2008 Honda Civic Hybrid Owners Manual

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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.

Instrument Panel Indicators

Cruise Main Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

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

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).

Cruise Control Indicator

This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page 170
cruise control.

for information on operating the

Washer Level Indicator

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

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This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.

When the indicator comes on, there is about 0.9 US gal (3.5 ) of fuel remaining in the tank before the reading reaches E. There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the reading does reach E.

Maintenance Minder Indicator

This indicator 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 more information on the maintenance minder.

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

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Security System Indicator

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

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See page

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For 253
more information, see page

Charging System Indicator

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

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This indicator comes on when the security system is set. For more information, see page

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IMA System 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, it indicates a problem in the integrated motor assist (IMA) system. With the IMA indicator on, the vehicle may not accelerate as it normally does. Have the vehicle checked by the dealer as soon as possible.

Auto Idle Stop Indicator

See pages

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Instrument Panel Indicators

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.

Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator

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.

U.S.

Canada

Brake System Indicator (Amber)

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. When the brake system indicator (amber) is on, there is the problem with the Cooperative Control with regenerative brake, Creep Aid System or Brake Assist (the normal brake operates properly). Have your vehicle checked by your dealer. For more information, see page

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CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE/ TEMPERATURE GAUGE

SPEEDOMETER

TACHOMETER

ODOMETER/OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

TRIP METER

SEL/RESET BUTTON DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON

To switch the information display between the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature, and engine oil life and maintenance item code(s), press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly.

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

FUEL GAUGE

INFORMATION DISPLAY

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS

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Display Change Button Every time you press the display change button, the display changes from the current fuel mileage to the temperature gauge, or from the temperature gauge to the current fuel mileage.

Press and hold the display change button until you hear a beep. Each time you press the button, the speedometer, trip meter, average fuel mileage and current fuel mileage readings switches their measures.

Depending on the selected measures (mph or km/h), the trip meter and odometer readings are shown with miles or km. The average fuel mileage and current fuel mileage are shown with mpg or l/100 km.

Current Fuel Mileage

This display shows the current, or instant fuel mileage you are getting.

It shows the number of mpg or l/100
km.

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

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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.

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

Average Fuel Mileage When either of the trip meters (trip A or trip B) is displayed, your vehicle’s average fuel mileage since you last reset that trip meter can be shown on the information display (mpg or l/100km). This number is updated once per 10 seconds. To see the average fuel mileage, press and release the SEL/RESET button repeatedly.

The average fuel mileage will be reset when you reset the trip meter, or if the vehicle’s battery goes dead or is disconnected.

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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Outside Temperature Indicator This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. models) or Centigrade (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 cooler.

3°C) warmer or

5°F (

±

±

NOTE: The temperature must be 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 5, for 1 second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 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.

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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If the system still detects a leak in the 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

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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.

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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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IMA Battery Level Gauge

BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE

acceleration or climbing a long hill. The IMA motor will recharge the battery as you continue driving.

If the battery is mostly discharged, the Auto Idle Stop function is disabled (see page

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).

The battery level gauge does not read the battery level directly. It calculates the level by continuously measuring the current flow, voltage, and temperature.

Since the level is not read directly, small sensing errors can, over time, cause the gauge to read higher than the actual battery level. The system will then perform a correction, and the battery level gauge reading will drop suddenly. When this happens, IMA assist and Auto Idle Stop are disabled until the IMA battery is sufficiently recharged by normal driving. This should take only a few minutes.

This gauge shows you the state of charge of the battery for the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA). This battery is recharged by the IMA motor, and discharged by the IMA when it is assisting the engine with powering the vehicle.

The gauge reading may drop near the bottom under driving conditions that require IMA motor assistance for a long time, such as prolonged

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This correction of the battery level gauge is normal and does not indicate a problem. If the IMA battery develops a problem or becomes deteriorated, the IMA system indicator will come on. If this happens, have the vehicle checked by your dealer as soon as possible.

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If the IMA battery is too hot or too cold, the IMA system limits the IMA battery’s output power to protect the battery. This disables the IMA assist and Auto Idle Stop, even though the Battery Level Gauge may show that the battery is well-charged. Therefore, if the motor assist is frequently used, the battery becomes hot and starts to limit its output power.

It takes the IMA system a few minutes in cold weather to normalize the IMA battery’s output power, and about 15 minutes in hot weather.

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Charge/Assist Gauge

IMA ASSIST GAUGE

IMA CHARGE GAUGE This gauge shows you the status of the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA). When the IMA battery is being charged, the bottom side of the gauge illuminates. When the IMA is assisting the engine, the upper side of the gauge illuminates.

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 74)

HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL (P. 73)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 72)

DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON (P. 65)

SEL/RESET BUTTON (P. 64)

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P. 167)

VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES

＊

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 176)

HORN ＊

PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 31)

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 75)

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 75) HEATED MIRRORS (P. 96)

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Vehicle with navigation system is shown.

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

(P. 76)

CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 170)

＊ ＊ ＊

1 : 2 : 3 :

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

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Windshield Wipers and Washers

MIST

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

LO

−

The wipers run at low speed.

HI

−

The wipers run at high speed.

−

Windshield Washers

Pull the wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever.

OFF

−

The wipers are not activated.

INT

−

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).

While the vehicle is stopped and in gear, the wipers sweep the windshield whenever you remove your foot from the brake pedal.

ADJUSTMENT RING

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.

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Turn Signal Push down on the 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.

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

Turn signal Off Parking and interior lights Headlights High beams Flash high beams

−

Turning the switch to

’’ position turns on the

Headlights 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 light switch on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position.

