2011 Honda Civic Coupe Owners Manual

(P.59, 350)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.61)

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.59)

TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P.65)

DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR (P.65)

LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.63)

＊

＊

: If equipped

＊

CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.64) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR

(P.62, 291)

The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text. Canadian DX-G model with M/T has the electric power steering (EPS) indicator (see page 62) next to the immobilizer system indicator.

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Instrument Panel

Si

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

(P.65)

LIGHTS ON INDICATOR

(P.65)

SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.60)

VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR

＊

(P.64)

FOG LIGHT INDICATOR

(P.65)

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR

(P.65)

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.64)

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) INDICATOR

(P.62)

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

(P.59, 349)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59, 349) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

(P.59, 350)

REV LIMIT INDICATOR(P.63)

LOW FUEL INDICATOR(P.66)

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR(P.60)

CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.64)

LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.63)

＊

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.60, 351)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.61) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P.65)

(P.59)

DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR (P.65) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.63)

＊

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR

(P.61)

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.64)

(P.62, 291)

＊

If equipped

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The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your vehicle.

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt.

If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before fastening your seat belt, the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes. If you do not fasten your seat belt before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on.

If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position.

If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page

18

Instrument Panel Indicators

Charging System Indicator

If this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page

349

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For more information, see page 349

Malfunction Indicator Lamp 350

See page

59

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. This indicator will also alert you to a potential problem with your airbag system components. For more information, see page 29

U.S.

Canada

Side Airbag Off Indicator

This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger’s side airbag has automatically shut off. For more information, see page

30

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Instrument Panel Indicators

U.S.

Canada

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator

This indicator has two functions:

1.

2.

It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It is a reminder to check the parking brake. A beeper sounds if you drive with the parking brake not fully released. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires.

If it stays on after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. For more information, see page

351

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with the ABS. If this happens, have your vehicle checked at a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. For more information, see page

280

Immobilizer System Indicator

This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will then go off if you have inserted a properly coded ignition key. If it is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine’s fuel system will be disabled (see page

80

).

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see pages ). and Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling.

315

316

When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn signals on the outside of the vehicle flash.

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If you turn the steering wheel to the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or driving at very low speed, you may feel slightly harder steering due to overheating of the steering gearbox.

Continuously driving under those conditions could damage the power steering system.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator

SiandCanadianDX-Gwithmanual transmissionmodels This indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and goes off after the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the electric power steering system. If this happens, stop the vehicle in a safe place, and turn off the engine. Reset the system by restarting the engine. The indicator will not turn off immediately. If it does not go off after driving a short distance, or comes back on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With the indicator on, the EPS may be off, making the vehicle harder to steer.

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Maintenance Minder Indicator

This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. The maintenance main items and sub items will be displayed in the information display. See page 291
Maintenance Minder .

for more information on the

TM

This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service.

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Low Tire Pressure Indicator

U.S.modelsonly This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on while driving, it indicates that one or more of your vehicle’s tires are significantly low on pressure.

If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, check which tire has lost pressure, and determine the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, replace the flat tire with the compact spare (see page ), and have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page information, see page

). For more 284

339

358

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator

U.S.modelsonly This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the TPMS. With this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when a tire loses pressure. Take the vehicle to your dealer to have the system checked. For more information, see page 285

Instrument Panel Indicators

Rev Limit Indicator

REV LIMIT INDICATOR

Simodelonly This indicator shows you when the engine speed is near the tachometer’s red zone. When the engine speed gets to near the red zone, the indicator blinks. If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the indicator stays on, and you may feel the engine cut in and out due to the engine speed limiter (see page

273

).

To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the tachometer in its red zone.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Cruise Main Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page

224

).

Cruise Control Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page 224
cruise control.

for information on operating the

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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If it comes on and stays on at any other time, there is a problem with the VSA system. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. See page information on the VSA system.

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for more

VSA Activation Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator has three functions:

1.

2.

3.

It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system.

It flashes when VSA is active (see page

282

).

It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system.

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) for more position. See page information on the VSA system.

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Daytime Running Lights Indicator

If this indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake, it means there is a problem with the DRL. There may also be a problem with the high beam headlights. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer.

