2010 Honda Civic Coupe Owners Manual

EX,EX-L,SiandCanadianLXmodels TRUNK RELEASE Press this button for about 1 second to open the trunk. You cannot open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch.

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Press and hold this

PANIC button for about 2 seconds to attract attention: the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

RemoteTransmitterCare

Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter.

Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature.

Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid.

If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.

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Remote Transmitter

The ceiling light and the door activated spotlights (if equipped) come on when you press the UNLOCK button if the lights are in the door activated position. If you do not open either door within 30
seconds, the light(s) will fade out. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the light(s) will go off immediately.

If you do not open either door within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock, and the security system (if equipped) sets. You cannot unlock it if the key is in the ignition switch.

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Replacing the Transmitter Battery If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible.

Battery type: CR1616

To replace the battery: 1.

Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver.

Be careful when removing NOTE: this screw as the head of the screw can strip out.

Remote Transmitter

BATTERY

SCREW

Model with trunk release is shown.

2.

Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail.

TAB

3.

Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two tabs on the cover.

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Remote Transmitter

AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

4.

Remove the old battery from the back of the inner cover, and insert a new battery into the back of the cover with the

side facing down.

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An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.

5.

Install the parts in reverse order.

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Pull

U.S. DX and LX, Canadian DX and DX-G

Trunk

Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from Carbon getting into the interior. See Monoxide Hazard on page 50

TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

MASTER KEY

You can open the trunk in two ways:

Pull the trunk release handle to the left of the driver’s seat.

OnEX,EX-L,Siand CanadianLXmodels Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter.

OnU.S.DXandLXmodels,and CanadianDXandDX-Gmodels Use the master key to open the trunk lock. The valet key does not work in this lock.

To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid.

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Trunk

MASTER KEY

To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else:

1.

Lock the trunk release handle with the master key.

2.

Give the person the valet key.

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OnEX,EX-L,SiandCanadianLX Even if the trunk release lever is locked with the master key, you can open the trunk with the remote transmitter.

Emergency Trunk Opener

As a safety feature, your vehicle has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the inside. To open the trunk, push the release lever in the direction indicated by the arrow.

Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page

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Seats

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11 13

Front Seat Adjustments Seepages forimportantsafety informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositiontheseatsandseat- backs.

Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.

To adjust the seat forward or backward, pull up on the bar under the seat cushion’s front edge. Move the seat to the desired position, and release the bar. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position.

To change the seat-back angle, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom.

Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position.

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Seats

Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment

Armrest

Rear Seat Access

OnallmodelsexceptU.S.DX To use the console lid as an armrest, slide it to one of its three positions.

SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT LEVER

Driver’sSide To get into the rear seat on the driver’s side, open the door and pull up on the seat-back adjustment lever. The seat-back will tilt forward to allow easier entry to the rear seat.

The height of your driver’s seat is adjustable. To raise the seat bottom, repeatedly pull up the lever on the outside of the seat cushion. To lower the seat, push the lever down repeatedly.

Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.

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Passenger’sSide

RELEASE LEVER

ExceptU.S.DX When you push down the release lever or pull up the adjustment lever, the seat will also move forward. After a passenger gets into the back seat, push the seat-back to the upright position, and push the seat backwards until it latches. Make sure the seat is fully latched before sitting in it.

To get into the rear seat on the passenger’s side, push downward on the release lever at the base of the seat-back or pull up on the seat-back adjustment lever. The seat-back will tilt forward to allow easier entry to the rear seat.

Seats

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Seats

Head Restraints Seepage forimportantsafety informationandawarningabout improperlypositioningheadrestraints.

13

Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from the likelihood of whiplash and other injuries.

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FRONT

RELEASE BUTTON

LEGS

SEAT-BACK

AdjustingtheHeadRestraint The head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust a restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways, and push the restraint down.

They are most effective when you adjust them so the center of the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint.

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Rear Center Position

LEG

RemovingtheHeadRestraint To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button, then pull the restraint out of the seat- back.

SEAT-BACK

RELEASE BUTTON

When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, the center head restraint should be adjusted up or down, to match the passenger’s height.

Seats

Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash.

Always replace the head restraints before driving.

When reinstalling a head restraint, put the legs back in place. Then adjust it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button.

Make sure the head restraint locks in position when you reinstall it.

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Seats

ActiveHeadRestraints

The driver’s and front passenger’s seats have active head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from the rear, the occupant properly secured with the seat belt will be pushed against the seat-back and the head restraint will automatically move forward.

