Honda 2012 Civic Natural Gas User Manual

ContentsSafe DrivingP. 4Instrument Panel P. 6DrivingP. 10MaintenanceP. 16Handling the UnexpectedP. 21InformationP. 30 Safe Driving P. 4Safety Labels P

Before Driving10DrivingStoring Cargo in the TrunkDo not put large, heavy or pointed objects in the trunk. When storing items, properly secure them so

11When DrivingContinuedDrivingStarting the Engine Starting the EngineKeep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when starting the engine.The engine is h

When Driving Starting the Engine12Driving3. Turn the ignition switch to ON II without depressing the accelerator pedal. You may hear a click from t

13RefuelingContinuedDrivingFuel Information Only fuels that can be usedNFPA-52 and SAE J1616 standardsUse of a fuel that does not meet these standards

Refueling How to Refuel14Driving Refueling Procedure Example How to RefuelAlways observe all safety recommendations and operating instructions on t

Refueling How to Refuel15Driving How to RefuelIf you hear or see fuel/vapor leaking from the nozzle-receptacle connection, stop refueling immediatel

Maintaining the Fuel System16MaintenanceYour vehicle’s fuel system must be maintained and repaired by an authorized Civic Natural Gas dealer or a cert

17ContinuedMaintenanceMaintenance MinderTMYour vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the multi-information display to show

18Maintenance Maintenance MinderTM To Use Maintenace MinderTM Maintenance Service Items2345 Maintenance Service ItemsIndependent of the Maintenance M

19Replacing Light BulbsContinuedMaintenanceHigh-Mount Brake Light BulbWhen replacing, use the following bulb.High-Mount Brake Light: 21W1. Open the tr

IntroductionYour vehicle runs on compressed natural gas (CNG), a highly pressurized version of the same clean-burning natural gas used in many homes

Replacing Light Bulbs High-Mount Brake Light Bulb20Maintenance4. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.5. Remove the old bulb and insert a new b

21ToolsHandling the Unexpected Type of ToolsHow to Set Up the Jack P. 302, Owner's ManualRemoving the Spare Tire, Tools and the Jack P. 22Sto

If a Tire Goes Flat22Handling the UnexpectedTo change a flat tire, follow the instructions in the Owner’s Manual.To remove the spare tire, tools and t

If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire23ContinuedHandling the Unexpected4. Unscrew the wing bolt and remove the spacer cone.5. Take the spare tire

If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire24Handling the Unexpected Storing a Flat TireWARNINGLoose items can fly around the interior in a crash and

25Fuel LeaksHandling the UnexpectedIf a Fuel Leak is DetectedIf you smell natural gas or hear a hissing sound, except when refueling, the fuel system

Indicator, Coming On/Blinking26Handling the UnexpectedIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On

27FusesContinuedHandling the UnexpectedTo check and replace fuses, follow the instructions in the Owner’s Manual.Since your vehicle’s fuses are differ

28Handling the Unexpected Fuses Engine CompartmentCircuit Protected Amps1EPS 70 A− −ABS/VSA Motor 30 AABS/VSA FSR 30 A− −Main Fuse 100 A2IG Main 50 AF

29Handling the Unexpected FusesCircuit Protected Amps25 − −26 − −27Accessory Power Socket (Front)15 A28 Washer 15 A29 ODS 7.5 A30Driver's Door Lo

Fuel Quality and Home Refueling In order to insure that your Civic Natural Gas vehicle receives CNG fuel with quality equal to or above the NFPA-52 an

Specifications30Information Vehicle SpecificationsModel Honda Civic 4-Door Natural GasNo. of Passengers:FrontRearTotal235Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight

Specifications 31Information Brake FluidSpecified Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Automatic Transmission FluidSpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1 (automatic

Fuel System32InformationSystem ComponentsFuel Feed LineFuel Pressure RegulatorFuel Tank Fuel ReceptacleFuel Filter (Low Pressure)Fuel InjectorFuel Fil

33Authorized ManualsInformation Service ExpressFor electronic copies of service publications, you can purchase a subscription to Service Express. Visi

Safety Labels4Safe DrivingCNG Label LocationsThese labels are in the locations shown. They give instructions and warnings on the CNG fuel system.If a

Safety Labels After a Collision5Safe Driving CNG tank expiration and production dates:Are indicated on the labels. Have an authorized dealer or cer

Indicators 6Instrument PanelIndicator Name On/Blinking Explanation MessageMalfunction Indicator Lamp• Comesonwhenyouturntheignition switch to O

7Instrument PanelIndicator Name On/Blinking Explanation MessageLow Fuel Indicator• Comesonwhenyouturntheignition switch to ON II, and goes off

Indicators Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages8Instrument PanelMulti-Information Display Warning and Information MessagesMes

9Gauges and DisplaysInstrument PanelGauges Fuel Gauge Fuel GaugeThe quantity of fuel remaining in the tank is calculated based on the pressure and tem