High Beam Indicator

This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page

74

This indicator also comes on with reduced brightness when the daytime running lights (DRL) are on (see page

75

).

Instrument Panel Indicators

Trunk-open Indicator

Lights On Indicator

This indicator comes on if the trunk lid is not closed tightly.

Door-open Indicator

This indicator comes on if either door is not closed tightly.

Washer Level Indicator

Canadianmodelsonly This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid when you see this indicator (see page

307

).

or

This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on when the light switch is in either the position. If you turn the

ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position without turning off the light switch, this indicator will stay on. A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver’s door.

Fog Light Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator comes on when you turn on the fog lights. For more information, see page

75

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Security System Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

Ifequipped This indicator comes on when the security system is set. See page for more information on the 223
security system.

This indicator is located in the fuel gauge. It comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.

When the indicator comes on, there are about 1.9 US gal (7.5 ) of fuel remaining in the tank. When the reading reaches E, there is a very small amount of fuel in the tank.

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TEMPERATURE GAUGE

SPEEDOMETER

FUEL GAUGE

Gauges

SEL/RESET BUTTON

TACHOMETER

To switch the information display between the odometer, trip meter, and outside temperature (if equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance service items, press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly.

INFORMATION DISPLAY

ODOMETER/OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

＊

U.S. model with A/T is shown.

＊

If equipped

TRIP METER

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Gauges

Display Change Button

DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON

Press and hold the display change button until you hear a beep. The speedometer, trip meter, and odometer readings switch between miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).

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Odometer This shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles or kilometers. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial and territorial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.

The odometer and the outside temperature indicator (if equipped) use the same display. To switch the display between them, press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, your last selection is displayed.

Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles or kilometers driven since you last reset it.

There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Switch between these displays by pressing the SEL/ RESET button repeatedly. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, your last selection is displayed.

To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the SEL/RESET button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0.’’

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Outside Temperature Indicator Ifequipped This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. models) or Celsius (Canadian models). To see the outside temperature, press and release the SEL/RESET button until the temperature is shown on the information display.

The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Therefore, the temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h).

The sensor delays the display update until it reaches the correct outside temperature. This may take several minutes.

If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you can adjust it up to 3°C ± in Canadian models) warmer or cooler.

5°F in U.S. models (

±

The temperature must be

NOTE: stabilized before doing this procedure.

Select the outside temperature display, then press and hold the SEL/RESET button for 10 seconds. The following sequence will appear for 1 second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5, − 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, − − − − 3,

4, 2, − − −

1, 0 (Canada).

3,

3,

2,

When it reaches the desired value, release the SEL/RESET button. You should see the new outside temperature displayed.

Gauges

In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.

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Gauges

Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount.

Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f uel could cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter.

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Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the reading should rise to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the reading may rise into the upper half of the gauge. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. See page precautions on checking the engine cooling system.

for instructions and

347

Check Fuel Cap Message Your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system will detect a loose or missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak. The first time a leak is detected a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message appears on the information display. Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another display, press the SEL/RESET button. The ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off.

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If the system still detects a leak in your vehicle’s evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL should go off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If the MIL does not go off, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. For more information, see page

350

TM

Maintenance Minder The information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. This information helps to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble- free driving. Refer to page more information.

291

for

Gauges

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

HEADLIGHTS/FOG LIGHTS /TURN SIGNALS (P.74, 75)

＊

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.76)

MIRROR CONTROLS (P.108)

＊

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH ＊ (P.283)

BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL ＊ (P.227)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.73)

HORN ＊

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS

(P.78)

PASSENGER’S AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.30) AUDIO SYSTEM ＊

(P.123)

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.77) HEATED MIRRORS (P.109)

＊

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.77)

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.112)

AUXILIARY INPUT JACK ＊ (P.220)

NAVIGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS ＊

＊

(P.219)

CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.224)

＊

To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. If equipped. Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.

1 : 2 : 3 :

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Windshield Wipers and Washers

MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever.

−

OFF

−

The wipers are not activated.

−

INT few seconds.

The wipers operate every

−

Pull the

Windshield Washer wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, then complete a few more sweeps after you release the lever.