This reduces the distance between the restraint and the occupant’s head. It also helps protect the occupants

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against the likelihood of whiplash and injuries to the neck and upper spine.

After a collision, the activated restraint should return to its normal position.

If the restraints do not return to their normal position, or in the event of a severe collision, have the vehicle inspected by a Honda dealer.

For a head restraint system to work properly:

Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or from the restraint legs.

Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back.

Install each restraint in its proper location.

Only use genuine Honda replacement head restraints.

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Folding Rear Seat

GUIDE

The back of the rear seat folds down to give you direct access to the trunk. The seat-back can be released from inside the trunk.

When storing cargo, you can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by removing the belt from the guide.

OnallmodelsexceptDX,Canadian DX-GandU.S.LX The left and right halves can be folded separately.

Remove any items from the seat before you fold down the seat-back.

Seats

RELEASE

To release the seat-back, pull the release under the trunk panel. Push the seat-back down, then let go of the release. For 60/40 split rear fold-down seat models, a release is located on each side of the trunk.

For full rear fold-down seat models, the release is located on the driver’s side of the trunk.

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Seats

Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press against the front passenger’s seat, as this could cause the weight sensors to work improperly.

If the rear head restraints get caught on the front seat backs and you cannot fold down the rear seat-back fully, you can remove the head restraints (see page Make sure the removed head restraints are securely stored.

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).

To lock the seat-back upright, push it firmly against the trunk panel. Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat.

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Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat- back, and the center shoulder belt is re-positioned in the guide whenever the seat-back is in its upright position. Be sure there are no twists in any shoulder belt.

Do not put any heavy items on the seat-back when it is folded down.

Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are secured. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard. See 263

Carrying Cargo

on page

Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. See on page

Carbon Monoxide Hazard 50

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Passenger’s Seat

HEATERS

Driver’s Seat

Ifequipped Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. Because of the sensors for the side airbag cutoff system, there is no heater in the passenger’s seat-back. The ignition switch must be in the ON (II) position to use the heaters.

SEAT HEATER SWITCHES

Push the front of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the back of the switch. This will keep the seat warm.

Seat Heaters

In the HI setting, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat’s temperature drops.

In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. It does not cycle with temperature changes.

Follow these precautions whenever you use the seat heaters:

Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery.

If the engine is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters even on the LO setting. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting.

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Power Windows

DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.

MAIN SWITCH

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to raise or lower either window. To open a window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Pull back on the switch and hold it to close the window.

The driver’s armrest has a master power window control panel. To open the passenger’s window, push down on the switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, pull back on the window switch. Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want.

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ExceptDXandCanadianDX-G AUTO To open the driver’s window fully, push the window switch firmly down, then release it. The window automatically goes down all the way. To stop the window from going all the way down, pull back on the window switch briefly.

To close the driver’s window fully, pull back the window switch firmly, then release it. The window automatically goes all the way up. To stop the window from going all the way up, push down on the window switch briefly.

To open or close the driver’s window partially, push down or pull back on the window switch lightly and hold it. The window will stop when you release the switch.

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Allmodels When you push the MAIN switch in, the switch is OFF, and the passenger’s window cannot be raised or lowered. To cancel this feature, push on the switch again to get it to pop out. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the window unintentionally.

The windows operate for up to 10
minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. Opening either door cancels this function.

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ExceptDXandCanadianDX-G AUTO REVERSE If the driver’s window runs into any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction, and then stop. To close the window, remove the obstacle, then use the window switch again.

Auto reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the window before closing it.

The driver’s window auto NOTE: reverse function is disabled when you continuously pull up the switch.

Power Windows

If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the driver’s window fuse is removed, the AUTO function could be disabled. If the power window system needs to be reset after reconnecting the battery or installing the fuse, do this:

1.

2.

Start the engine. Push down and hold the driver’s window switch until the window is fully open.

Pull and hold the driver’s window switch to close the window completely, then hold the switch for about 2 seconds.

If the power windows do not operate properly after resetting, have your vehicle checked by your dealer.

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Moonroof

MOONROOF SWITCH

Open

Close Tilt

Ifequipped The moonroof can be tilted up in the back for ventilation, or it can be slid back into the roof. Use the switch on the front ceiling to operate the moonroof. You must turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to operate the moonroof.

