

This gauge shows how much fuelyou have. The quantity of fuelremaining in the tank is calculatedbased on the pressure andtemperature of the natural gas

Unlike the standard Civic, only twopeople can ride in the rear seat. Theyshould sit in the outer seatingpositions and wear the lap/shoulderbelts. Ther

The main component of compressednatural gas is methane, a highlyflammable, colorless gas. While it isthe same gas that is burned ineveryday home appli

Your vehicle has an identifying‘‘CNG’’ label attached next to therear license plate. Do not removethis label. This label is necessary forinsuring your