ADJUSTMENT RING

＊

＊

: EX, EX-L, Si, Canadian SE

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

MIST OFF INT LO Low speed HI High speed Windshield washers

Intermittent

− − −

Push the right lever up or down to select a position.

OnEX,EX-LandSimodelsintheU.S., andSE,EX-LandSimodelsinCanada The length of the wiper interval is varied automatically according to the vehicle’s speed.

Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring. If you turn it to the shortest delay ( position), the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).

LO

−

The wipers run at low speed.

HI

−

The wipers run at high speed.

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Turn Signals and Headlights

Si model is shown.

1. 2. 3.

4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Turn signal Off Parking and instrument panel lights Headlights on High beams Flash high beams Fog lights off Fog lights on

＊

＊

＊

If equipped

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If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver’s door.

−

Push the lever

High Beams forward until you hear a click. The high beam indicator will come on (see page return to the low beams.

). Pull the lever back to

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To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back.

−

Push down on the Turn Signal lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever, and hold it. The lever will return to center when you release it or complete a turn.

−

Turning the ’’ position turns

Headlights On switch to the ‘‘ on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights.

Turning the switch to the ‘‘ position turns on the headlights.

’’

’’ or ‘‘

When the light switch is in the ‘‘ ’’ position, the lights on indicator comes on as a reminder.

This indicator stays on if you leave the lights on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position.

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position, the high beam

Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off or in the headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

Fog Lights

Headlights, Fog Lights

You can use the fog lights only when the headlights are on low beam. They will go off when you turn the headlights off or onto high beam.

Ifequipped Turn the fog lights on and off by turning the switch next to the headlight switch.

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Instrument Panel Brightness

CONTROL BUTTONS

There are six brightness levels. When you push either button, the information display indicates the current level. You will hear a tone when you reach the maximum or minimum brightness. The display returns to the odometer 5 seconds after you stop adjusting the brightness.

To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to the

or

position.

The buttons under the left side vent control the brightness of the instrument panel. Push the or button to adjust the brightness.

＋ −

Separate adjustments can be made when the headlights are on and off.

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The center of each meter (upper and lower) illuminates with reduced brightness when you unlock and open the driver’s door, and then goes back to the selected brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If you insert the key but do not turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the illumination turns off in about 10 seconds.

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Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger

Hazard Warning Button

Rear Window Defogger

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side- to-side.

Push the button to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both turn indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

U.S. EX-L, Canadian SE, EX-L, Si

The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch. You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle.

OnU.S.EX-L,CanadianSE,EX-Land Simodels Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on or off. For more information, see page

109

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3.

Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in position.

4.

Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, and out.

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Steering Wheel Adjustments

Make any steering wheel adjustments before you start driving.

Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.

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1.

Push the lever under the steering column all the way down.

2.

Move the steering wheel up or down, and in or out, so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.

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All EX, EX-L and Si models, and Canadian SE model

MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER

U.S. LX and Canadian DX-G models

MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER

KEY NUMBER TAG

VALET KEY (Gray)

KEY NUMBER TAG

VALET KEY (Gray)

DX model (except Canadian DX-G)

MASTER KEYS (Black)

KEY NUMBER TAG

VALET KEY (Gray)

Keys and Locks

The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle. The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver’s door lock . You can keep the trunk and trunk release handle locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.

＊

＊

On DX model (except Canadian DX-G), the passenger’s door can also be locked or unlocked with the key.

You should have received a key number tag with your keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks.

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Keys and Locks, Immobilizer System

These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.

Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids. If they get wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth.

The valet key does not contain a battery. Do not try to take it apart.

OnDXmodel(exceptCanadianDX-G) The keys do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.

Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on briefly, then go off. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position again.

The system may not recognize your key’s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key chain) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.

If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer.

Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle inoperable.

If you have lost your key and cannot start your engine, contact your dealer.

Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone.

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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.

Ignition Switch

Immobilizer System, Ignition Switch

If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key.

−

You can

ACCESSORY (I) operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position.

The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III).

−

You can insert or

LOCK (0) remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, push it in slightly. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in park.

−

This is the normal key

ON (II) position when driving. Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) position.

−

Use this position

START (III) only to start the engine. The switch returns to the ON (II) position when you let go of the key.

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Ignition Switch, Door Locks

You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver’s door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper.