To tilt up the moonroof, push on the center of the moonroof switch. To stop the moonroof from tilting up fully, push the switch briefly.

To open the moonroof, pull back on the switch and hold it. Release the switch when the moonroof reaches the desired position. To close the moonroof, push the switch forward and hold it. Release the switch to stop the operation.

Opening or closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it.

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To open the moonroof

AUTO fully, pull back the moonroof switch firmly, then release it. The moonroof automatically opens all the way. To stop the moonroof from opening, push the switch briefly.

To close the moonroof fully, firmly push the moonroof switch forward, then release it. The moonroof automatically closes all the way. To stop the moonroof from closing, push the switch briefly.

To open or close the moonroof partially, lightly pull the switch back or push it forward and hold it. The moonroof will stop when you release the switch.

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AUTO REVERSE moonroof runs into any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction and then stop. To close the moonroof, remove the obstacle, then use the moonroof switch again.

Auto reverse stops sensing when the moonroof is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the moonroof before closing it.

The moonroof has a key-off delay. You can open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. The key-off delay cancels as soon as you open either door.

If you try to open the moonroof in below-f reezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or motor.

Moonroof

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Mirrors

TAB

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

SELECTOR SWITCH

3.

4.

Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down.

When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings.

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

Ifequipped 1.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

2.

Move the selector switch to L (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s side).

Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.

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Power Mirror Heaters

Parking Brake

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

EX-LmodelintheU.S. LX,EX-LandSimodelsinCanada The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost. With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, turn on the heaters by pressing the rear window defogger button. The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters and the defogger off.

To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page

58

).

Mirrors, Parking Brake

Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and hubs. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on.

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Interior Convenience Items

COAT HOOK

BEVERAGE HOLDER

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT ＊

SIDE POCKET

SUN VISOR

VANITY MIRROR

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

GLOVE BOX

USB ADAPTER CABLE ＊

CENTER POCKET AUXILIARY INPUT JACK ＊

SEAT-BACK POCKET

BEVERAGE HOLDER

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET ＊

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: If equipped

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Beverage Holders Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.

Open the front beverage holder by sliding the lid.

Interior Convenience Items

Console Compartment

Glove Box

LEVER

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

Ifequipped To open the console compartment, pull up on the lever, and lift the lid.

Open the glove box by pulling the handle to the left. Close it with a firm push.

To close, lower the lid, and push it down until it latches.

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Interior Convenience Items

An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while driving.

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Coat Hook

Accessory Power Sockets

FRONT

COAT HOOK

To use a coat hook, pull it down. Close it with a firm push.

To use an accessory power socket, pull up the cover.

Make sure the coat hook is closed when you are not using it. This hook is not designed for large or heavy items.

This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps).

To use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

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CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

Make sure to put the socket cover back in place to prevent any small foreign objects from getting into the socket.

Vanity Mirror

Interior Convenience Items

EX, EX-L and Si

OnEX,EX-LandSimodelswithout navigationsystem Another accessory power socket is in the center console compartment.

None of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. When both sockets are being used, the combined power rating of the accessories should be 120 watts or less (10 amps).

To use the vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor, pull up the cover.

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Interior Convenience Items

Sun Visor

Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the vehicle.

SUN VISOR

To use the sun visor, pull it down. When using the sun visor for the side window, remove the support rod from the clip, and swing it out.

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After both doors are closed tightly, the light dims slightly, then fades out in about 30 seconds.

The ceiling light (with the switch in the center position) comes on when you remove the key from the ignition switch. If you do not open a door, the light stays on, then fades out in about 30 seconds.

If you leave either door open without the key in the ignition switch, the ceiling light goes off after 3 minutes.

Ceiling Light

DOOR ACTIVATED

ON

OFF

The ceiling light has a three-position switch: ON, Door Activated, and OFF. In the Door Activated (center) position, the light comes on when you:

Open either door.

Unlock the doors with the key or the remote transmitter.

Interior Lights

Spotlights

On models without moonroof

Ifequipped Turn on a spotlight by pushing the lens. Push the lens again to turn it off. You can use the spotlights at all times.

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Interior Lights

Onmodelswithmoonroof The spotlights have a two-position switch. In the DOOR position, the lights come on when you open either door. In the OFF position, the lights do not come on.

SPOTLIGHT

OFF POSITION

Courtesy Light

COURTESY LIGHT

Ifequipped The courtesy light between the spotlights comes on when you turn the parking lights on. To adjust its brightness, push the instrument panel brightness control buttons under the driver’s side vent with the ignition switch in the ON (II) position.

