Honda 2000 Civic GX - Owner's Manual User Manual

2000 Civic Sedan GX Online Reference Owner's Manual Supplement Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this refere

Refueling Procedure5. Securely connect the CNG fillnozzle to the fuel receptacle byturning the lever until the arrowson the nozzle point to each othe

Refueling Procedure9. Put the receptacle dust cap on thefuel receptacle securely.10.Push the fuel receptacle doorclosed until it latches.If you are no

Fuel System ComponentsFuel system components include afuel tank located in the trunk, anintegrated fuel pressure regulator,an in-tank fuel shut-off va

Fuel System Components, Fuel Cut-off SystemFuel system maintenance and repairshould be done only by an authorizedHonda Civic GX dealer.Fuel Cut-off Sy

Fuel Cut-off System, Carrying CargoTo turn off the valve, turn the leverone-quarter turn clockwise. Turn itcounterclockwise to turn the valveback on.T

Starting the Engine1. Apply the parking brake.2. In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.3. Make sure th

Starting the Engine, Automatic Transmission3. Push the accelerator pedal half-way to the floor and hold it therewhile starting the engine. Do nothold

Maintenance ScheduleThis section explains themaintenance items specified for yourCivic GX. Other maintenance itemsand schedules are described in thepr

Maintenance Schedule*1 : See Spark Plugs on page 22 for inspection information.*2 : Including drain*3 : See Fuel Tank on page 21 for inspection and re

Maintenance Schedule (listed by distance/time)Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B as required for e

IntroductionYour Civic GX runs on CompressedNatural Gas (CNG), a highlypressurized version of the sameclean-burning natural gas used inyour home. Beca

Engine Oil, Engine CoolantEngine OilAn engine oil labeled "API ServiceSJ" with a viscosity of 5W-30 isrecommended for your Civic GX.An oil w

Fuel TankThe fuel Lank meets the safetystandards of NGV-2/NFPA-52/DOTNHTSA FMVSS 304. The fuel tankshould be inspected every threeyears after the prod

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

TiresThe recommended cold tirepressures for most normal drivingconditions is shown below.is:The compact spare tire pressure60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/c

LightsReplacing a High-mount BrakeLight Bulb1. Open the trunk.2. Undo the five fasteners on theupper part of the trunk lining bypushing on the center

Lights, Storing Your Vehicle8. Reset each fastener by pushing onits pointed end until it pops backalmost flush with the fingers onthe housing.9. Put e

Changing a Flat TireTo change a flat tire, follow theinstructions in the primary owner'smanual. Since your car is equippedwith a fuel tank in the

Changing a Flat Tire2. Remove the wheel cover.3. Place the flat tire straight up in thetrunk as shown, with the outsideof the wheel facing forward.4.

If the Fuel System Has a LeakYou may detect a slight natural gasodor for a few moments afterrefueling. This is normal. You shouldnot be able to smell

Jump StartingTaking Care of the UnexpectedDo not jump start your vehicle if yoususpect a natural gas leak. If yousmell natural gas or hear a hissingso

Indicator LightsMalfunction IndicatorLampThis indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch ON (II). If it comes on at anyother

FusesThe fuses contained in the interiorfuse box and ABS fuse box are thesame as described in the primaryowner's manual. Refer to the table inthe

Specifications* 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in theengine.Reserve tank capacity: 0.11 US gal (0.4 , 0.09 Imp gal)*

Specifications*1 : With ABSTechnical Informationpage 257page 30Main Menu

Emissions ControlsThe burning of compressed naturalgas in your vehicle's engineminimizes the production of severalbyproducts. Some of these areca

Emissions ControlsExhaust Emissions ControlsThe exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,Ignition Timing Control, ExhaustGas Recirculati

Authorized ManualsPurchasing Factory Authorized Manuals(U.S. only)The following publications covering the operation andservicing of your vehicle can b

Authorized ManualsP.O. BOX 07280'DETROIT, MICHIGAN 48207-1-800-782-4356These Publications cannot be returned for credit without receiving advance

Indicator LightsIf you smell natural gas or hear ahissing sound, the fuel system mayhave a leak. Follow the instructionsunder If the Fuel System Has a

GaugesFuel GaugeThis gauge shows how much fuelyou have. The quantity of fuelremaining in the tank is calculatedbased on the pressure andtemperature of

Rear SeatUnlike the standard Civic, only twopeople can ride in the rear seat. Theyshould sit in the outside seatingpositions and wear the lap/shoulder

FuelYour Civic GX is designed to operateon Compressed Natural Gas (CNG).The natural gas you use to refuelmust meet NFPA-52 and SAE J1616standards for

Fuel, Refueling ProcedureCNG IdentificationYour vehicle has an identifying"CNG" label attached next to therear license plate. Do not removet

Refueling ProcedureFilling the Fuel TankThe refueling procedure can varywith the refueling station. Thefollowing explains the typicalrefueling procedu