If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.

Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle.

Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.

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OnDXmodelexceptCanadianDX-G To lock the passenger’s door when getting out of the vehicle, pull out the lock tab and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, pull and hold the outside door handle then pull out the lock tab. Release the handle, then close the door.

Each door can be locked or unlocked with the ignition key.

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LOCK

LOCK TAB

UNLOCK

RED MARK

Each door has a lock tab next to the inside door handle. Pull out the tab to lock the door, and push it in to unlock.

When the door is unlocked, the red mark on the lock tab is shown.

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MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

OnLX,EX,EX-LandSimodelsinthe U.S.,andDX-G,SE,EX-LandSi modelsinCanada To lock the doors, push the top of the master door lock switch on either door, pull out the lock tab on the driver’s door, or use the key in the outside lock on the driver’s door.

Pushing the bottom of either master door lock switch unlocks both doors.

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The lock tab on the passenger’s door locks and unlocks only that door. Pushing in the driver’s door lock tab only unlocks the driver’s door. To unlock only the driver’s door from the outside, turn the key and release it. If you turn it again, both doors unlock.

To lock the passenger’s door when getting out of the vehicle, pull out the lock tab and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch and pull out the lock tab or push the top of the master switch, then close the door.

LockoutPrevention If you forget and leave the key in the ignition switch, lockout prevention will not allow you to lock the driver’s door. With either door open and the key in the ignition switch, locking with the master door lock switch is disabled. If the driver’s door is closed, the lock tab on the driver’s door is not disabled. Pulling the driver’s lock tab rearward will lock both doors. If you try to lock an open driver’s door by pulling the lock tab rearward, the driver’s door lock tab pops out and unlocks the driver’s door.

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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking OnLX,EX,EX-LandSimodelsinthe U.S.,andDX-G,SE,EX-LandSi modelsinCanada Your vehicle has customizable settings for the doors to automatically lock and unlock. There are default settings for each of these features. You can turn off or change the settings for these features as described on the following pages.

When you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine is off, and the parking brake is applied. Make all settings before you start driving.

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Auto Door Locking The auto door locking feature has three possible settings:

ToturnofftheAutoDoorLock modes:

The auto door locking is deactivated all the time.

The doors lock whenever you move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches 10 mph (15 km/h). This is the default setting.

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and open the driver’s door.

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3.

Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Keep holding the switch until you hear another click (after about 5
seconds).

4.

Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

3.

Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door until you hear a click (after about 5 seconds).

4.

Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

ToprogramtheParkLockmode: Locksbothdoorswhentheshiftleveris movedoutofthePark(P)position(A/T vehiclesonly). 1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.

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ToprogramtheDriveLockmode: Locksbothdoorswhenthevehicle’s speedreachesabout10mph(15km/h).

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.

CONTINUED

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Door Locks

3.

4.

OnA/Tvehicles, brake pedal, and move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.

push and hold the

Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Keep holding the switch until you hear another click (after about 5
seconds).

5.

Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. move the shift OnA/Tvehicles, lever to the Park (P) position.

6.

Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

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The driver’s door unlocks whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. This is the default setting on M/T vehicles.

Both doors unlock whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position.

Auto Door Unlocking The auto door unlocking feature has five possible settings:

The auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time.

the driver’s door OnA/Tvehicles, unlocks when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position with the brake pedal depressed. This is the default setting.

Both doors unlock when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position with the brake pedal depressed (A/T vehicles).

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Door Locks

ToturnofftheAutoDoorUnlock modes:

3.

Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click, and after about 5 seconds, you will hear another click.

ToprogramtheParkUnlockmode: Unlocksthedriver’sdoororbothdoors whentheshiftleverismovedintothe Park(P)positionwiththebrakepedal depressed(A/Tvehiclesonly).

4.

Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and open the driver’s door.

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.

CONTINUED

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3.

Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold the switch:

Until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds) to activate driver’sdoorunlock feature.

Or, until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate feature

bothdoorsunlock

4.

Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

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OnA/Tvehicles, brake pedal, then move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.

push and hold the

Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold the switch:

Until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds) to activate feature.

driver’sdoorunlock

Or, until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate feature

bothdoorsunlock

ToprogramtheIgnitionSwitch