DOOR ACTIVATED

The spotlights (with the switch in the DOOR position) also come on when you unlock the door with the key or the remote transmitter, and when you remove the key from the ignition switch.

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Features

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The heating and air conditioning systems in your vehicle provide a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions. Air conditioning is optional on DX model.

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The standard audio system has many features. This section describes those features and how to use them. (If you have an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.)

Ifequipped Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.

U.S.LX,EX,EX-LandSimodels The security system helps to discourage vandalism and theft of your vehicle.

Navigation systems are optional on U.S. EX, EX-L and Si models only.

Vents, Heating, and A/C Audio System Audio System (Models without

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. 121

navigation system)

Playing the AM/FM Radio Adjusting the Sound Playing the XM Radio

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. 126

(Optional) Playing a Disc Disc Player Error Messages Optional Disc Changer Error

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Messages

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Playing an iPod iPod Error Messages Playing a USB Flash Memory

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Device

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USB Flash Memory Device

Error Messages

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Audio System (Models with

navigation system) Voice Control System

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Playing the AM/FM Radio Playing the XM Radio Adjusting the Sound Playing a Disc Disc Player Error Messages

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. 179

Playing a PC Card PC Card Error Messages Playing an iPod iPod Error Messages Playing a USB Flash Memory

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Device

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USB Flash Memory Device

Error Messages

AM/FM Radio Reception Protecting Your Discs Remote Audio Controls Auxiliary Input Jack Radio Theft Protection Setting the Clock Security System Cruise Control Bluetooth

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HandsFreeLink

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

MODE BUTTONS

FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

MAX A/C BUTTON

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AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

＊

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON/ HEATED MIRRORS

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RECIRCULATION BUTTON

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: If equipped

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Fan Control Dial Turn this dial to increase or decrease the fan speed and airflow.

Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow.

Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on, air from the vehicle’s interior is sent throughout the system again. When the indicator is off, air is brought in from the outside of the vehicle (fresh air mode).

Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Ifequipped This button turns the air conditioning on and off. The indicator in the button is on when the A/C is on.

MAX A/C Button Ifequipped

The system automatically

turns on the A/C and switches to to recirculation mode (see page 119
use this setting). Air flows from the center and side vents in the dashboard. Pressing the , A/C, or any of the mode buttons cancels MAX A/C, but the A/C stays on.

The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep this area clear of leaves and other debris.

The system should be left in fresh air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up.

Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to fresh air mode.

Vents, Heating, and A/C

Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger off and on (see page 75

).

On some models, this button also operates the heated outside mirrors (see page

107

).

Mode Control Use the mode control buttons to select the vents air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes.

Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard.

Airflow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

Air flows from the floor

vents.

When you select , the system automatically switches to fresh air mode. If you switch the mode from , the system

keeps the A/C on. The A/C indicator will not come on if it was off to start with.

or

to

To turn off the A/C, press the A/C button to illuminate the indicator, then press it again to turn off the A/C.

When you switch to

or

mode from

, the A/C turns off. But if it was on to start with, the A/C stays on.

Airflow is divided between

the floor vents and defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

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Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

or

When you select the system automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. You cannot turn the A/C off in this mode.

Ventilation The ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then releases it through vents near the rear window.

1.

2. 3. 4.

Set the temperature to the lower limit. Make sure the A/C is off. Select Set the fan to the desired speed.

and fresh air mode.

Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system.

1.

2. 3.

or

Select When you select , the system automatically switches to fresh air mode. If you switch the mode from , the system also automatically turns on the A/C. This helps prevent the windows from fogging up unintendedly. The A/C indicator will not come on if it was off to start with (see the first column on this page). Set the fan to the desired speed. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial.

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Using the A/C Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 68
turn off the A/C until the gauge reading returns to normal.

). If it moves near the red zone,

1.

2.

3. 4.

5.

Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. The indicator in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected. Make sure the temperature is set to maximum cool. Select If the outside air is humid, select recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select fresh air mode. Set the fan to the desired speed.

you can

Iftheinteriorisverywarm, cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning on the air conditioning, and setting the fan to maximum speed in fresh air mode.

To cool the interior with MAX A/C: Set the fan to the desired speed. 1. Select MAX A/C. 2. The system automatically turns on the A/C, selects switches to recirculation mode. Make sure the temperature is set to maximum cool.