Turn Signals and Headlights

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 and the high beam indicator will come on (see page back to return to low beams.

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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.

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Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness

Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off or

position, the high beam

headlights 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.

Instrument Panel Brightness

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS

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

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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.

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.

There are six brightness levels. When you push either button, the information display indicates the current level. You will hear a tone

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Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger

Hazard Warning Button

Rear Window Defogger

U.S. model

Canadian model

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.

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.

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

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

OnCanadianmodels Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on or off. For more information, see page

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Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that 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 Adjustment

Make any steering wheel adjustment 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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KEY NUMBER TAG

MASTER KEYS WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER

VALET KEY (Gray)

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

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.

The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle.

The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the trunk and trunk release handle locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.

Keys and Locks

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 keys without a remote transmitter do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.

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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 fob) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.

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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 undrivable.

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.

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.

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

−

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, the shift lever must be in Park, and you must push the key in slightly.

−

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.

The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.

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Door Locks

Power Door Locks

To lock

To unlock

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Each front door has a master door lock switch. Either switch locks and unlocks all doors. Push the top of the switch to lock all doors; push the bottom to unlock them.

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LOCK TAB

To lock

To unlock

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.

The lock tab on each door locks and unlocks that door. Pulling out on the driver’s door lock tab locks all doors. To unlock the driver’s door from the outside, turn the key and release it. If you turn it again, all the doors unlock.

To lock any door when getting out of the vehicle, pull the lock tab out, and close the door.

To lock the doors when getting out of the vehicle, remove the key from the ignition switch, and push the top of the master door lock switch, then close the door.

LockoutPrevention With any door open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches and driver’s door lock tab are disabled. They are not disabled when all the doors are closed, or when the key is not in the ignition.

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Door Locks

Auto Door Locking/Unlocking 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 apply the parking brake. Make all settings before you start driving.

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

The auto door locking is deactivated all the time.

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

The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph (15 km/h). This is the default setting.

Childproof Door Locks

Unlock

LEVER

Lock

The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors. Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge. With the lever in the LOCK position, the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, push the lock tab in, and use the outside door handle.

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Door Locks

ToturnofftheAutoDoorLock modes:

1.

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

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 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: Locksalldoorswhentheshiftleveris movedoutofthePark(P)position.

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: Locksalldoorswhenthevehicle’sspeed reachesabout9mph(15km/h).

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.

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.

Door Locks

3.

4.

Push and hold the brake pedal, and move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.

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 lever to the Park (P) position.

6.

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

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Door Locks

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

ToturnofftheAutoDoorUnlock modes:

The auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time.

The driver’s door unlocks when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position. This is the default setting.

All doors unlock when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position.

The driver’s door unlocks whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position.

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

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1.

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

2.

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

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.

4.

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

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ToprogramtheParkUnlockmode: Unlocksthedriver’sdoororalldoors whentheshiftleverismovedintothe Park(P)position.

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 down the switch:

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

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

alldoorsunlockfeature.

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.

2.

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

Door Locks

ToprogramtheIgnitionSwitch Unlockmode: Unlocksthedriver’sdoororalldoors whentheignitionswitchismovedoutof theON(II)position.

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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3.

4.

Push and hold the brake pedal, then move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.

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:

5.

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

6.

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

Even though your vehicle’s battery is removed or goes dead, the system keeps the auto door lock/unlock setting which you selected.

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

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

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PULL

Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter.

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

Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Monoxide Hazard 52

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TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

MASTER KEY

To open the trunk, pull the trunk release handle on the left side of the driver’s seat. To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else, lock the trunk release handle with the master key, and give the other person the valet key.

Trunk

Emergency Trunk Opener

RELEASE LEVER

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 to the left.

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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Remote Transmitter

PANIC BUTTON

UNLOCK BUTTON

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

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LOCK Press this button once to lock all doors. Some exterior lights will flash once. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a horn to verify that the doors are locked. You cannot lock the doors if any door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch. If you push the LOCK button twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a horn to verify that the security system has set.

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Press this button once

UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it twice to unlock the other doors. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button. This button does not work when the key is in the ignition switch.

The ceiling light (if the ceiling light switch is in the door activated position) will come on when you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open any door, the light stays on for about 30 seconds, then fades out. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30
seconds have elapsed, the light goes off immediately.

If you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter, but do not open any of the doors within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock and the security system will also set.

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Press this button for

PANIC about 1 second 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.

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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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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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

Remote Transmitter

BATTERY

SCREW

TAB

To replace the battery:

1.

2.

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

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

3.

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

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4.

Remove the old battery from the back of the inner cover, and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same ( side facing down), then insert it into the back of the cover.

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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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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.

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Front Seat Adjustments Seepages forimportantsafety informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositionseatsandseat-backs. Make all 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.

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Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment

To change the seat-back angle of the front seat, pull up 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.

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

Seats

Head Restraints Seepage forimportantsafety informationandawarningabout improperlypositioningheadrestraints.

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

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Seats

Front

CUSHION

Rear Center Position

CUSHION

LEG

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.

LEGS

SEAT-BACK

RELEASE BUTTON

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.

SEAT-BACK

RELEASE BUTTON

When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, make sure the center head restraint is adjusted to its highest position.

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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.

ActiveHeadRestraints

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.

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.

Seats

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

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Seats, Power Windows

For a head restraint system to work properly:

Armrest

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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Power Windows

DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

The lid of the console compartment can be used as an armrest by moving it forward and backward. Make sure the armrest is securely latched.

Make sure your passenger’s hands or fingers are away from the armrest before moving it.

MAIN SWITCH

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

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

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