, and

3.

Vents, Heating, and A/C

Dehumidify the Interior Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry and can prevent the windows from fogging up.

1. 2. 3. 4.

Turn the fan on. Turn on the air conditioning. Select Adjust the temperature to your preference.

and fresh air mode.

This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows: 1.

Set the fan to the desired speed, or high for faster defrosting. Select . The system automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. The A/C indicator will not come on if it was off to start with. Adjust the temperature so the airflow feels warm. Select rear window. To increase airflow to the windshield, close the corner vents.

to help clear the

2.

3.

4.

5.

When you switch to

, from , the A/C stays on.

or

This helps prevent the windows from rapidly fogging up when the air is suddenly routed away from the windshield. If you want to turn the A/C off, press and release the A/C button twice. The indicator in the button comes on and then goes off.

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To Turn Everything Off Turning the fan speed control dial all the way to the left shuts the system off.

Keep the system off for short periods only.

To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you should have the fan running at all times.

. The system

To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice From the Windows 1.

Select automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. The A/C indicator does not come on if it was off to start with. Select Set the fan and temperature controls to maximum level.

2. 3.

To clear the windows faster, you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the wheel next to each vent. This sends more warm air to the windshield defroster vents. Once the windshield is clear, select fresh air mode to avoid fogging the windows.

For your safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving.

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An audio system is standard on all models except the U.S. DX. Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle’s audio system.

For vehicles without navigation through system, see pages

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156

Audio System

Models without navigation system U.S.LXmodel CanadianDX,DX-G,andLXmodels

EX,EX-LandSimodels

For vehicles with navigation system, see pages

through

213

157

Models with navigation system U.S.EX,EX-LandSimodels

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Audio System (Models without navigation system)

Your audio system shows a welcome message on the display when you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position.

You can also customize this welcome message to your liking with the audio controls.

To Customize a Message You can set up to 16 characters on the display.

To select a character:

1.

Make sure the audio system is off.

2.

Push and hold the TUNE knob, then push the power/volume knob on the audio control panel. You will see the first letter blinking.

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POWER/VOLUME KNOB

TUNE KNOB

EX model is shown.

SEEK BUTTON

3.

Turn the TUNE knob to change a letter.

4.

Push the top of the SEEK button to select the next segment, then turn the TUNE knob to select a letter. Repeat this procedure to set your message.

To change the letter, select the previous segment by pushing the bottom of the SEEK button.

The system will return to the audio display about 10 seconds after you stop selecting a letter.

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Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system)

U.S. LX and Canadian DX, DX-G and LX models

EX, EX-L and Si models

SCAN BUTTON

AM/FM BUTTON

A.SEL (AUTO SELECT) BUTTON

AM/FM BUTTON

A.SEL (AUTO SELECT) BUTTON

POWER/VOLUME KNOB

PRESET BUTTONS

SEEK/ SKIP BUTTON

TUNE KNOB

POWER/VOLUME KNOB

PRESET BUTTONS

TUNE KNOB

SEEK/ SKIP BUTTON

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Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system)

To Select a Station You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band: tune, seek, scan, the preset buttons, and auto select.

−

Use the TUNE knob to

TUNE tune the radio to a desired frequency. Turn the knob to the right to tune to a higher frequency, and turn it to the left to tune to a lower frequency.

−

The seek function

SEEK searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press the side of the SEEK/SKIP button, then release it.

or

−

SCAN The scan function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. You will see SCAN in the display. When the system finds a strong signal, it will stop and play that station for about 10 seconds.

If you do nothing, the system will then scan for the next strong station and play it for 10 seconds. When it plays a station you want to listen to, press the SCAN button again.

To Play the AM/FM Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the power/volume knob or the AM/FM button. Adjust the volume by turning the power/volume knob.

The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broadcasting in stereo. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.

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Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system)

Each side of the buttons

−

Preset (1 through 6) can store one frequency on AM, and two frequencies on FM.

1.

2.

3.

4.

Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store six stations each.

Use the tune, seek, or scan function to tune the radio to a desired station.

Pick a preset number (1
hold it until you hear a beep.

−

6), and

Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM.

−

If you are

AUTO SELECT traveling and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area.

Press the A. SEL button. You will see A. SEL flashing in the display, and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds. It stores the frequencies of six AM, and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons.

You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after pressing a preset button if auto select cannot find a strong station for every preset button.

If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described.